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BUSINESS VOL. XXXI NO. 10 | OCTOBER 2018

MAGAZINE

PLUS: WHY THE MBA IS YOUR GO-TO RESOURCE FOR EMPLOYEE TRAINING / PAGE 12

2018 MANUFACTURING DAY / PAGE 52

2018 Annual Report

DAYMOND JOHN 113th Annual Event Keynote Speaker

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Daymond John

OCTOBER 4, 2018

BAYFRONT CONVENTION CENTER, ERIE

5TH ANNUAL MFG DAY

TWO BIG EVENTS

113TH ANNUAL EVENT

ONE BIG THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SPONSORS, EXHIBITORS, PARTNERS AND GUESTS FOR MAKING THIS DAY SUCH A BIG SUCCESS!

22 113th Annual Event Keynote Speaker Daymond John

Top 10 questions for the American entrepreneur and “Shark Tank” star

12 Your Go-To Resource for Employee Training

Message from the Chairman

Mark Rose, director of Erie Operations at LORD Corporation eatured Companies F Saint Vincent Hospital..................16

UPMC Hamot.......42

Employers explain why they choose the MBA as their preferred provider for professional development.

Company Profiles

AirBorn...................................................................9 Bonnell’s Auto Group......................................11 CH Reams............................................................19 Hoffman Industrial.......................................... 21 Loesel-Schaaf Insurance Agency............... 35 LORD Corporation.......................................... 37 Ridg-U-Rak, Inc....................................................7 Roberts Companies........................................ 63 Schaffner Knight Minnaugh & Co., P.C..... 55 UPMC WorkPartners.........................................5

64 In Memoriam 52 2018 Manufacturing Day

Association marks fifth year to celebrate industry’s technology, innovation.

56 2018 Showcase of Manufacturers

MBA remembers former chairmen Gerald B. Eighmy, Lou Musante and Frank Gerlach.

68 Association Services & Staff

Where your success is our success.

See the sponsors and supporters of this year’s October 4 event in Erie.

60 2018-2019 Board of Governors

Harry Eighmy, immediate past chairman of the MBA Board of Governors and chief operating officer at American Turned Products

48 Helping Navigate All of Your Staffing Needs

The MBA’s team of professionals share the business solutions for all stages, from recruiting and hiring, to training, employee benefits, retention and beyond.

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77 Professional Listings

Who’s Who in business and industry

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MBA LEADERSHIP

MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN Mark Rose is the chairman of the Manufacturer & Business Association Board of Governors and director of Erie Operations at LORD Corporation. LORD is a diversified technology and manufacturing company that has approximately 3,100 employees in 26 countries and operates 19 manufacturing facilities and 10 R&D centers worldwide. LORD has more than 1,000 employees in Northwest Pennsylvania.

On behalf of the Manufacturer & Business Association (MBA) Board of Governors and staff, I would like to thank you for your ongoing support of the MBA as we mark the 113th year of continuous operation serving the tri-state region. I am honored to have the opportunity to serve as the 2018-2019 chairman of the Board of Governors. In my fourth year serving on the MBA Board, I continue to be impressed with the talented staff that is assembled within the MBA to serve its member companies through the variety of services that are provided. I would like to congratulate John Krahe on a very successful start in his first year as president and chief executive officer of the Association. The MBA Board and I are confident in John’s appointment to this role and what he plans to achieve. With his leadership and the excellent MBA staff, the organization is poised for future growth and enhanced services for its members. The mission of the Association is to help businesses, large and small, succeed in satisfying their customers, employees and shareholders. The MBA offers many value-added services, including the state-of-the-art Conference Center, human resource and legal support, insurance programs and the MBA’s EnergyAdvisors energy program. The EnergyAdvisors program continues to grow in member participation and has proven to be a very cost effective choice for many companies. LORD Corporation has recognized the benefit of the MBA’s widely recognized Certified Supervisory Skills Series. We have found the program to be thorough, engaging and a great developmental opportunity for new leaders. I believe it is essential to invest in our employees and provide the necessary training to allow individuals to succeed and excel both personally and professionally. The networking and interaction that is possible through the Supervisory Skills program allows individuals to share experiences within the classroom environment to gain real-world insight from their fellow classmates. I’m also pleased with the reception to the MBA’s new IMPACT Luncheon Series. The first event was held in June and led to the development of an online portal for members, who are seeking interns, to connect with the four area colleges and universities. It is a great resource, and I’m looking forward to the next IMPACT event as part of our Economic Forecast in December.

The 2018 Roar on the Shore® was another huge success for the MBA and the City of Erie. This year’s official bike week attracted nearly 175,000 people and will provide a generous donation to the Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center that will help expand its facilities and improve its services for at-risk youth. I also had the privilege to participate in the evaluation of scholarship candidates for the 2018 Patrick R. Locco Scholarship Awards. I was very impressed with the talented students I met who have excelled within their technical education disciplines. The Locco Awards will be given out to several deserving students during the fifth annual Manufacturing Day event on October 4. I applaud the MBA for its support and recognition of technical education and the critical need for a well-trained workforce. And, speaking of Manufacturing Day, the Bayfront Convention Center will host the ever-growing event where nearly 2,000 high school students will join with business leaders and educators to learn more about the growing technical opportunities within manufacturing. The evening of October 4 is certain to be an exciting time as we welcome Daymond John as the keynote speaker for the 2018 Annual Event. John is a pioneer in the fashion industry and a highly successful entrepreneur. He also is a best-selling author and a widely recognized celebrity on the fourtime Emmy Award-winning TV series “Shark Tank.” As part of his address, he will share motivational insights into his personal entrepreneurial experience, marketing prowess and effective communication. Our geographic region is very fortunate to have an association, such as the MBA, available to serve our business needs. I encourage you to take every opportunity to allow the MBA staff to help your organization to continue to prosper. Sincerely,

Mark Rose, Chairman of the MBA Board of Governors

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Life Solutions provides coordinated support for employees through: Health management • Programs and resources to manage weight and conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure • One-on-one or group coaching for at-risk employees Wellness initiatives • Comprehensive health risk assessment • Personalized online programs and tools (weight management, stress management, smoking cessation, nutrition, etc.) • Health coaching in person and by phone • Interactive tools and training to keep participants engaged and on track EAP • Telephonic counseling sessions • Online tools, self-paced courses and webinars for personal enrichment, health, and wellness, as well as career and workplace support

• Support for managers and supervisors through consultations, education, and information about key topics (stress, drug/alcohol awareness, change management, etc.) Additional offerings • Onsite assistance for critical incidents and crisis management (additional fee) • Healthy living courses on mindfulness, conflict resolution, management coaching, and more (additional fee) • Wellness coaching (onsite or by phone) • Substance abuse professional services (additional fee) • Fitness-for-duty coordination (additional fee) • On-site screenings and assessments (biometrics, flu shots, bone density, etc.) • Workplace challenges and campaigns (managing weight, coping with stress, eating healthy, etc.)

Life Solutions Success Story “Life Solutions was extremely helpful to me when my husband decided to leave our family after a 12-year marriage. We had just moved for his job and left our home, my job of seven years, and family and friends. I was starting my new job and didn’t want to fall apart at work, so I reached out to Life Solutions. They found me a counselor close to where I live. My counselor helped me focus and stay functional at work. This helped me stay positive during a very rough time.” Life Solutions’ programs can be tailored for businesses of all sizes.

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More than 75 Years of Excellence in Serving the Storage Rack Market History At the end of WWII, there was a growing need to modernize and expand the nation’s warehousing capabilities. Entrepreneurial business people began to develop innovative storage rack designs to fill those needs. Company after company was springing up, headed by owners who carved out a market share by providing a high level of personal service. In recent decades, however, most of those early family owned companies have been replaced by holding companies, investment bankers or corporate raiders. Virtually no companies like Ridg-U-Rak still exist. Ridg-U-Rak was a minor player in those early years. Although limited in marketing vision and hampered by a lack of manufacturing automation, Ridg-U-Rak had some survival strengths that helped the company to continue to grow. Today, as the operation celebrates 75 years of serving the storage rack market, Ridg-U-Rak is commonly acknowledged as a company built on Integrity and Service, guided by the

John B. Pellegrino Sr., P.E., president and CEO

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able leadership of its president and CEO, John B. Pellegrino Sr., P.E. Capabilities Ridg-U-Rak now has two plants in North East, Pennsylvania, covering 160,000 square feet, with a production capacity of more than 140,000,000 pounds of finished steel products per week. With the addition in 2018 of its five-and-a-half-acre, under roof, warehouse and distribution center, Ridg-U-Rak has greatly increased the efficiency of its shipping department and freed up space for increasing manufacturing capacity at the main plant. These improvements are what contribute to it remaining one of the largest storage rack manufacturers in North America, and it is still a family owned business. One of the key contributors to the company’s success has been the increased talent base of its staff, with the ability to

completely manage large projects from design and code compliance, through manufacturing, to final installation and customer approval. Major capital investments in its manufacturing plants have been instrumental in improved productivity. Recent investments include the latest rolling mill equipment, a total shop layout re-vamping, an automated beam manufacturing line, and a 600-foot-long state-of-the-art powder coating line, which not only improves product quality, but also the company’s environmental imprint by reducing its liquid paint usage. From recycling programs to major transformations in manufacturing processes, the corporate philosophy includes doing what is necessary to meet 21st century sustainability expectations. Products Ridg-U-Rak provides an unlimited array of storage options. Whether deep and dense storage systems like Push-Back, Drive-In, and Pick Modules, or Narrow-Aisle and Deep-Reach systems, design engineers can layout storage arrangements to meet a customer’s unique load, throughput and capacity requirements. Ridg-U-Rak also provides small storage systems for pallet loads or hand-stacked cartons, and offers replacement parts that interchange with competitive racks. Many specialty storage options are available, including a racksupported crane system to store large dies and tools.

