Experience

American Foundry Society

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Government Affairs Committee Chairman

  • Dec 2018 - Present

  The Government Affairs Division is dedicated to promoting and defending the interests of AFS members and the industry at large with the federal government and its regulatory agencies, and to increase the visibility and presence of the industry within its decision-making process. The division identifies and monitors, from introductions or proposals or passage or promulgation, a pre-established, realistic manageable set of federal issue priorities; insures adequate, qualified staffing to interpret and inform members about the effects of federal action upon them; collects fact-based information on the industry and its ability to comply and furnish the information to federal offices; and locates within the membership of AFS those individuals and companies able to provide commitment to a proactive government affairs program and a willingness to assist AFS toward this goal. In addition, the division cooperates with and assists state and chapter groups in joint efforts to advance the issues of the industry before members of Congress. It also conducts an annual conference for disseminating timely information on the issues to the industry and voicing the industry position to various House and Senate representatives on a face-to-face basis. Show less



Oil City Iron Works, Inc.

• United States
• Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Operating Officer

  • Nov 2015 - Present

• President

  • Jan 2008 - Present

  Develop a strategic plan to advance the company's mission and objectives and to promote revenue, profitability, and growth as an organization.Oversee company operations to insure production efficiency, quality, service, and cost-effective management of resources.Plan, develop, and implement strategies for generating resources and/or revenues for the company.Approve company operational procedures, policies, and standards.Review activity reports and financial statements to determine progress and status in attaining objectives and revise objectives and plans in accordance with current conditions.Evaluate performance of upper management for compliance with established policies and objectives of the company and contributions in attaining objectives.Promote the company through community activities, speeches, and and conferences. Represent the company at legislative sessions, committee meetings, and at formal functions.Promote the company to local, regional, national, and international constituencies.Build a fundraising network using personal contacts, direct mail, special events, and foundation support.Direct company planning and policy-making. Show less

• VP of Administration

  • May 2004 - Dec 2007

• Special Projects - Manufacturing

  • May 2000 - May 2004



Navarro County

• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Emergency Management Coordinator

  • Jan 2000 - Present

  Serve as the EMC in a volunteer capacity since 2000. The Navarro County OEM covers all incorporated jurisdictions and unincorporated area of Navarro County with the exception of the City of Corsicana. This position is unique in that as EMC I work with county leaders, public sector agencies, volunteer groups, and the private sectors to prepare for, respond to, recover from and mitigate emergencies and disasters of all forms. Serve as the EMC in a volunteer capacity since 2000. The Navarro County OEM covers all incorporated jurisdictions and unincorporated area of Navarro County with the exception of the City of Corsicana. This position is unique in that as EMC I work with county leaders, public sector agencies, volunteer groups, and the private sectors to prepare for, respond to, recover from and mitigate emergencies and disasters of all forms.



Republican Party of Navarro County

• 111-B West 3rd Ave, Corsicana, TX 75110

• County Chairman

  • Jun 2018 - May 2021



Navarro County LEPC

• Corsicana, TX

• Chairperson

  • May 2000 - May 2010