Gamber-Johnson Recognized as Manufacturer of the Year Finalist in Two Categories

Stevens Point, WI — January 13, 2026 — Gamber-Johnson, a leader in rugged mounting and docking solutions supporting technology in motion, has been selected as a finalist for the 37th Annual Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year (MOTY) Awards in two distinguished categories:

• Grand Awards — Medium Category (150–499 employees)
• Spotlight Awards — Commitment to Workforce

Hosted by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) in partnership with Baker Tilly and Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, the Manufacturer of the Year Awards recognize outstanding achievement and excellence in Wisconsin’s manufacturing sector — one of the most robust in the nation. The awards celebrate companies that demonstrate quality careers, strong business practices, innovation, product excellence, and commitment to employees and communities.

Gamber-Johnson’s finalist status in the Grand Awards (Medium Category) underscores the company’s sustained performance and its contributions to Wisconsin’s manufacturing legacy. The additional nomination in the Spotlight Awards — Commitment to Workforce category underscores Gamber-Johnson’s dedication to employee development, training, workplace culture, and long-term investment in its people, with special recognition of leadership focus in healthcare-oriented applications and workforce initiatives.

“As a company deeply rooted in Wisconsin and serving customers worldwide, this recognition reflects our team’s collective commitment to excellence, innovation, and our people,” said Gautam Malik, CEO of Gamber-Johnson. “We’re honored to stand among the state’s top manufacturers and to be acknowledged for both business performance and workforce dedication.”

Wisconsin is consistently a national leader in manufacturing intensity. According to data from Lightcast, Wisconsin leads the nation in manufacturing jobs per capita, underscoring the state’s concentration of production talent and its key role in the U.S. manufacturing landscape.

The MOTY program’s independent panel of judges evaluates nominees on multiple benchmarks, including financial performance, product and process innovation, workforce development, and commitment to community and employee success. Winners will be announced at the MOTY awards ceremony on February 19, 2026, at the Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee.

About Gamber-Johnson

Gamber-Johnson is a global provider of rugged mounting systems, docking stations, vehicle equipment, and mobility solutions engineered for mission-critical applications in public safety, commercial fleets, material handling, and industrial markets. Known for being Rugged. Reliable. Responsive., Gamber-Johnson’s solutions support technology in motion across industries and around the world.

About the Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Awards

The Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Awards recognize leading manufacturers for excellence in areas including innovation, workforce commitment, community investment, and operational performance. Sponsored by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), Baker Tilly, and Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, the program celebrates the state’s dynamic and influential manufacturing sector.