Meet UMA

Utah Manufacturers Association supports “What Makes Utah” through connections, advocacy and trainings.

Overview

The Utah Manufacturers Association (UMA) is where industry leaders come together to solve the relevant issues facing the local industry. We advocate for our partners because WHAT UTAH MAKES, MAKES UTAH.

UMA has been the leading alliance for the manufacturing community in Utah since 1905. We represent over 1200 manufacturing and service providers, big and small, across the State of Utah. We offer a wide array of services and trainings aimed at enhancing the competitiveness, safety, and efficiency of Utah’s manufacturers.

Equipping small and large-sized manufacturers with the tools and knowledge needed to thrive, we not only help them grow but also contribute to the overall economic vitality. We help attract new businesses to the state and encourage existing ones to expand. This growth generates job opportunities, stimulates local economies, and strengthens Utah’s position as a leader in the national manufacturing landscape.

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UMA Team

As an association, we strive to support Utah manufacturers by facilitating industry connections and providing valuable resources to strengthen your business. Get to know the team that stands with you.

Todd R. Bingham

President/CEO

Megan Ware

VP of Member Affairs

Robin Patfield

Director of Operations

Josh Brown

COO

Joshua Davis

Director of Workplace Safety

Martin Moore

Director of Training and Outreach

Jenn Sparks

Marketing Manager

Dr. Tulinda Larsen

Senior Advisor

UMA Board of Directors

Karen Griffin

UMA Chair
VP Programs & Compliance
JAS. D. EASTON, Inc.

Matt Wardle

Immidiate Past Chair
CEO/Owner
JD Machine

Erin Barry

UMA 1st Vice Chair
VP Business Development
Merit Medical

Gregg Robison

UMA 2nd Vice Chair
CEO
RAM Aviation, Space, & Defense

Evan Hill

Secretary/Treasurer
Senior Business Partner
Rio Tinto

Todd Bingham

UMA President/CEO
Utah Manufacturers Association

Adam Zewe

Director
Vice President & General Manager
Nucor Steel

Alex Dobsky

Director
VP of Operations
Mity Inc.

Allison Barrett

Director
VP of Government Affairs
Swire Coca-Cola, USA

Ally Isom

Director
VP Public Affairs
Clyde Companies

Bill Johnson

Director
EHS /Compliance Manager
Barnes Bullets

Brad Shafer

Director
Government Affairs
Marathon Petroleum Company

Brandon Risner

Director
VP of Operations
Compass Minerals

Brett Barton

Director
Senior Director Human Resources
Fresenius Medical Care

Brett Burningham

Director
Plant Manager
Hydro Extrusions

Cyndi Bajema

Director
Plant Manager
Parker Aerospace

Darren Degraw

Director
Vice President
Cleasby Manufacturing

Erik Willis

Director
Lehi Ramp Manager
Texas Instruments

Ginger Chinn

Director
Public Policy and Government Affairs
Northrop Grumman

Jason Glade

Director
President
Taffy Town

Jenniffer Clark

Director
General Counsel
Dominion Energy

Johnny Ferry

Director
VP Business Development
Honeyville, Inc.

 

