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MISSION
Advance Tampa Bay manufacturer's productivity and growth through workforce development, networking, education, advocacy, and innovation. |
VISION |
To be the Leading Voice and Resource for Tampa Bay Manufacturers |
CORE VALUES •Share Openly •Teamwork •Innovation •Learning •Community Support | PILLARS At BAMA We: •HAVE a Passion for Manufacturing •BUILD Meaningful Relationships •MAKE Collaboration Fun •GIVE Back to our Community |
History of the Bay Area Manufacturers Association
The Pinellas Manufacturers Association was formed with a small group of 10 industries in the Tyrone Industrial Park area of St Petersburg in 1961. Later, the organization was renamed the Bay Area Manufacturers Association. In the last 60 years, BAMA has supported manufacturing in our area and promotes economic development in our region.
1961
The Pinellas Manufacturers Association was formed with a small group of 10 industries
in the Tyrone Industrial Park area of St Petersburg.
1962-1976
Industrial exhibitions were co-sponsored by PMA with the Pinellas County Industry Council.
1976
The name was changed to Pinellas Industries Association.
1978
The By Kravetz Scholarship was established.
1981
PIA was instrumental in the formation of the Florida Manufacturers Association.
1982
The Distinguished Service Award was established.
1984
The Joseph Schiereck Scholarship was established.
1986
PIA changed its name to the Bay Area Manufacturers Association.
1992
BAMA held its first Scholarship Golf Tournament.
1998
BAMA initiated its website.
2017
BAMA hosted the first Made in Tampa Bay Expo
2019
BAMA held it's first Clay Shoot for Veteran's Education
2026
BAMA celebrates it's 65th anniversary!
BAMA MEMBER AWARDS |
BAMA awards are presented each year at our annual dinner and Awards Program in June. The five categories are:
The goal of the program is to recognize and celebrate our lifelong supporters, dedicated advocates, and committed contributors while fostering and supporting the next generation of volunteers. By doing so, we aim to build a lasting legacy of industry support and acknowledge the valuable role that every individual plays in strengthening our economic community. The Nominations will focus on: • Beneficial impact through educational programs, scholarships or volunteerism • A noteworthy involvement that furthered the mission of BAMA • Demonstrated attributes of selflessness in support of community or industry • Persistently advanced the BAMA mission throughout the year • Display attributes in leadership, development or growth in the community or industry Annual Award Recipients2026Emerging Leader – Russell Hamard, United Scrap Metal Distinguished Service Award – Charles Dennis, Manpower Group Associate of the Year – Carissa Gudenkauf, MVP Results Manufacturer of the Year – Tri-Tronics Honorary Life Member – None Awarded 2025Emerging Leader – Roy Kirchner, Ultimate 3D Printing Store Distinguished Service Award – Pete Cirak, Seal Dynamics Associate of the Year – Suzanne Chambers, Roebuck Technologies Manufacturer of the Year
Honorary Life Member – Marilyn Barger, FLATE 2024Emerging Leader – Sabrina Lyon, Stitch Logo Distinguished Service Award – Kothand Rajangam, Katpro Technologies Associate of the Year – Kay McKenzie, Check Before Hire Manufacturer of the Year – Adams Corp. Honorary Life Member – None Awarded Honorable Mentions
2023Emerging Leader – Andrew Kossowski, Veterans Metal Distinguished Service Award – Suzanne Chambers, Roebuck Technologies Associate of the Year – Krista Garner, PDR and Associates Manufacturer of the Year – Global ETS ESGR Seven Seals Award – Troy Underwood, Tampa Steel & Supply 2022Emerging Leader – Cristine Torrefranca, Saltmarsh, Cleveland & Gund Distinguished Service Award – Jeff Perkins, Seal Dynamics Associate of the Year – Diane McKelvey, American Momentum Bank Manufacturer of the Year – RJ Manufacturing Honorary Life Member – Chuck Warrington, Clearwater Gas ESGR Seven Seals Award – Seal Dynamics 2021Emerging Leader – Skylar McKay, iVenture Solutions Distinguished Service Award – Roy Sweatman, Southern Manufacturing Technologies Associate of the Year – Suzanne Chambers, Roebuck Technologies Manufacturer of the Year – Mastercut Tool Honorary Life Member – Dru Wilson, USI Insurance Honorable Mentions
2020Emerging Leader – Jeff Cole, Electro-Mechanical Solutions Distinguished Service Award – Bob Kinney, Accelerate Results Group Associate of the Year – Hildie Haviland, BKS Partners Manufacturer of the Year – EMI Industries, LLC Honorable Mentions
2019Emerging Leader – None Awarded Distinguished Service Award – Jerry Sherman, Coast Systems Associate of the Year – John Kontos, JMI Manufacturer of the Year – Trademark Metal Recycling Honorable Mentions
2018Emerging Leader – Pete Cirak, Seal Dynamics Distinguished Service Award – Jim Long, Sypris Associate of the Year – Tony O'Neal, CH Robinson Manufacturer of the Year – Seal Dynamics 2017Emerging Leader – Julie O'Brien Distinguished Service Award – Christina Davenport Associate of the Year – Tony O'Neal Manufacturer of the Year – Sypris Electronics Honorary Life Member – Rob Wallace 2016Emerging Leader – Jim Long Distinguished Service Award – Dru Wilson Associate of the Year – Beth Ross Manufacturer of the Year – Monin Honorary Life Member – Ed Venner 2015Emerging Leader – Mike Brewster Distinguished Service Award – Dave Stailey Associate of the Year – Dennis Stotts Manufacturer of the Year – Lockheed Martin Honorary Life Member – Steve Meitzen 2014Emerging Leader – Andrea Pagliuca Distinguished Service Award – Rick Concotelli Associate of the Year – Janell Weaver Manufacturer of the Year – Jabil Circuit Honorary Life Member – Grant Peterson |