Leading CAD/CAM software provider honored in Skilled Laborers Category for fostering innovation and empowering the next generation of manufacturing professionals
TOLLAND, CT — September 9, 2026 —Mastercam, a global leader in CAD/CAM software solutions, has been named a winner in the Skilled Laborers category of Fast Company’s 2026 Best Workplaces for Innovators program. The annual awards recognize organizations that cultivate innovation at every level and create environments where employees and industry communities can drive meaningful change.
This recognition highlights Mastercam’s ongoing commitment to advancing manufacturing through innovation, workforce development, and educational initiatives providing hands-on learning and tools that strengthen the skilled trades.
“At Mastercam, innovation is driven by our people and our close connection to the manufacturing community we serve,” said Russ Bukowski, President of Mastercam. “Being recognized by Fast Company as a Best Workplace for Innovators is an incredible honor. This award reflects our dedication to developing technologies, educational programs, and industry partnerships that help shape the future of manufacturing while creating opportunities for skilled workers around the world.”
The Fast Company Best Workplaces for Innovators program celebrates organizations that encourage employees to develop new ideas, challenge conventional thinking, and make a measurable impact within their industries. Winners are selected based on demonstrated innovation, workplace culture, and initiatives that support creative problem-solving and professional growth.
Mastercam’s culture of innovation extends beyond software development. The company actively invests in workforce readiness through partnerships with educational institutions, industry organizations, and training providers that help bridge the manufacturing skills gap and prepare individuals for successful careers in advanced manufacturing.
“We believe innovation and workforce development go hand in hand,” said Bukowski. “By supporting educators, students, machinists, and manufacturers with industry-leading technology and learning resources, we are helping to build a stronger manufacturing future.”