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IMC has provided us with excellent service since our relationship began in 1999 and has performed admirably for MFG in every respect. Richard Morrison, President/CEO Molded Fiber Glass Companies 2300 Teammates, Fiber Glass Reinforced Plastics IMC continues to provide exemplary service and constantly monitors our business to ensure that our Company is well protected. It is nice to have such a responsive service provider that is always on the ball. Stephen M. Sada, Secretary/Treasurer Channellock, Inc. 360 Employees, Hand Tool Mfg. IMC has done an excellent job in handling our property and workers’ compensation insurance needs. Given the constantly changing insurance market, we rely on their experience and expertise to bring us the best possible options in insurance coverage as well as keeping us current as to any new products that might be beneficial to our Company. IMC’s service level, as well as that of the carriers selected, has far exceeded our expectations.

IMC plays a vital role in our global risk management program. I enjoy working with the team because I always receive prompt, reliable, and accurate advice. They are committed to providing quality service with integrity and a client-driven approach which delivers peace of mind every single day.

Joe Fisher, Director Treasury LORD Corporation 3100 Employees, Adhesives, Coatings, Motion Management Devices, and Sensing Technologies IMC has been our insurance partner for over 20 years and continues to provide professional guidance for our insurance needs. Robert A. Johnson, Treasurer Ridg-U-Rak, Inc. 329 Employees, Manufacturer of High Density Storage Rack and Specialized Rack Systems IMC consistently provides us quality, personal service with world-class resources that support our growth, both domestically and internationally. Michael J. Dzurik, Vice-President Finance/CFO Plastek Industries, Inc. 1865 Employees, Plastic Injection Molding, Tool & Die Mfg.

John T. Johnson, President Port Erie Plastics 475 Employees, Plastic Injection Molding

IMC’s highly dedicated and well qualified team has consistently delivered on its commitment to provide the best value and service to our company for over thirty years. Simply put, they are best in class. Doug Currie, President Erie Press Systems Manufacturer of Hydraulic & Mechanical Presses

For over 20 years IMC professionals have exceeded expectations proactively and reactively. Their knowledge and integrity is world class. Scott P. Kalmanek, Secretary/Treasurer/CFO Joy Cone Co. 583 Employees, Bakers of Cake, Sugar and Waffle Cones IMC personnel are both professional and knowledgeable in all areas of risk management. They go the extra mile to insure comprehensive coverage with competitive pricing.

The IMC philosophy and culture fits perfectly with our goal of providing the fastest, most reliable service to our customer. Tim Hunter, President & CEO McInnes Rolled Rings 86 Associates, Forged Steel Rings IMC personnel are extremely knowledgeable and an excellent resource in all areas of business risk management. Raymond P Seth, Treasurer Greenleaf Corporation 425 Employees, Ceramic & Carbide Cutting Tools

Dave Tullio, President Custom Engineering 152 Employees, Contract Manufacturing, Fabrication, Machining, Heated Platens We are happy with our relationship with IMC! We feel they are a true partner by helping us manage our business risk in a very professional and friendly way. Robert Marut, CPA, President & CEO C&J Industries 302 Employees, Plastic Injection Molding and Contract Mfg. The professionalism and level of attention to detail of IMC far exceeds our expectations.

Since March of 2000 IMC has been delivering to Jamestown Container Corporation what they promised, “SERVICE BEYOND EXPECTATIONS”. We have found their knowledge, expertise and follow through to be unmatched in the industry; truly a world-class organization.

Peter J. Morgante, Treasurer Hope’s® Windows, Inc. 210 Employees, Manufacturer of Custom Steel & Bronze Windows and Doors

Richard Weimer, VP of Finance Jamestown Container Corporation 357 Employees, Serving all your Packaging Needs

IMC guys are nuts about risk management…so I don’t have that worry.

The team at IMC is an essential part of our team at ISM. They provide value above measure in regards to our property and liability insurance needs.

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Tim Shuttleworth, President & CEO Eriez Manufacturing Company 799 Employees, Magnetic, Vibratory and Metal Detection Solutions

IMC has provided insurance consultation to Great Lakes for over 20 years. Their team is responsive and knowledgeable. IMC has been a tremendous asset to Great Lakes in regards to risk management both domestically and internationally. Rob Lowther, Executive VP Great Lakes Case & Cabinet Co., Inc. 215 Employees, Manufacturer of Data Center Thermal Management Solutions IMC has been providing our property casualty risk management solutions for more than a decade. The IMC team has tremendous depth in experience, knowledge and contacts with relevant experts. They have brought value as an integral part of our risk management program to include plant inspections, disaster planning initiatives, coordination of global policies. They understand the subtle details which insure that insurance will work as expected while keeping the cost under control. Bob Benton, Global Controller Kurt J. Lesker Company 372 Employees, Manufacturer Vacuum Deposition Systems and Components IMC is always reliable! I trust their knowledge and interpretation of the insurance nooks and crannies; I depend upon their selection of coverage that fits our particular business risks; and I am confident IMC will be by our side navigating the details of the claims process. IMC is a Professional Partner with reliable service – just what meets our business needs. Lou Stack, General Counsel Seco/Warwick Corporation 84 Employees, Manufacturers of Heat Treatment Furnaces When it comes to insurance…we feel we finally have a company which actually analyzes every year what we need…versus one that just rubber stamps an updated old policy and wants us to play golf.

James J. Rutkowski, Pres. Industrial Sales & Manufacturing 135 Employees, Machining, Fabrication, Assembly, Testing and Finishing of Machined Products

Your time, professionalism and strict attention to detail is extremely impressive and exactly what’s needed to assist LEWCO in current and future plans for our business continuity and growth. James T. Chapman, CFO LEWCO, Inc. 171 Employees, Manufacturers of Material Handling Conveyors & Process Heating Ovens IMC takes the time to understand our risk management needs. More importantly, they take the time to implement solutions. Bill Kane, Chief Financial Officer Iten Industries 162 Employees, Manufacturer of Thermoplastic and Thermoset Stamped, Molded, and Machined Plastic Parts We feel very fortunate to be doing business with IMC and consider them to be an extremely reliable and highly trusted business partner. They bring a level of professionalism, industry knowledge and subject matter expertise that is greatly valued by our company. Insurance and business risk can be difficult and complex areas to understand and manage, particularly for a chemical manufacturing company of our size. IMC has worked hard to educate us, to gain a keen understanding of our business and to help us craft an insurance and risk management strategy that has been both effective and affordable. And, after several years as a strategic partner, they remain engaged in our business and sincerely focused on customer satisfaction. Bradley J. Westfall, President ASHTA Chemicals Inc. 100 Employees, Manufacturer and Marketer of Potassium Based Chemical Products Your service is outstanding. Your representation of our interests with the various companies has likewise been excellent. We continue to be very pleased with all aspects of our relationship with IMC.

Jay Baker, President Jamestown Plastics, Inc. 101 Employees, Custom Thermoforming and Packaging

Jason Steiner, CFO Morris Coupling Company 135 Employees, Pipe & Tube Couplings, Pipe Bending & Fabrication

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AirBorn 2700 Mechanic Street Lake City, PA 16423 814/877-5658 www.airborn.com

Interconnecting Expertise, Complete Electronics Design and Manufacturing Services in One Location Founded in 1958, AirBorn began manufacturing electronic connectors for the military and aerospace industries. AirBorn parts were designed into the Voyager 1 and 2 probes, lunar modules, space shuttles and Mars rovers to name a few. Today, AirBorn is an employee-owned company whose core business is engineering, manufacturing and testing specialized interconnects and electronic components for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) across industries including: aerospace, energy, geophysical, industrial, instrumentation, marine, medical, military/defense and space exploration. AirBorn’s employees express a distinct “prideof-ownership,” embracing their direct stake in making the company a best-in-class operation from initial consultations to product shipment. AirBorn’s customer service, engineering, product management, manufacturing and sales teams work hard to deliver on its quality promise with all of its products and value-added services, each and every time. Products AirBorn offers a wide range of products and services, including the manufacture of individual connectors, cable assemblies, flexible circuit assemblies, custom engineered power supplies,

Jon Nelson is the director of Operations at AirBorn.

complete box builds and high-level electromechanical assemblies. AirBorn is known the world over for its interconnect solutions and offers thousands of specialized connector models to fit virtually any design requirement. The company also offers standard catalog products and design-to-order, build-to-order and test-to-order solutions to meet its customers’ unique specifications.

Whether the final solution involves a box-build, cable harnesses or flexible circuits, partnering with AirBorn can result in the best total-cost and total-quality package. The company looks to its customers to integrate their supply chain with AirBorn’s; together, AirBorn and its customers can meet any production timeline.

Design & Manufacturing With more than 60 degreed engineers employed companywide, AirBorn’s team is one of the most innovative and committed companies a customer will find in electronics manufacturing today. If you’re looking for a partner than can help design a high-quality solution from the simplest of “napkin sketches,” AirBorn’s design team will work with you to make it happen.

Why Customers Choose AirBorn AirBorn has a history of strength in design and manufacturing both standard and custom electronics solutions. With all of its customercentric services offered under one roof, AirBorn eliminates costly mark-ups associated with multiple sourcing partners, therefore, shortening lead-times and saving customers time and money.

AirBorn designs and builds all the tooling (including stamping tools, molding tools and automation equipment), so that the company is able to offer customers a complete solution. Customers can leverage its design and manufacturing expertise throughout the entire product development process because AirBorn operates all services completely in house. From conceptual design, prototyping, pilot-runs through to mass production, AirBorn’s teams will work to get your product to market fast, elegantly and ahead of the competition.

AirBorn products are trusted to perform in demanding and often extreme conditions where steadfast reliability is mission critical. When dependability can literally mean the difference between life or death and when superior design and durability are essential for complete success, customers trust AirBorn products and have for 60 years.

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Value-Added Services AirBorn is committed to expanding capabilities beyond its signature interconnects. AirBorn’s value-added services include PCB design and assembly (including flexible circuits), power supply manufacturing, cable assemblies and complete qualification and testing for not only finished products but also initial design concepts. The company is equipped to deliver the highest quality product each and every time.

