About Us
Catalyst Connection is a private not-for-profit organization headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We provide consulting and training services to small manufacturers in southwestern Pennsylvania, accelerating revenue growth and improving productivity. Through active collaboration with our clients and the manufacturing community, we contribute to the growth, vibrancy, and ongoing robustness of manufacturing in our region.
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People
Catalyst Connection has developed services that can put any manufacturer on the right track to successful Organizational Development.
Products
Increase your profitability and top-line growth by securing new customers in existing markets, entering new markets, and successfully developing new products to sustain competitive advantage.
Process
Catalyst has identified the following approaches that successful manufacturers use to further their journey toward Operational Excellence.
Technology
Technologies like additive manufacturing, robotics, and digital manufacturing and design are equipping today’s manufacturers to take their operational performance to the next level.
Case Studies
Manufacturing companies continue working with us because our only focus is creating positive results. Over the past three decades, we’ve helped thousands of manufacturers across our 12-county region significantly reduce their costs while improving profitability and increasing revenue. To find out how manufacturers like yourself can gain real marketplace advantages by working with us, take a look at our latest case studies from our service areas focused on improving manufacturers through their People, Products, Processes and Technology.
Our Programs
There are a number of grants and programs manufacturers can take advantage of in order to stay globally competitive.
SkillMill19 Learning Lab: Hands-On Training for Tomorrow’s Workforce
Experience immersive, instructor-led manufacturing training at our state-of-the-art Innovation Center. Build practical skills, boost performance, and prepare your team for the future—right here in Pittsburgh.
SkillMill19 Learning Management System: Online Learning, Real-World Results
Empower your workforce anytime, anywhere with our on-demand learning platform built for manufacturers. Explore industry-aligned courses, earn credentials, and drive continuous improvement from the ground up.
