Board of Directors MMA

Ed Bolas was named MMA Director Emeritus in 2021 in recognition of his role as a founding member of Midwest Manufacturers Association back in 2001.  Ed has served on the MMA board continuously; 2021 marks his 20th year of service to the organization!  

2022 is Ed's fifth year in the role of MMA President.  

Steve was elected to the CMMA board in 2012, and serves on both the Programs and Golf Committees.  Steve is a proactive CPA with over 17 years of experience with a strong concentration in manufacturing.  He is a Partner at BerganKDV located in St. Cloud, MN.

Will joined the RRMEA board in 2023. He is the Director of Business Development at Airial Robotics. 

Les was a Founding Member of CMMA, having served as President of the Board since 2008.  He also serves on the Workforce Committee. Les is the President of Engel Metallurgical, Ltd. located in Sauk Rapids, MN

Jeff joined the AMFA board in 2022 and was elected President of the board in 2023. He is the owner and president of Hibbing-based Range Steel Fabricators, a manufacturer with a 100-year history in industrial steel and aluminum fabrication.  Jeff is also a member of the AMFA Finance and FabTech Committees. 

Rally joined the AMFA board in 2022, serving a Vice President in 2023.  As Owner and President of Hibbing Fabricators, Inc., Rally brings another valued manufacturing voice to the board.  Hibbing Fabricators specializes in the production of precision metal components and assemblies.

Philip was elected to the TSMA Board in 2020.  Phil is the President of Paydac Plastics in Fergus Falls, and serves on both the Program and Workforce committees.

Wade was elected to the AMFA Board in 2018, and served as Board President for three years, from 2020-2022.  Wade is Chair of the Education Committee, and also serves on the Marketing/Membership, FabTech, and ET Grant Review committees.  Wade is the President of Zakobe LLC located in Bovey, MN.  

Dean has served on the the CMMA board in 2017.   Since 2020, Dean has served a dual role as an MMA board member.  

Rick joined the RRMEA Board in 2023.  He was elected to his first term as Board President in 2023. Rick is employed as the Business Development Manager at Interstate Assembly Systems.

Russell joined the RRMEA board in 2023. He is the Director of Sales at Be More Colorful, interactive virtual tours and virtual reality (VR) experiences for career exploration.

Mark joined the TSMA Board in 2016.  He was elected to his first term as Board President in 2018.  He serves as Co-Chair of the Program Committee and Chair of the Stein & Wine Fest.  Mark is employed as the Operations Manager at ITW Heartland in Alexandria.