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Erie Headquarters: 2570 West 26th Street Erie, PA 16506 814/835-4351 www.bonnellscollision.com

Bonnell’s Auto Group is Taking Its Priority of ‘You Deserve the Best!’ to a Whole New Level The auto industry isn’t thought of much until you’ve had an accident or need a new car, which happens sometimes less than 10 times in a person’s lifetime. That’s why Scott Bonnell, owner of Bonnell’s Auto Group, strives to give “The Very Best!” experience to every customer in need of automotive services. Bonnell and his management team are always hard at work to keep up with today’s technology and to improve quality and efficiency by keeping technicians up-to-date on the latest training, using top-of-the-line equipment and finding new processes to benefit the customer experience. Starting in 2016, Bonnell’s Auto Group has been working on expanding! Bonnell’s Collision Bonnell’s is best known for Bonnell’s Collision. Since 1985, the growth of the collision center expanded from one location in Fairview to adding a second location in Millcreek. In the last two years, both collision shops have upgraded paint booths, frame and alignment machines, and other new tools that have recently hit the market to improve the repair process. The Millcreek location also has added more parking and an addition to the building

Scott Bonnell is the owner of Bonnell’s Auto Group.

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for more efficient workspace for better quality repairs and to a quicker turnaround time for the customers. Bonnell’s Auto Sales Also growing into two locations, in Erie and Fairview, is Bonnell’s Auto Sales. With a sales inventory that spans classic vehicles, newer models, trucks and cars, there are always many choices on the lot. As of 2018, Bonnell’s Auto Sales has recently added a rental fleet and, in just a few months, is already growing. Bonnell’s Auto Glass Bonnell’s Auto Glass was a branch created not only for the glass work needed in the collision shops to improve on timely repairs, but also to give customers a choice when they are in need of automotive glass services. Bonnell’s Auto Glass offers mobile services for customer convenience and can get most jobs done within 24 hours of a call. The friendly staff can give customers a quote over the phone and help report it to their insurance company, saving them the hassle of having to do it on their own. Bonnell’s is reaching more customers after adding to its team and is now servicing areas in Ohio.

Bonnell’s Rod Shop The customer restorations and one-of-akind builds at Bonnell’s Rod Shop have been a great addition to the Auto Group. In fact, it has been the inspiration for the newest location that is underway for 2019. Just a short distance from the Rod Shop on Middle Road in Fairview, Bonnell’s will be opening an RV repair center. This location will have a state-of-the-art, down draft paint booth with the capability of handling a full-size Class A motor home. According to Scott Bonnell, “We’ve worked hard to stay ahead of the curve in the automotive industry and to give our customers the confidence and peace of mind that knowing their vehicle will be delivered with a top-quality repair and the best customer service.” Bonnell’s Auto Group is a business that takes pride in customer service and demonstrates commitment to giving “The Very Best!” to all current and future customers and meeting all automotive needs.

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THE MBA: YOUR GO-TO RESOURCE FOR EMPLOYEE TRAINING

Developing employees into new leadership roles can be a daunting task for nearly all employers. Some employees are reluctant to manage their peers. Others may be concerned about the responsibilities that come with a new position, while some may lack the soft skills to motivate others. But experts agree that preparing the right people to take on the role of team member, supervisor or manager, is critical to keeping an organization moving forward. It all starts with finding the resources that can help develop their capacity to lead. And itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really where the Manufacturer & Business Association (MBA) stands out.

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For nearly 30 years, the MBA has been employers’ go-to resource for employee training in the NWPA region — by helping employees harness their true potential and learning the critical skills needed to succeed in today’s work world. Three of the MBA’s certificate programs — the Leadership for Team Leaders Series, Supervisory Skills Series and Modern Management Series — as well as its regionally recognized training courses, offer a proven solution for employers who want to train their team members with the skill sets that can be learned today and applied tomorrow. According to Stella LaPaglia, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, GBA, vice president and director of Human Resources at Marquette Savings Bank in Erie, making the right choice for training is a critical decision, but one made easier by the courses offered at the MBA. “At Marquette, we want to prepare our leaders for success as they take on supervisory duties within our

organization. The Supervisory Skills program at MBA brings together a community of new and seasoned supervisors and guides them through important topics that prepare them for leadership roles,” she explains. “The MBA offers relevant and well thoughtout courses that improve the skill sets of our managers with training they can immediately apply to real-life, day-today situations. The MBA’s location and the times the courses are offered work well for us and the cost is much lower than comparable training programs that could require the added expense of travel.” In fact, for many years, the MBA has been the preferred training partner for Warren, Pennsylvania-based Betts Industries. “From development training in new technology to instilling essential skill sets required for leadership roles, the MBA has a proven track record of success,” notes Ryan Betts, director of Human Resources. “The professional relationships developed with the support and training staff are a testament to its leadership and engagement in our success.”

Tracy Daggett, PHR, manager of Professional Development Training Services at the MBA, says participants come to class finding that the trainers are relatable in knowledge and experience. “We’ve done the job. We’ve been the managers. We’ve been in the roles that our people going through class are doing right now,” explains Daggett. “We’ve all been there and we’ve all made mistakes. And so that experience we bring to the classroom has benefited us greatly, and I think that’s where we really see the connection with our students and us, because we get it, we know what you’re going through. We know it’s sometimes really difficult.” For an employee who is hesitant about taking on a greater leadership role or who hasn’t been with an organization long, the MBA’s training courses can be an invaluable tool to overcome those hurdles. In the case of the Supervisory Skills Series, “when an employee completes this program, they have spent 10 days, over a five-month period learning, sharing issues, finding solutions to common supervisory

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challenges, and role-playing,” LaPaglia explains. “I have observed new supervisors emerge with greater confidence and seasoned supervisors report the training validated things they had been doing instinctively over the years.” The MBA’s training programs are truly tailored to yield maximum results. According to Daggett, the structure and format of the course offerings help participants apply what they’ve learned right away. “That’s why we have gaps in our Series courses,” he says. “We do that intentionally so they can implement these new skills in the workplace and then come back in three or four weeks and share what they’ve learned.” Participants also come to learn that professional development training through the Association can open the door to new opportunities. At Betts Industries, for instance, the MBA’s Supervisory and Leadership training programs are instrumental in the development of its current and future leaders. “We place so much value in the MBA’s offerings, that these trainings have become mandatory

for any employee at Betts pursuing a leadership position,” explains Betts. “For those employees who may be concerned taking on the new and challenging responsibility, the MBA does a fantastic job of introducing the key skills and information required for building their foundation and developing their confidence.” Through the MBA, employers know its offerings bring real-world training with real-world results — which is the real return on investment. For Marquette, “One employee was enrolled when he entered a supervisory position for the first time in his career and was amazed at everything he learned. He is now an effective mentor and supervisor,” LaPaglia says. “I’ve seen vast improvement in his interactions with everyone across the company at all levels, and he is now a strong advocate of using this program for other supervisors or high potential employees.” At Betts, many of the employees who have completed the MBA Supervisory program have gone on to achieve careers such as supervisor, manager, director and vice president within the

company. “The skills these employees developed during the MBA’s training,” states Betts, “were instrumental in creating the foundation in which to build their future success.” LaPaglia, for one, recalls a success story that speaks volumes about the value that the MBA training brings. “When I first began enrolling our seasoned managers (as a refresher), a few were offended and a little hurt, believing I lacked confidence in their abilities. We talked about how we all need to keep our skills sharp and eventually they agreed to attend,” she notes. “One of the most vocal critics turned into one of the biggest fans of this training, stating that she not only felt good about things she had been doing over the years, she learned some new techniques for handling difficult conversations and much more.” Indeed, those who turn to the MBA for their training needs often become “raving fans.” It’s just a matter of experiencing it for themselves. For more information about the Association’s professional development and computer training courses, visit www.mbausa.org. mbabizmag.com • OCTOBER 2018

Saint Vincent Hospital in Erie has earned national recognition from leading health-care organizations for its commitment to clinical quality, advances in technology and high levels of patient satisfaction.

Saint Vincent Hospital Leads The Way in New Stent Technology Collaboration is the driving force of innovation — especially in today’s competitive business world. Now, thanks to such a partnership between the medical and manufacturing fields, a Saint Vincent Hospital cardiologist is leading the way by helping to introduce a new stent technology to treat patients with iliac occlusive disease, a type of peripheral artery disease (PAD). Saint Vincent cardiologist Matthew “Casey” Becker, MD, has played a central role in pioneering a new FDA-approved stent that improves how blockages are treated in the iliac arteries, blood vessels in the pelvis area that branch from the aorta — the body’s largest artery.

Saint Vincent cardiologist Matthew “Casey” Becker, MD, has been intimately involved in the development of the new VBX Stent Graft, which is now available to patients across the globe.

