The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) has announced the election of new officers to its Board of Directors. The appointments are intended to strengthen leadership within the organization, which represents the state’s manufacturing sector.
Joe Ahn, who serves as Senior Manager and Director of Government Relations—Advanced Development Programs at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, has been elected Chair of the Board. He will complete the remainder of Margo Parks’ term following her move to Neurocrine Biosciences.
Stephenie Shah, Senior Director of National State Government Affairs at E. & J. Gallo Winery, was chosen as Corporate Secretary. Adrian Guerrero, Assistant Vice President of Public Affairs West for Union Pacific Railroad, was named Chair of the Finance Committee.
“CMTA’s leadership continues to reflect the strength, innovation, and diversity of California manufacturing,” said Lance Hastings, CMTA President & CEO. “Joe, Stephenie, and Adrian each bring extensive experience and dedication to advancing policies that help manufacturers thrive and create opportunity across our state.”
CMTA acts as a representative body for more than 45,000 manufacturing firms in California and advocates on behalf of an industry valued at $382 billion annually. The association also notes that manufacturing accounts for about 10 percent of California’s total economic output and employs approximately 1.2 million people in the state with wages significantly higher than those in other non-farm sectors.
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