About Us

Who We Are

The Centers for Applied Competitive Technologies (CACT) help California manufacturers compete successfully in changing markets and the global economy through technology education, manufacturing training and services that contribute to continuous workforce development.  The CACT provides expertise in technology deployment and business development. Services include onsite training, low-or-no cost technical assistance and educational workshops, as well as information on how to qualify for state funds to assist with retraining employees and upgrading equipment.

The CACT also provides industry-specific reports on manufacturing, emerging industries and technologies, strategies for addressing specialized economic/workforce issues, promotes science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education through school presentations, the development of recruitment tools & strategic partnerships, and provides many other resources to help industry, educators, and students succeed in California.

“Your hard work, dedication, and superior achievements have made this another successful year for the Department of Defense Mentor-Protégé Program.”

Regional Key Talent

Michael J. Bastine
Regional Director, South Central Coast Region

ph. (805) 451-6256
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Jeff Briggs
Regional Director, North Region

ph. (916) 316-8100
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Ruishan Chow

Industry Relations Consultant Manufacturing & Automation

ph. +1 (856) 857-4040
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ruishan.chow@advmfg.io

Dr. Mark Martin
Regional Director, San Francisco Bay Area

ph. (650) 248-7728
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Gary Potter
Regional Director, Central Valley

ph. (559) 925-3000
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Joyce Carrigan
Regional Director, Orange County Region

ph. (619) 723-3965
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Our Industry Advisors

Michael J. Bastine
Retired

South Central Coast Region

(805) 451-6256
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Jeff Briggs
Avocet Sales – North Region

ph. (916) 316-8100
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Motherlode/Central Valley Region

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John Schmidt
Executive

Far North Region

(530) 242-7632
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Ruishan Chow
Executive

San Diego Imperial Counties Region

(760) 744-1150
Ext. 6656
Email Ruishan