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Iliac arteries can narrow with plaque buildup, just like coronary arteries do. Instead of causing heart attacks, blocked iliac arteries can cause pain in the hip, buttocks, and legs, and, if untreated, can lead to amputation. “PAD is extremely common,” explains Becker. “Anybody who has heart disease, high blood

pressure or diabetes is at risk of being affected by plaque narrowing in the arteries of the legs, so we’re talking about a patient population of tens of millions of Americans, at least, and probably more.” While the stents previously being used in patients were rigid, which limited the number of blockages that could be treated, the new VBX Stent Graft, is made of flexible Gore-Tex® waterproof fabric, which restores blood flow through the vessel and prevents the re-growth of plaque. The Slinky-type device, which has independent steel rings, also can be wider at the top and narrower at the bottom, and can fit in the curves of the arteries. “The goal for this project was to find a way to innovate a stent that could provide scaffolding — good support — to hold the artery open, but at the same time allow the artery to move along its natural course and not allow re-growth of plaque through the side walls,” explains Becker. “What we came up with was a series of stainless steel rings that were lined up and then covered with Gore-Tex®, so

The VBX Stent Graft is made of flexible Gore-Tex® waterproof fabric, which restores blood flow through the vessel and prevents the re-growth of plaque.

that, when they were inflated, they had great strength in the outward dimension.” Prior to the new stent technology, treatment for iliac occlusive disease was aortofemoral bypass surgery, which left patients in the hospital for up to a week, followed by an extended home recovery. Now, during the outpatient procedure, patients are given conscious sedation. A small needle is then placed in the artery in the groin to allow the stent to enter through a tube. It usually takes 15 or 20 minutes to put the stent in, and then patients usually go home three or four hours later. The new stent technology translates to greater cost savings compared to traditional surgery. It also promises to improve recovery time and patients’ return to work. With the new stent procedure, “we’re providing the same efficacy, or maybe better, but we’re doing it safely and minimally invasively, getting people back to home and work in days as opposed to months,” Becker states. The new stent is the result of five years of dedication and teamwork. Becker was intimately involved in all aspects of research, development and testing, along with a team from medical device manufacturer W.L. Gore & Associates of Flagstaff, Arizona, the maker of Gore-Tex®. “This was literally hundreds of people working in their own individual area of expertise, and then collaborating — because no one group can do this,” Becker says. “It’s the sort of thing that makes American medical technology great — how so many people in so many areas seemingly unrelated can come together and harness all the resources.” The stent was approved by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) in January 2017 and has received EMA (European Medicines Agency) approval. Several hundred Saint Vincent patients have received the new stents locally with no complications, while Becker estimates approximately 10,000 patients — and counting — have successfully undergone the procedure around the globe. “As the different agencies are approving it, we’re also going around and teaching

The new stent technology is used as part of a minimally invasive outpatient procedure, which can help patients’ recovery time.

physicians optimal implementation and surgical technique,” Becker says. In fact, Becker traveled to Japan to share information on the device with the Japan Endovascular Treatment Conference at the Knowledge Capital. “In some cases, such as a case in Japan, the stent was only a part of the problem,” explains Becker. “The entire technique was not being used there, so we not only had to teach them to use the prosthesis, but we had to teach the entire surgical technique that most other places in the world were already using.” Based on his travels, Becker is excited about the impact that the new stent will provide to patients, as well as what medical innovation may develop here, in NWPA, in the future. “I will tell you that is absolutely my hope and dream. I think that this is a nice community. It’s well-positioned to do any number of innovative processes, whether it be biomechanical engineering or online application prototypes. I think that the best future for all health-care entities is to have collaboration like this for a bunch of different reasons, so I think that is a good path to go down,” he says. Certainly, the innovation underway at Saint Vincent has the potential to open more doors. “There’s a huge upside to physicians engaging in responsible research and development that can only be done through manufacturing companies and industry, and it’s an extremely positive benefit for patients and industry alike, when done responsibly,” Becker states. “I very much hope we continue doing more of this sort of thing, because I think there’s a lot to be done, and I think Erie can benefit from it greatly.” For more information about the VBX Stent Graft, visit https://www.ahn.org/ locations/erie.

Saint Vincent Hospital, Erie, Pa., is one of eight hospitals within the Allegheny Health Network(AHN). AHN is a part of Highmark Health, an integrated health-care delivery system serving the western Pennsylvania region. Saint Vincent and AHN are focused on preserving health-care choice and providing affordable, high-quality care to people in the community. Saint Vincent, founded in 1875 as Erie’s first hospital, continues to fulfill the health-care needs of Erie and the surrounding northwestern Pennsylvania and southwestern New York regions. With 371 beds, 2,900 employees and 425 physicians, Saint Vincent’s strong commitment to clinical quality, advances in technology and high levels of patient satisfaction have earned it national recognition by leading health-care organizations. According to CareChex®, Quantros, Inc., Saint Vincent is rated the No. 1 hospital in Erie for Medical Excellence in Major Neurosurgery, Orthopaedic Care, and for Patient Safety in Cancer Care, Heart Failure Treatment, Pulmonary Care, Vascular Surgery and Gall Bladder Removal, and is also ranked among the top 10 percent of hospitals in the nation for Medical Excellence in Orthopaedic Care. Address: 232 West 25th Street, Erie, PA 16544 Phone: 814/452-5000 Website: https://www.ahn.org/locations/erie mbabizmag.com • OCTOBER 2018

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A Proud History of Providing Professional Rigging, Machinery Moving Services In business since 1846, Hoffman Industrial Co. has the unique distinction of being the oldest rigging and machinery moving company in continuous operation in the United States, as well as the oldest of any company on record in Erie, Pennsylvania. Hoffman’s earliest work was using horses to move barns and houses during the mid-19th century when new areas were being developed in the Erie area. As Hoffman’s expertise in the moving of structures grew during the 1900s, the Industrial Revolution and the World Wars led to a major increase in manufacturing plants and the need for industrial services. Hoffman expanded and began to serve industry by rigging, moving and installing major pieces of equipment. To put the start of Hoffman Industrial in perspective, the telephone wasn’t invented until 1876, the automobile until 1885, and the first college football game not played until 1892 (Rutgers vs. Princeton). In 1846, the American flag had only 28 stars. While Hoffman’s history is dated, its equipment is not. Over the past three years, Hoffman Industrial has added 10 pieces of equipment to service its customer, including four material handling/ forklifts, three tractor/trailers/tilt-beds and three support vehicles. Some are highlighted below.

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In a matter of seconds the system can quickly and effortlessly be opened and closed. Hoffman is the first and only rigging/machinery moving company in its market with a rolling tarp system. Working from the trailer’s deck or alongside on the ground, one person can operate the system in a couple of minutes. Walk tarp closed, tension the tarp, lower the flap door and depart… it’s that easy. A rolling tarp completely eliminates the handling of individual tarps and reduces the need to climb onto and off of a trailer, making injuries less likely. “Customers appreciate the professional appearance and superior protection of their asset from the elements and are happy loads are not touched by a tarp,” says President Art Hammond. “Hoffman’s crew, on the other hand, appreciate the ability to easily unload, load and tarp without ever leaving the ground.” Landoll 440B Hoffman’s 2018 Landoll trailer is equipped with the new hydraulic operating system. This new system cuts the overall operational time in half. The Landoll is a traveling axle trailer with

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FUBU founder and “Shark Tank” star Daymond John will keynote the Manufacturer & Business Association’s 113th Annual Event on October 4 in Erie, Pennsylvania.

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DAYMOND JOHN From his humble beginnings on the streets of New York to becoming a self-made multimillionaire, Daymond John is truly the personification of the American Dream. As he begins his 10th season on ABC’s four-time Emmy Award-winning series, “Shark Tank,” John, age 49, has had an incredible life that has molded him into a successful and inspiring business leader. Best known as “The People’s Shark,” John started his entrepreneurial career in the ‘90s when he launched the global hip-hop clothing line, FUBU. In the decades since creating FUBU, he has continued to build upon his entrepreneurial success and has been recognized at the highest levels for his commitment to small business. He was named a Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship under the Obama administration and has previously been recognized for his contributions in the space, including being bestowed the NAACP Entrepreneurs of the Year Award,

the Congressional Achievement Award for Entrepreneurship and more. An accomplished author who has continued to battle dyslexia, John’s release of his fourth book, Rise and Grind, in January 2018 became an instant New York Times bestseller, marking the second time a book he has written has achieved that prestigious honor. Through all that, John remains committed to the art of branding and marketing and still oversees the day-to-day branding and marketing firm, The Shark Group. In anticipation of his keynote address at the Manufacturer & Business Association’s (MBA) 113th Annual Event on October 4 in Erie, Pennsylvania, the MBA’s Business Magazine reached out to John to learn more about his rags-to-riches story, his views of entrepreneurship and his “Shark Tank” experience, as well as his approach to marketing and branding in a highly competitive business world. Here, we count down his responses to our Top 10 questions.

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Your latest book, Rise and Grind: Outperform, Outwork, and Outhustle Your Way to a More Successful and Rewarding Life explores how grit, persistence and good oldfashioned hard work are the backbone of every successful business and individual, and how to develop a game plan for being more productive in day-to-day life. It’s quite interesting to hear how you and other successful people power through their days. What is one of your favorite sections from the book and why? Hands down, one of my favorite sections is Kyle Maynard. If I had his determination and discipline, it’s scary to think about what I could accomplish. He reminds me not to hide behind excuses. There’s always a way if you want something bad enough and you’re willing to work hard. And, that is an important philosophy because Kyle has conditioned himself for the long haul. The fire that burns inside of you when you want something bad enough has to be just as bright on Day 100 or 1,000 as it is on Day 1.

As a young man, you founded a modest line of clothing on a $40 budget by hand-sewing hats between shifts at Red Lobster. Today, your brand FUBU has more than $6 billion in sales. What did you learn during those early years that made you persevere and find your passion to become an entrepreneur? First, don’t try to think your way through everything. Slow down and assess, which will help you to take action and learn as you go. But those have to be affordable steps, so that if you trip, you won’t break your wallet or your spirit. In other words, don’t build or spend time planning to build a bakery before you’ve sold any cookies. Think big, but take small concrete steps. Second, passion is a bigger driver of success than money, so work on things you care about. It will help you through the long nights and early mornings, and it will also help you implement the first step when you start to hit rough patches. Third, the most important part of the entrepreneurial process is building a good team. Some people tend to think entrepreneurs are lone wolfs, but they’re team builders and players. Find a mentor; find emotional support; and, find people you can trust. People can grow into different roles as time goes by, so make sure the people you line yourself up with are people who have a shared vision and a level of trust that you can set your clock to.

