Chapter Resources
Board of Directors
Strategic leadership, governance and direction for the Association.
The KC NTMA Board of Directors provides strategic leadership, governance, and direction for the Association. As a high-level leadership group, the Board establishes policies, sets long-range priorities, and helps ensure KC NTMA remains focused on its mission and the needs of its members.
The Board is composed of 9 to 11 members representing both manufacturing and associate membership, including the Association’s officers, immediate Past-President, and members selected based on their experience, expertise, and ability to help advance KC NTMA’s vision. Officer titles are being confirmed and will be added here.
2026 Board

Brandon Herring
Zephyr Products

Ryan Borgerding
JARBO Employment Group

Zach Davis
Brown Industries

Fred Stipkovits
Ultra-Tech Aerospace

Ian Reel
Kaw Valley Precision

Taja Kocourek
Clay & Bailey Manufacturing

Brandon Worrell
KCSP Machine

Andrea Wosel
C&R Manufacturing
Chapter Staff

Katherine O'Toole
Executive Director
What the Board does
- Establish the Association's strategic direction and long-range goals
- Develop policies that guide the organization and support its mission
- Monitor progress toward strategic priorities
- Provide guidance and oversight to the Executive Director
- Contribute industry expertise and perspective
- Serve as ambassadors and advocates for KC NTMA throughout the community
- Participate in strategic planning and organizational evaluation
- Help ensure the Association continues to provide meaningful value to its members
