Board Game Manufacturer Explores Domestic Production Amid Tariff Pressures

Why it matters locally: Michigan's manufacturing sector could see increased opportunities if more board game production shifts domestically, potentially creating jobs or new contracts for local businesses involved in plastics, printing, or assembly.

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Jonathan Silva oversaw an initiative at WS Game Company to produce a special edition Monopoly game within the United States. His decision followed the implementation of tariffs on imported board games, a category that includes products he sells. WS Game Company typically imports its products. The effort to manufacture a version of Monopoly domestically represented a shift in the company's production strategy. This exploration aimed to determine the feasibility and implications of U.S.-based production for items traditionally sourced internationally.