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For most successful entrepreneurs, failure is often a rite of passage. Describe one of the biggest business failures you’ve experienced and what you learned from it. How did it influence your decision-making going forward? I once read that losing is the biggest learning opportunity you will get in life. It is hard to feel that way in the moment when you are dejected, but if you embed that philosophy in your mind, you will have a context for failure and won’t be flat-footed in how to handle it (and succeed) once you do. One “failure” was starting a record company which, depending on how you look at it, cost me about $6 million; the other was starting a women’s line called Heatherette, which also cost me millions. Both taught me a lot but, generally speaking, they reinforced the idea that people are the most important aspect of any deal and, again, you shouldn’t do things just for money. With the record company, I lost money but ended up making it all back in other businesses with one of the guys I had hired to work in the record company. With the clothing line, I wasn’t the right person for that type of clothing line — I wasn’t knowledgeable enough about it or passionate enough about it to learn it.

You are one of America’s most successful branding gurus, having been recognized with more than 35 awards, including the Brandweek Marketer of the Year and Ernst & Young’s Master Entrepreneur of the Year. You also serve as CEO of the brand consultancy, The Shark Group, which manages more than 60 “Shark Tank” companies. In your opinion, what is the recipe for marketing and branding success and how can our members, small to midsize manufacturers and businesses, maximize their efforts to make a real impact in the markets they serve? Stick to your core values in whatever you do. Make sure they come across consistently, regardless of platform.

In 2009, you were tapped by producer Mark Burnett to join the cast of “Shark Tank,” which has since become one of the most successful business reality series of all time. How would you describe your experience on the show and what it means to be called “The People’s Shark”? Overall, it has been an inspiration and a learning experience. I’m always inspired to see what smart, passionate and dedicated people can accomplish. It also keeps my ear to the streets so-to-speak when it comes to entrepreneurship. I just made T-shirts and baggy jeans; many of the folks I meet from “Shark Tank” are truly brilliant. We learn from and inspire each other.

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I have also been able to grow as a businessman through the show by seeing new industries up close, especially the millennial space. We always have to be willing, ready and able to learn, and I am fortunate to do so with some of the most motivated and brightest minds in business. Being able to learn from them and grow with them not only helps me better understand my value to them, but also allows me to further my scope in business and the various industries I might want to be part of.

We were thrilled to have your fellow Shark, Robert Herjavec, here in 2016 to speak at our 111th Annual Event. How would you describe your business approach compared to his and your fellow Sharks and why this mix of investors and negotiating styles makes the show such a big hit?

We all have our own styles, but I try to stick to either a) businesses in which I know I can add value with my contacts, experience and knowledge or b) entrepreneurs who I would want to work with even if the current business fails. Robert is, first and foremost, a family guy. If he thinks his kids will think it’s cool, he’s open to it.

Beyond your TV and branding fame, you are also a highly successful author. Your books Display of Power and The Brand Within were national bestsellers, while The Power of Broke (2016) and Rise and Grind: Outperform, Outwork, and Outhustle Your Way to a More Successful and Rewarding Life (2018) are the only New York Times best-selling books from any of the Sharks. Why do you believe your books resonate with readers, and who do you turn to for business advice? I don’t know if there’s any one reason, but it may have something to do with me just being myself. These books also came along at a time where people are thirsty for information to apply to themselves and their own dreams. Being about to start a business (of any kind) feels feasible to most people, and a lot of people are more willing than ever to take their shot. So I am able to share my experiences in my own voice, while also reminding people of my earlier days long before “Shark Tank,” books or FUBU. I try do everything with a sense of humility and authenticity because I know those two things are the embodiment of my readers. They are nervous and excited, which breeds humility and authenticity. I see it on the road when I go on book signings and whenever people stop me on the street to say, “hi.” But we have to get away from hero worship. Nobody wins and it is a prime dream killer. I’m no guru. I honestly brag about my mistakes in the hope that people can learn from what I learned the hard way. People can’t relate to perfect people.

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In 2015, you were named a Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship under the Obama administration, an initiative that included providing new entrepreneurs with the chance to draw capital, talent and education. What did you learn from this experience, and how can employers foster an entrepreneurial mindset in their present workplaces that can help drive their talent to innovate and create? For me, the ambassadorship reinforced that entrepreneurial thinking can be applied to much more than building new companies; it works to keep existing companies relevant as well and can be applied to all sorts of societal problems. To foster an entrepreneurial environment, you need to be willing to create a work environment that entrepreneurial minded folks are drawn to. I became an entrepreneur because I wanted to feel like I had more control over my life — more schedule flexibility, more freedom to take chances and even — gasp! — fail; more chances to work on stuff that was aligned with my values — meaning stuff I cared about, basically.

It has been reported that one of your proudest accomplishments is your fight against dyslexia and that you continue to work with the Yale Center for Dyslexia and sit on the advisory board of Understood. org. What is your recommendation to those who may face similar challenges (a struggle shared by fellow Sharks Barbara Corcoran and Kevin O’Leary) and how can they use such experiences to their advantage in their professional careers? Be honest about who you are — including your perceived weaknesses. Don’t hide them. Revealing them may help people understand you, as well as how to work with you, better. Again, nobody relates to perfect people.

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CO M PAN Y PR O FIL E In May, LORD Corporation celebrated the start of an expansion and modernization project at its Saegertown, Pennsylvania facility. Over the next five years, LORD will invest $80 million to help meet customer demand around the globe. LORD Corporation is a diversified technology and manufacturing company developing highly reliable adhesives, coatings, motion management devices and sensing technologies that significantly reduce risk and improve product performance. “We are reaching full production capacity. As LORD continues to grow as a global

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Improving the Delivery of Care Through Investment, Innovation “Why not Erie? Why not Hamot?” According to Lynn Rupp, UPMC Hamot vice president of operations, and president of Regional Health Services, these rhetorical questions have been asked many times throughout her 25 years with the health system. From the outside, these enquiries may be just empty brainstorming prompts. But, for UPMC Hamot, they aren’t rhetorical — they are a commitment to offer the highest quality health care to the Erie region. “We have responsibility to the Erie community to ensure they have access to quality health care,” UPMC Hamot President David Gibbons explains. “The vitality of UPMC Hamot equates to a more vibrant community.” The results of this focus on innovative, comprehensive, patient-centered care are tangible and plentiful — today, UPMC Hamot offers the region’s only trauma center, the only hospital with 24/7 anesthesia coverage, the only neuro hospitalists, Erie County’s only designated comprehensive stroke center, and the only free-standing women’s

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In June 2018, UPMC Hamot became the first hospital in the nation to perform a diagnostic robotic bronchoscopy.

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advancement have always been a priority, and now, with UPMC, we are able to move faster and stronger.” Access to specialists and highly specialized procedures are now offered in Erie, including hepatic biliary surgeons, gynecological oncologists, urogynecology services and high-end neurosurgery procedures. UPMC Hamot recently became the only hospital in the region, and the only UPMC facility outside of Pittsburgh, to offer kidney transplants. On the heels of this monumental achievement, UPMC Hamot made national news in June when it became the first in the nation to perform a diagnostic robotic bronchoscopy under the expertise of world-class pulmonologist Stephen Kovacs, DO, FCCP, co-director of the UPMC Hamot Comprehensive Lung Center. Kovacs is recognized as one of the highest volume interventional pulmonologists in the country and is regarded in his field as one of the most skilled. “There are a limited number of physicians who are experienced enough,” Rupp explains. “Dr. Kovacs is one of a handful of individuals across the nation that the company wanted to work with.” The new procedure, which facilitates the diagnosis of lung cancer, utilizes a device to drive a robotic camera with optics into the airways where suspicious nodules may be located. According to Kovacs, the cameras used by the older bronchoscopy procedure are unable to navigate into the lungs’ alveoli leaving the physician to make a best guess at the location of the nodules. Now, with the diagnostic robotic bronchoscopy, Kovacs and his team can enter the alveoli and visualize the nodules, helping to make a more accurate diagnosis. This means lung cancer is detected earlier and can result in better outcomes for patients. “If you have a worrisome issue, you want to make sure you are accessing the latest technology, the most up-to-date procedures, the highest quality physicians and team, and the best standards for follow up. Right now, the only place that’s offered is at UPMC Hamot,” Kovacs emphasizes. “Every other hospital is using older technology.” Leading the nation with this procedure will keep UPMC Hamot on the cutting edge not only in lung cancer diagnostics but also potentially in several endoscopic procedures. “That is one of the exciting aspects of this program. We will be involved with the company in the development of future renditions,” Rupp says. Kovacs agrees, “Being the first in the country shows that UPMC and UMPC Hamot are committed to ensuring the best technology and procedures can be offered right here [in Erie].”

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responsibilities and skills every HR professional requires. Classes include the Level I courses and new Advanced Series, and both qualify for Human Resource Certificate Institute (HRCI) and SHRM credits. When an HR or employment law issue does arise, MBA members can also call the HR and Legal Hotline for support. “They can speak with me or any of our HR professionals to ensure that they are handling the process correctly and not missing anything,” says Tammy Lamary-Toman, JD, PHR, SHRM-CP, vice president and employment counsel for the MBA. “We’ll help you through every step, and make sure you are doing the right things and that you are compliant.” Additionally, the Association can provide HR compliance reviews and prepare and update employee handbooks to make sure that they are compliant with the latest rules and regulations. The MBA also hosts monthly HR roundtables and an annual HR & Employment Law Conference, held each October, to help engage professionals on timely HR topics, such as harassment in the workplace and employee engagement. Employee engagement is the level of commitment, passion and loyalty a worker has toward their work and company. The idea being that the more engaged an employee is, the more productive they’ll become. According to a recent Gallup poll, 32 percent of employees in the United States are engaged, which means over two-thirds of employees nationwide are disengaged with their work. “Everyone is talking about engaging your employees, and if they’re

happy, then your customers are happy,” explains Bruce. “So, just finding out that level of engagement is critical, and that often starts from the commitment at the top.” The MBA can conduct employee engagement surveys to find out what the areas of concern are in the organization, as well as establishing focus groups, to address key issues that may prevent the business from reaching its full potential. “If they’re known as a great place to work,” states Bruce, “then they won’t have any trouble attracting and recruiting employees.” Planning for the Future When it comes to employers planning for future staffing needs, the MBA can also provide support. “Say you know a manager is going to retire in 10 years, we can already see based on their patterns, who may fit into the job, and create a job assessment for that, and who will best fit into that role,” says Bruce. “It’s an important tool to have.” In fact, the MBA recently partnered with The Predictive Index (PI) to provide another level of support for a company’s staffing needs and strategic planning. The PI is a scientifically validated behavioral assessment that predicts workplace behavior. The proprietary system is used for a variety of human resource management purposes, including employee selection, executive onboarding, leadership development, succession planning, performance coaching, teambuilding and organizational culture change.

powerful HR tools working with the very MBA staff they have come to know and trust. “We have a full arsenal of products and services that assist our members with their day-to-day operations,” says Bruce. “Just let us know what you are looking for, and we can help. We can assist with all of your staffing needs from beginning to end.” For more information, visit www.mbausa.org.

