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MetalForming LIVE: Recruit, Retain, Train

January 16, 2024 | 2:00-3:30 p.m. ET | Virtual Event

Thank you to all our attendees, speakers and sponsors for making the first ever MetalForming LIVE: Recruit, Retain, Train virtual event a success! More than 200 attendees joined us online to learn from their peers and PMA’s workforce development team on strategies for winning the talent battle and resources available to assist you.  

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What is MetalForming LIVE?
First held in 2022, MetalForming LIVE is virtual event that brings together multiple metal formers to discuss topics, technologies, trends and more. Each session includes a short presentation followed by a roundtable discussion, moderated by MetalForming magazine editors, with the metal formers dispensing their expertise gleaned from extensive experience. And, attendees can participate in lively Q&A discussions. Best part? Each session is FREE! Register below.


Connie King

Connie King

Workforce Development Director, Precision Metalforming Association

Contact Connie: cking@pma.org Prior to joining PMA in May 2022, Connie King ser...

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Connie King

Connie King

Workforce Development Director, Precision Metalforming Association

Contact Connie: cking@pma.org Prior to joining PMA in May 2022, Connie King served as the director of professional development for Baldwin Wallace University, where she created and delivered original, competency-based learning programs for external organizations and university employees. She previously worked for the University of Akron as a manager of business solutions, where she developed and implemented internal and external organizational development programs, and created community, industry-based consortiums for assessing and satisfying skills demands. Prior to her higher education career, Connie worked in a variety of corporate and entrepreneurial positions which included expertise in marketing, trade show/events management, publishing, and training and development. She earned a bachelor's degree in Business from Baldwin-Wallace College and an MBA from the University of Akron.
Donna Kuhr

Donna Kuhr

CEO and Co-Owner, PTM Corporation

Donna Kuhr is president/CEO/chairman of the board, and co-owner of PTM Corporati...

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Donna Kuhr

Donna Kuhr

CEO and Co-Owner, PTM Corporation

Donna Kuhr is president/CEO/chairman of the board, and co-owner of PTM Corporation located in Fair Haven, MI. Donna is a second-generation manufacturer and has held various positions in the company since 1982. Donna serves on several boards: St. Clair County Economic Development Association (former President), Original Equipment Suppliers Association (OESA), Community Foundation of St. Clair County, and is the chair for the Talent Attraction Committee. Her notable awards includethe 2019 Michigan Manufacturer Association MFG Woman of the Year, 2018 St. Clair County Blue Water Woman Manufacturing Executive of the Year Award, Crain's Detroit Business 2018 Notable Women in Manufacturing Award, and 2017 Michigan Women Business Enterprise of the Year Award. She also was the first woman speaker at the 2015 JETRO Monozukuri event held in Kentucky. Donna enjoys being involved with improving her community by giving of her time and talents. She enjoys working with non-profits such as United Way of St. Clair County and A Beautiful Me. Donna is proud to provide sponsorships and advocates for local high school robotic and engineering programs.
Steve Peplin

Steve Peplin

CEO, Talan Products Inc.

As a lifelong entrepreneur, Steve Peplin has started and operated numerous compa...

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Steve Peplin

Steve Peplin

CEO, Talan Products Inc.

As a lifelong entrepreneur, Steve Peplin has started and operated numerous companies, all in the specialty building trades or building-products industries. He studied architectural engineering at the University of Wyoming Peplin started Talan Products in 1986 with $2100 and two partners. Talan has since grown into a recognized leader in manufacturing for the renewable-energy and building-products industries. As CEO of Talan, Steve has fostered a culture of innovation, progressive management, high performance, and collaboration. Talan has earned numerous awards for growth, innovation, safety, and manufacturing excellence.
Mary Pramik

Mary Pramik

Workforce Development Manager, Precision Metalforming Association

Prior to joining the PMA staff, Mary held positions as a program specialist for ...

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Mary Pramik

Mary Pramik

Workforce Development Manager, Precision Metalforming Association

Prior to joining the PMA staff, Mary held positions as a program specialist for the Educational Center of Northeast Ohio and as an administrative program coordinator in the professional development department at Baldwin Wallace University.
Lance Thrailkill

Lance Thrailkill

CEO, All Metals Fabricating

Lance is the third-generation owner of All Metals Fabricating, a contract manufa...

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Lance Thrailkill

Lance Thrailkill

CEO, All Metals Fabricating

Lance is the third-generation owner of All Metals Fabricating, a contract manufacturer specializing in sheet metal fabricating, welding, machining, powder coating, and electro-mechanical assembly. After earning his MBA in Accounting from SMU in 2008, Lance joined All Metals as first its Controller and promoting to its CFO in 2010. Lance has actively contributed to and learned all aspects of the business and currently serves as All Metals' CEO since 2018. He has been identified as an industry trendsetter by ECI, JobBOSS and IndustryWeek for embracing and implementing next generation advancements in technology, automation, and the adoption of Industry 4.0 within his organization. All Metals was featured in a 2022 episode of Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid, highlighting companies who are pushing the limits of technology and automation and raising the standard of their industries. Lance is a true servant leader for his company and his community. He believes in people first and that these relationships and partnerships are what evolve businesses and lead to excellence in customer service. In 2019, IndustryWeek announced All Metals the winner of their “Best Plant Award' recognizing the most excellent manufacturing companies in the United States. Additionally, CorporateLiveWire recognized All Metals as one of their 2022 “Manufacturing Employers of the Year'. Mosty recently, Lance was named one of the Dallas Business Journal's 2022 40 Under 40 honorees. For those that know Lance, this speaks to his tenacious drive, his huge heart, and his genuine servant leadership style.

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