The Commission shall advise the Secretary on the best methods to implement the policy directives of the action plan for manufacturing competitiveness in Maryland, including, but not limited to:

            (1)      Encouraging the development of new manufacturing enterprises and the expansion and retention of existing manufacturing enterprises;

            (2)      Encouraging and facilitating training and education of individuals for manufacturing jobs;

            (3)      Producing a climate conducive to the growth and viability of manufacturing enterprises;

            (4)      Supporting the carrying out of research necessary to evaluate, plan, and execute effective promotion of manufacturing enterprises; and

            (5)      Encouraging, assisting, and coordinating the activities of local, regional, and national public or private organizations that promote manufacturing.