MBA Members Can Access Discounted HR & Legal Services The MBA HR & Legal Services Division offers members discounts on a wide range of products and services. These include, but are not limited to: • Affirmative Action Plans • Compensation & Benefit Services • Employee Handbooks • Employment Screenings • Employee Engagement Surveys • HR Compliance Reviews • Job Description & Analysis • Labor Law Posters • Legal Services (employmentrelated contracts and select employment litigation) • Part-Time HR Support • Payroll (through partner ECCA Payroll Solutions) Contact the MBA HR & Legal Services Division at 814/833-3200, 800/815-2660 or email hrservices@mbausa.org.

Through the PI partnership, MBA member companies can now access one of today’s most

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ASSOCIATION EVENTS

2018 MANUFACTURING DAY Event marks fifth year for innovation, technology celebration

On Thursday, October 4, more than 2,000 students, educators, business and community leaders will join the Manufacturer & Business Association (MBA), its partners and supporters for the fifth annual Manufacturing Day (MFG DAY) celebration at the Bayfront Convention Center (BCC) in Erie. The 2018 event is touted as an “amazing exhibition of innovation, technology and career opportunities in today’s manufacturing industry,” thanks to a combination of manufacturers, vendors, high school and higher education institutions providing more than 60 exhibits, programs and demonstrations, designed for participants to experience innovative manufacturing technology in a hands-on, interactive environment. “We believe that by working together,” explains MBA President and CEO John Krahe, “that we can promote the importance of a robust and innovative manufacturing industry — the most

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powerful force behind our nation’s economy, which continues to provide outstanding career opportunities for our young people.” The fifth anniversary of the PA event marks a significant milestone for industry and education in the region. The 2018 MFG Day event is also part of a national celebration intended to address common misperceptions about manufacturing by giving manufacturers an opportunity to open their doors and show, in a coordinated effort, what manufacturing is — and what it isn’t. “MFG DAY is designed to amplify the voice of individual manufacturers and coordinate a collective chorus of manufacturers with common concerns and challenges,” according to the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), which produces the nationwide event. “The rallying point for a growing mass movement, MFG DAY empowers manufacturers to come together to address their collective challenges so

they can help their communities and future generations thrive.” In 2014, the MBA began hosting MFG Day at its Conference Center in Erie with 100 students, educators and business leaders to talk about and watch a captivating film about careers in manufacturing. The following year, the event was held at the BCC and included company tours at participating manufacturing facilities. It has grown every year since. This year’s event promises to include not only a dynamic lineup of interactive exhibits including 3D printing, robotics, CNC machining and drone technology, but also cutting-edge breakout sessions for attendees to interact with a diverse group of industry experts and learn about the high-paying jobs available in a variety of manufacturing industries. These sessions cover everything from interviewing and internships to robotics and engineering. Awards and Recognition Rally The culmination of the MFG DAY event is the

MFG DAY EDUCATIONAL BREAKOUT SESSIONS 10 Things You Need to Do to Land the Ultimate Career

Presenters: Kevin Smith, Leaderstone Inc. & Lori Dever, Industrial Sales & Manufacturing Time: 9 - 9:40 a.m. or 11 - 11:40 a.m. In this session, the speakers will uncover 10 things students can start doing today to move them toward their career and personal goals – even if they are unsure what they may be.

Engineering is Everywhere – You Can Be an Engineer!

Presenters: Dr. Karinna Vernaza, professor of Mechanical Engineering and associate dean of the College of Engineering and Business at Gannon University Time: 9 - 9:40 a.m. or 10 - 10:40 a.m. This session will explore the different engineering fields, their applications and their thought processes. Examples of engineering products in everyday life will be presented. Attendees will walk away saying, “I can be an engineer!”

Jump-Start Your Career Through Internships

Presenter: Facilitated by Melanie Ford, assistant teaching professor at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College Time: 9 - 9:40 a.m. or 10 - 10:40 a.m. This dynamic panel consisting of Penn State Erie engineering interns and local employers will discuss the steps recommended for finding a meaningful internship, what questions to ask a college and a potential employer, and what benefits they have experienced through participating in an internship.

Bringing Great Innovations to Life

Presenter: Jessie Tymoczko, Inventionland Institute Time: 9 - 9:40 a.m. or 11 - 11:40 a.m. This session will walk students through the process of bringing an idea to market and introduce a few new inventions that are new or coming soon to market.

Interviewing Skills… LIVE! Learn the Tips and Tricks for a Successful Interview Awards and Recognition Rally held in the BCC’s Main Ballroom, featuring keynote speaker Bill Hilbert Jr., a former chairman of the MBA and owner and president of Reddog Industries in Erie. As part of his address, Hilbert, who started his career in manufacturing in 1981, after graduating from the University of Dayton, will share his thoughts on manufacturing careers with students.

Conditioning in Erie. Mele passed away August 1 at the age of 66.

Sharing in the spotlight will be the winners of the MBA’s 2018 Patrick R. Locco Scholarship Awards. The awards were created by the Association to recognize outstanding high school students who distinguish themselves in pursuit of technical and academic excellence.

Thanks to many supporters, MFG Day is a pathway to make such opportunities possible and to give students a chance to explore careers in manufacturing in an exciting way.

This year, six scholarships will be awarded to students from five area technical schools to assist them in future academic endeavors. The addition of the sixth scholarship was made possible from donations honoring Al Mele of Mele Plumbing Heating and Air

“We are very humbled by Al’s friends and family who have donated so generously to the Locco Fund,” says Krahe. “Al understood the importance and value of technical education and this fund will help these students pursue their dreams.”

“The fifth annual MFG Day event is a true celebration of technical education, innovation and the future of manufacturing,” says Krahe. “It’s not an exhibition but an experience, and it’s an opportunity for us, our schools and partner organizations to come together in a positive and meaningful way.” For more information about MFG Day 2018, visit www.pamfgday.com.

Presenters: Eileen Mullen, program coordinator, Crawford Co. K-12 Career Education Alliance, and Patrick Faller, Acutec Precision Aerospace Time: 10 - 10:40 a.m. or 11 - 11:40 a.m. During this breakout session, students will learn what questions Human Resource managers and company owners ask when interviewing prospective employees, why they are asking the specific questions, what information they are looking for, and how they should answer them so that they will be able to identify the strengths, skills and attributes they will bring to their company and what will set them apart from their competitors.

Imagine a Career with Robotics

Presenters: Steve Catt, ARM Institute, and Vu Nguyen, Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy Time: 10 - 10:40 a.m. or 11 - 11:40 a.m. This session will showcase current applications of robotics in key manufacturing sectors such as aerospace, automotive and electronics. It also will highlight future skills necessary for success in an “Industry 4.0” manufacturing work environment.

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When You Need More Than Just an Accountant The Beginning Founded in 1995, Schaffner Knight Minnaugh & Co., P.C. (SKM) has grown to the largest locally owned CPA firm headquartered in Erie, Pennsylvania with offices in Jamestown, New York. The founding partners, James Schaffner, Charles Knight and Matthew Minnaugh were CPAs with a passion for servicing clients that joined forces starting in downtown Erie at the then Baldwin Building, now known as the Renaissance Center on the corner of 10th and State Streets. At the time of inception, the Firm employed a combined total of eight professional and administrative staff. In 2014, SKM moved from downtown Erie to its present Erie location on West 38th Street. From its humble beginnings in 1995 to today, Schaffner, Knight, Minnaugh & Co. P.C., now with more than 50 professionals and administrative staff, has grown to be the largest locally owned CPA Firm in Northwestern Pennsylvania. Since its inception, SKM has concentrated its resources on serving the area’s for-profit, owneroperated businesses. In 2006, SKM was chosen to be a member of the RSM Alliance, a premier worldwide affiliation of firms, providing SKM and its clients national and international resources required in today’s global economy.

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being pro-active and responsive…. or what is called “World-Class Service” at Schaffner, Knight, Minnaugh & Company, P.C. Leadership The leadership of the Firm, starting with the founding partners, is deeply rooted in the tri-state area. Although SKM services clients throughout the United States, all the Firm’s principals grew up in the area and are committed to Northwest Pennsylvania and the New York Southern Tier. As a firm, SKM operates daily honoring four basic principles; 1) Provide World-Class Service (in their clients’ eyes); 2) Develop True Professionals and Future Firm Leaders; 3) Aggressively Market Its Service Proposition; and 4) Receive a Fair Reward for the Value It Delivers. Looking Forward In 2018 Jim Schaffner, the firm’s true founding partner, announced retirement from his daily activities at the Firm, but Jim will continue to be available to the Firm as a resource. Jim asked that

his change in status be handled in a “low profile” manner; however, his partners at SKM cannot let this announcement go without expressing their deepest gratitude to Jim for making SKM what it is today. SKM’s partners clearly recognize Jim as the Firm’s founder, but more importantly, his leadership, strategic foresight, entrepreneurial spirit and winning attitude that has made SKM not only the area’s largest CPA firm, but the firm of choice in the Northwestern PA and Southwestern NY markets. As SKM assists its clients with the continuation of their businesses into the future, the Firm too plans for its own continued long-term success by preparing all of its professionals to honor the legacy of being a trusted adviser to current and future business owners in the Pennsylvania and New York regions. Having firm leaders and professionals with a keen interest in continuous improvement is a key attribute in allowing SKM to honor its commitment to provide its clients the service they expect.

As a full-service CPA firm, SKM provides tax compliance and consulting, attest services, outsourced accounting, business valuation and litigation support services to a wide variety of clients in diverse industries including: manufacturing, construction, retail, professional service organizations, wholesalers and auto dealerships. SKM’s working environment is “boutique-like” with true specialists who often hold multiple professional designations. Most importantly, the Firm’s seasoned business professionals are obsessed with providing new ideas, new approaches and new opportunities for consideration by business owners and their management teams. SKM is also obsessed with

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MANUFACTURING DAY SUPPORTERS AIRBORN Address: 2700 Mechanic Street Lake City, PA 16423 Phone: 814/877-5658 Website: www.airborn.com AirBorn is an employee-owned company whose core business is engineering and manufacturing specialized connectors and electronic components for OEMs in the mil-aero, commercial air, space, medical and industrial markets.

ERIEZ MAGNETICS Address: 2200 Asbury Road, Erie, PA 16506 Phone: 814/835-6000 Website: www.eriez.com Eriez manufactures separation technologies and markets its products through 12 facilities on six continents. From the food industry to coal mining, Eriez solves complex problems through uniquely engineered solutions.

AMERICAN TURNED PRODUCTS Address: 7626 Klier Drive Fairview, PA 16415 Phone: 814/474-4200 Website: www.atpteam.com Specializes in contract precision machining of high-volume complex parts for the automotive, agricultural and defense industries.

GANNON UNIVERSITY Address: 109 University Sq. Erie, PA 16541 Phone: 814/871-7407 Website: www.gannon.edu Gannon University is a Catholic, Diocesan University dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship and service. Inspired by the Catholic Intellectual Tradition, the University offers a comprehensive learning experience that emphasizes faith, leadership, inclusiveness and social responsibility.

CHANNELLOCK Address: 1306 S. Main Street Meadville, PA 16335 Phone: 814/337-9200 Website: www.channellock.com Founded in 1886, Channellock, Inc. is a worldwide leader in the manufacture of high-quality pliers and assorted hand tools. Family owned and operated, Channellock, Inc. has more than 4,000 U.S. wholesale and retail customers and ships to customers in 45 countries.

INDUSTRIAL SALES & MANUFACTURING Address: 2909 West 12th Street Erie, PA 16505 Phone: 814/833-9876 Website: www.ismerie.com Quality contract machining, fabrication and assembly for OEMS since 1967.

CURTZE FOOD SERVICE Address: 1717 East 12th Street Erie, PA 16511 Phone: 814/452-2281 Website: www.curtze,com Curtze is a broadline food service distributor offering a unique center of the plate program, which includes portion control fresh meat in a custom cutting federally inspected meat facility, as well as a custom cut fresh seafood program. ERIE PRESS SYSTEMS Address: 1253 West 12th Street, P.O. Box 4061 Erie, PA 16512 Phone: 814/455-3941 Website: www.eriepress.com Manufactures custom hydraulic and mechanical presses for forging, extrusion, stretch forming , compaction and metal forming.

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LORD CORPORATION Address: 2455 Robison Road West Erie, PA 16509 Phone: 814/868-3180 Website: www.lord.com A diversified technology and manufacturing company developing highly reliable adhesives, coatings, motion management devices, and sensing technologies that significantly reduce risk and improve product performance. For more than 90 years, LORD Corporation has worked in collaboration with its customers to provide innovative aerospace, defense, automotive and industrial solutions.

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MACDONALD ILLIG JONES & BRITTON Address: 100 State Street, Suite 700 Erie, PA 16507 Phone: 814/870-7600 Website: www.MacDonaldIllig.com MacDonald, Illig, Jones & Britton LLP provides sophisticated legal counsel to clients that range from business owners in Erie to major corporations abroad.

Manufacturing Day is a celebration of modern manufacturing meant to inspire the next generation of manufacturers. The 2018 annual celebration, set for 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Thursday, October 4, at the Bayfront Convention Center in Erie, will be a spectacular event. This year’s celebration is expected to draw more than 2,000 educators, students and community leaders, and will showcase more than 60 exhibits, as well as programs and demonstrations designed for participants to experience innovative manufacturing technology in a hands-on, interactive environment. Thank you to all the Manufacturer Day supporters for their support!

MAYER BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Address: 1902 Cherry Street Erie, PA 16502 Phone: 814/452-3748 Website: www.mayerbrothersconstruction.com Mayer Brothers Construction Company is a family owned business that has been a staple of the northwestern Pennsylvania construction industry for more than a century, specializing in heavy/highway, site development, asphalt paving, concrete pavement/sidewalk/curb and stormwater.

PENN STATE ERIE, THE BEHREND COLLEGE Address: 4701 College Drive Erie, PA 16563 Phone: 814/898-6000 Website: behrend.psu.edu Penn State Behrend offers more than 40 degrees at the bachelor’s, master’s and associate degree levels; a range of minors and certificates; education and training programs for business, industry, and community organizations; and numerous outreach programs for area youth and adults.

JOSEPH MCCORMICK CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. Address: 3340 Pearl Avenue Erie, PA 16510 Phone: 814/899-3111 Website: www.jmccormickconstruction.com Family owned heavy highway construction company specializing in asphalt paving, excavation, site development, demolition and sanitary/storm sewer installation work for various state, county, city municipalities, commercial developments and local companies throughout Erie County.

PHB INCORPORATED Address: 7900 West Ridge Road Fairview, PA 16415 Phone: 814/474-5511 Website: www.phbcorp.com Manufacturing capabilities include zinc die casting, aluminum die casting, machining, plastic and rubber molding, tool & die, injection molding and product assembly. REDDOG INDUSTRIES, INC. Address: 2012 East 33rd Street Erie, PA 16510 Phone: 814/898-4321 Website: www.reddog-erie.com Manufacturing capabilities include design & manufacturing of highpressure plastic injection molds; aluminum & zinc die-cast dies and specialized machining.

MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY Address: 501 East 38th Street Erie, PA 16546 Phone: 814/824-2000 or 800/825-1926 Website: Mercyhurst.edu Mercyhurst University is a fully accredited, private, four-year, Catholic institution, recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a Top-Tier University and Best Value University in the north region, as well as a Catholic College of Distinction. MCINNES ROLLED RINGS Address: 1533 East 12th Street Erie, PA 16511 Phone: 814/459-4495 Website: www.mcinnesrolledrings.com Manufactures seamless rolled ring forgings in carbon, alloy and stainless steel.

RIDG-U-RAK, INC. Address: 120 South Lake Street North East, PA 16428 Phone: 814/725-8751 Website: www.ridgurak.com Designs and manufactures a full array of storage rack solutions.

WELDERS SUPPLY COMPANY Address: 1628 Cascade Street Erie, PA 16502 Phone: 814/454-1563 Website: www.wscrc.com Northwestern Pennsylvania and western New York’s leader in the supply of medical, industrial gasses and welding supplies to the manufacturing, construction, health care and laboratory industries.

NATIONAL FUEL GAS DISTRIBUTION CORPORATION Address: 1100 State Street Erie, PA 16501 Phone: 814/871-8200 Website: www.nationalfuelgas.com A public utility providing natural gas service to more than 740,000 customers through a local distribution system in western New York and northwestern Pennsylvania.

WIDGET FINANCIAL Address: 2154 East Lake Road Erie, PA 16511 Phone: 814/456-6231 Website: www.widgetfinancial.com Widget Financial is a mutually owned credit union, which specializes in a variety of loans and deposit accounts for consumers and businesses that are geared toward enriching lives in the Erie region.

NORTHWESTERN PA CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL TOOLING AND MACHINING ASSOCIATION Address: P.O. Box 203 Meadville, PA 16335 Phone: 814/720-0094 Website: nwpa-ntma.com NWPA NTMA is a trade association focused on promoting the advancement of excellence in precision custom manufacturing through cooperation between members, educators, associated organizations, and government in the regions served.

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MBA LEADERSHIP

2018-2019 MBA BOARD OF GOVERNORS Making a Difference in the Business Community

The Manufacturer & Business Association’s 113th Annual Event speaker and entrepreneur Daymond John once said, “Mentors, by far, are the most important aspects of businesses.” And, I couldn’t agree more. The impact and influence that a mentor provides can be substantial, opening doors to new opportunities and providing guidance throughout your professional career. During my more than 30 years in business, I have had the privilege and pleasure of working with some visionary and talented leaders who shared their knowledge and experience, and helped me professionally. One, in particular, stands out. My father and former MBA chairman Gerald B. Eighmy, who is remembered in this year’s In Memoriam, along with Lou Musante and Frank Gerlach, is one of the greatest men I know. He took my grandfather’s business, the Eighmy Corporation in Conneaut, Ohio, and expanded it into American Turned Products with two locations in Erie County, creating a successful company that creates high-precision components for numerous industries and employs hundreds of hard-working people in our community, and earning the recognition of “Employer of the Year.” “We do the tough stuff,” is a phrase he coined, but in reality, he and my mother, Mary, are the ones who sacrificed everything to make it possible. Thankfully, there are others in this great country of ours who share my dad’s drive and determination. They are the risk takers who venture out to start a new business or develop a new product line, or blaze a path that will create opportunity and growth. They recognize that success is no small feat and that you must challenge yourself and your business every day — a task not easily achieved. As chairman of the Manufacturer & Business Association (MBA) Board of Governors, I’ve had the privilege and pleasure to work with many of these captains of industry firsthand. Their knowledge and experience, passion and ability to inspire are assets to their organizations and to the Association’s membership, as well. I am grateful for the chance to work alongside these great leaders — many of whom are also great mentors and role models — to serve as your chairman this past year. I am proud of what we have been able to accomplish through the Association’s programs and services, and I’m excited about what the future will bring for the MBA and its membership. I am equally proud to pass the gavel to Chairman Mark Rose, director of Erie Operations at LORD Corporation, who I believe is an excellent choice to lead the MBA in the next year. He is surrounded by a great team in my fellow Executive Committee members — Mike Mankosa, executive vice president – Global Technology – Eriez Magnetics; Secretary Tammy Lamary-Toman, JD, PHR, SHRM-CP, MBA vice president and employment counsel; Treasurer Mark Raimy, chief executive officer, Welders Supply Company; and, Ex-Officio Scott Bonnell, owner of Bonnell’s Auto Group, as well as Board members — Andrew Foyle, president of H&H Machined Products Co.; Jim Greenleaf, president and chief executive officer of Greenleaf Corporation; Steve Jones, president of Ron Jones Hardwood Sales, Inc.; Phil Katen, president and general manager of Plastikos Inc.; and, Mike Weber, chairman of Smith Provision Company, Inc. I also wish to take this time to give a warm welcome and heartfelt congratulations to the MBA’s newest Board members — Kathy Jones, executive and business planning manager at GE Transportation, and Colleen Moore-Mezler, president and chief executive officer of Moore Research Services, Inc. They bring a wealth of experience to their appointments that will be vital to the Association’s future, and I believe we are fortunate to have their knowledge and expertise. As always, thank you for giving us the opportunity to serve you and your organizations as part of the MBA Board of Governors. I believe that I speak for us all when I say that we are truly honored to be able to make a difference at the Association and in our business community! Sincerely, Harry Eighmy, Immediate Past Chairman of MBA Board of Governors and co-owner and chief operating officer of American Turned Products

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Executive Committee Chairman Mark Rose

Vice Chairman Mike Mankosa

Treasurer Mark Raimy

Director of Erie Operations LORD Corporation

Executive Vice President – Global Technology Eriez Magnetics

Chief Executive Officer Welders Supply Company

Secretary Tammy Lamary-Toman, JD, PHR, SHRM-CP

Ex-Officio Scott Bonnell

Immediate Past Chairman Harry Eighmy

Owner Bonnell’s Auto Group

Co-Owner and Chief Operating Officer American Turned Products

Vice President and Employment Counsel Manufacturer & Business Association

Board Members

New Board Members

Andrew Foyle

Jim Greenleaf

Kathy Jones

President H&H Machined Products Co.

President and Chief Executive Officer Greenleaf Corporation

Executive and Business Planning Manager GE Transportation

Steve Jones

Phil Katen

Colleen Moore-Mezler

President Ron Jones Hardwood Sales, Inc.

President and General Manager Plastikos, Inc.

President and Chief Executive Officer Moore Research Services, Inc.

Mike Weber Chairman Smith Provision Company, Inc.

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Roberts Companies Headquarters: 5501 Route 89 North East, PA 16428 Phone: 814/347-1300 or 1-800-955-4087

Rise With Roberts History Founded in 1978, the Roberts Companies were built on a foundation of asset-based local, regional and over the road (OTR) units capable of running the lower 48 states and eastern Canada with a compliment of warehouse/distribution/ cross dock space in Western PA and Western NY. Roberts has a vast pool of resources and professionally trained staff to provide customers with full Supply Chain Solutions. Roberts provides consistent on-time service to clients through sophisticated management systems, strong client relations and a commitment to excellence. Office locations are in Erie and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Harford, Connecticut and Charlotte, North Carolina to support its business across the globe. Capabilities Warehousing | Roberts offers uniquely customizable solutions for clients that have temperature sensitive products, strict deadlines and large or small shipments, both globally and nationwide. Roberts currently has a multitude of meticulously maintained, pest-controlled and heated space facilities for food grade products in Erie County, Pennsylvania. All facilities including New York locations, conveniently located off Interstate 90, are equipped with a bar code data collection system providing directed pick and pack location assignment, real-time inventory capability and a first in-first out (FIFO) management system.

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Print Media | To meet the need for a critical service in the direct mailing business, Roberts offers print media and direct mailing services for newspapers, retail circulars and mailers. With advertisements and information sharing through different channels, such as social media and online engagement nowadays, Roberts presents an economical process to control cost and coordinate freight for the printing industry.

#Rising Up Next… It’s a new and exciting time at the Roberts Companies! “We are drafting dreams and casting a wider net with new leadership, new services and new culture and our priority is to improve on all levels so that we may better serve

clients and the community,” says President and CEO Kirk Hill. “To build upon our reputable foundation, we are strengthening our workforce and expanding our businesses. We are proud to introduce Rise Logistics as our sister company! We will now offer the same premier services and greater resources in six locations handling all facets of supply chain logistics globally. Our Erie office and headquarters in North East, Pennsylvania deliver services locally and look forward to continuing to do so as Roberts Companies and Rise Logistics.” Rise with Roberts, here and beyond!

Trucking | With a focus on capacity and reliability, Roberts manages a fleet size of approximately 400 trucks within its company and carrier partner networks. As a brokerage firm with strong relationships with its clients, as well as its carrier partners, Roberts relies upon dependability and stability to solidify shipper carrier partnerships. Logistics | Roberts logistics solutions allows customers to reduce, measure and control transportation expenditures. The company works to maintain costs while providing customized invoicing, auditing and dedicated services to support customer business activities.

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IN MEMORIAM

MBA REMEMBERS FORMER CHAIRMEN FOR DEDICATION The Manufacturer & Business Association (MBA) is honored to recognize the life and legacy of three visionary business leaders who passed away during the past year, including former MBA Board members and chairmen Gerald B. Eighmy, Louis P. Musante and Frank Gerlach. “Jerry, Lou and Frank all played an integral role in the Association, supporting its vision and helping lead us to where we are today,” said MBA President and CEO John Krahe. “We were fortunate to have worked with them as colleagues, as well as mentors and friends. Their passing is a great loss for the business community and all who knew them, and our hearts go out to their family and friends.” Eighmy, 77, who passed away on May 15, 2018, was born on December 17, 1940 in Cleveland, eventually moving to Conneaut, Ohio, where he became a lifelong resident. After graduating from Conneaut High School, he worked on one of the boats for U.S. Steel to gather up the money needed to go to college. He attended Heidelberg College in Tiffin, Ohio, earning a degree in chemistry. Soon after graduating, he started working for his father, Harry, at the family machining company, the Eighmy Corporation, in Conneaut. Over the years, he helped the company grow. In 1984, Eighmy started American Turned Products in Erie, leading it to become a thriving manufacturing company, with two facilities in Erie County (Erie and Fairview) that today serve the automotive, appliance, military and hydraulics industries. Eighmy was actively involved with the National Screw Machine Products Association, now called the Precision Machined Products Association (PMPA), a national trade association, representing more than 500 companies in the United States and Canada. He served on many committees, the board of directors and served as the association president. Jerry received the merit award, the association’s highest honor, for his service to the association and industry. Eighmy also was a board member and past chairman of the Manufacturer & Business Association. He served on the board of Brown Memorial Hospital for 25 years and chaired the board when the hospital became part of the University Hospitals of Cleveland health system. He also served on the UHHS board in Cleveland. He also was instrumental in the creation of the SPARC project in Conneaut, the sports complex for the Conneaut School System. Eighmy is survived by his wife Mary, sons Scott and Harry of Erie, and several grandchildren. Musante, 75, who owned several businesses in Girard and Erie, Pennsylvania, passed away in Richmond, Virginia, on December 30, 2017. Born on October 29, 1942 in Warren, Pennsylvania, Musante served his country in the U.S. Army and received his bachelor of science degree from Gannon College. He began his career at Continental Rubber, and then worked as a mold designer at Andmore Tool and Die until he left that position to start his own company, Westminster Manufacturing Corp. Musante held leadership roles for many NWPA Boards, including the Americans for the Competitive Enterprise System, the Erie Arts Association, the Manufacturer & Business Association, in which he served as Board member and chairman, Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week and the Society of Plastic Engineers, who awarded him the honor of Man of the Year. Musante also received the Northwestern Pennsylvania Small Business Person of the Year award in 1992.

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Musante is survived by his wife Lynda Scott Musante and children Laurel E. Musante of Perry, Kansas, Robert P. Musante of Midlothian, Virginia, Richard S. Musante of Fairview, Pennsylvania, and Karen M. Musante of Erie, and two grandchildren. Gerlach, who passed away August 11, 2018, at the age of 79, was an active member of the Erie business community. He was born on May 14, 1939, in St. Martins Ferry, Ohio, and earned a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering from Ohio University. Gerlach led an accomplished career, starting with managing several manufacturing facilities in several different states for Kaiser Aluminum and Chemical Corporation. From 1988 through 1991, Gerlach served as president and CEO of Uniflow Manufacturing Company in Erie. He also served as a business consultant including as interim president and CEO of Alliance Health Network, COO of the Erie County Skill Center, as well as facilitating many health-care and manufacturing board retreats and team-building sessions. Gerlach served as a Board member of Morris Coupling Company and Saint Mary’s Home, member of the Harborcreek Water Authority, founding member and chair of Alliance Health Network, chairman of the Manufacturer & Business Association, chairman of the Pennsylvania Foundation for Free Enterprise Education, treasurer of the Health Care Cost Containment Council of the Erie Business Coalition, chairman of Saint Vincent Health Center, chairman of the Saint Vincent Health System, member of the Saint Vincent Board of Trustees, chairman of the Hospital Trustees Association of Pennsylvania, member of the Erie County Skill Center, and was a founding member of the Tri-State Trauma Joint Venture. Gerlach is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, son Douglas Gerlach of Harborcreek, two daughters, Karen Twaroski of Wattsburg and Juleann Landis of Harborcreek, stepson Garrett Morgan of Ripley, New York, and several grandchildren.

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