Kari Kovar

Director
CEO
Cottonwood Cabinets

Kristina Brown

Director
Corporate Affairs Manager
Chevron

Lauren Frisch

Director
VP of Administration
Wasatch Container

Leann Bice

Director
Director of Manufacturing
SMITH Optics

Mark Walker

Director
Vice President of Marketing & Media
EnergySolutions

Michael Gleason

Director
Marketing Manager
Hexcel Corporation

Mike Robinson

Director
VP Global Manufacturing
doTerra

Shelby Willoughby

Director
Facilities Manager
Kimberly Clark

Steve Young

Director
Partner
Holland & Hart

Thom Carter

Director
Governmental Affairs
Rocky Mountain Power

Todd Groll

Director
Director
Orbit Irrigation

This class had all the elements I expected a class of this nature to have. It was a perfect mix of instruction and worksheets.
This class had all the elements I expected a class of this nature to have. It was a perfect mix of instruction and worksheets.
The skills I have learned in these classes are something I can use at home to make things easier.
United Radio
The skills I have learned in these classes are something I can use at home to make things easier.
United Radio
We have had such a great deal of success due to the Frontline Leader program. Our employees come back so much more engaged and with new ideas. It is a night and day difference.
Taffy Town
We have had such a great deal of success due to the Frontline Leader program. Our employees come back so much more engaged and with new ideas. It is a night and day difference.
Taffy Town
Using the rear view mirror shows the great values of membership in the UMA. For us, it has been ‘A Must’ investment. Looking forward, it will become even more important. We need to keep the safety and information programs encouraged...
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Using the rear view mirror shows the great values of membership in the UMA. For us, it has been ‘A Must’ investment. Looking forward, it will become even more important. We need to keep the safety and information programs encouraged. The networking that is done is absolutely necessary. There is so much to do as we move along in the future.
The Utah Manufacturers Association has been a partner for more than a century. Their skill and expertise in the manufacturing and legislative arenas have been valuable for our organization. We appreciate their data-focused approach to help manufacturers thrive in Utah while contributing to...
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Rio Tinto
The Utah Manufacturers Association has been a partner for more than a century. Their skill and expertise in the manufacturing and legislative arenas have been valuable for our organization. We appreciate their data-focused approach to help manufacturers thrive in Utah while contributing to the state’s broader economic, environmental and societal goals.
Rio Tinto
Beehive Insurance Agency, Inc. has been a sponsoring member of the Utah Manufacturers Association for many years. We have found the UMA to be an outstanding business partner in developing relationships and new business opportunities. We deliver best-in-class insurance services for...
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Beehive Insurance
Beehive Insurance Agency, Inc. has been a sponsoring member of the Utah Manufacturers Association for many years. We have found the UMA to be an outstanding business partner in developing relationships and new business opportunities. We deliver best-in-class insurance services for manufacturers, and the UMA provides support, resources, and opportunities to member businesses. Combine these benefits with the Workers Compensation discounts our clients receive for being a UMA member and eligibility for UMA’s sponsored health plan, and it becomes a Win-Win connection for our clients. We are grateful for our UMA partnership and plan to continue this alliance for many years to come.
Beehive Insurance
Swire Coca-Cola, USA is a large company that makes, sells, and distributes beverages (Including Coca-Cola) in 23 States: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. Its headquarters are located in Draper, Utah, and it employs more than 6,700 ...
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Swire Coca-Cola USA
Swire Coca-Cola, USA is a large company that makes, sells, and distributes beverages (Including Coca-Cola) in 23 States: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. Its headquarters are located in Draper, Utah, and it employs more than 6,700 associates there who are responsible for distributing more than 300 separate brands and flavors. Our mission is simple but ambitious: to be the best, whether that is as an employer, a business partner, or a corporate citizen. We are proud of our partnership with the Utah Manufacturers Association.
Swire Coca-Cola USA
As a major energy provider in Utah, the Manufacturers of the state are among our largest customers. Their success is vital to the economic prosperity of Utah. The UMA provides its members with many benefits, whether it be navigating legislation, sharing best practices or providing ...
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Dominion Energy
As a major energy provider in Utah, the Manufacturers of the state are among our largest customers. Their success is vital to the economic prosperity of Utah. The UMA provides its members with many benefits, whether it be navigating legislation, sharing best practices or providing resources to find a qualified workforce.
Dominion Energy
Membership in the Utah Manufacturers Association is important to Marathon Petroleum because it helps us to understand the manufacturing needs of Utah and to know how we can best support continued economic growth. We work together on proactive policy and work to solve many of ...
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Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Membership in the Utah Manufacturers Association is important to Marathon Petroleum because it helps us to understand the manufacturing needs of Utah and to know how we can best support continued economic growth. We work together on proactive policy and work to solve many of the challenges that the industry and the general population face. The UMA also provides us with a mechanism to give back to the community in which we operate. We value our partnership with the UMA and believe we are working together towards a stronger Utah.
Marathon Petroleum Corporation
The Utah Manufacturers Association has been a partner for more than a century. Their skill and expertise in the manufacturing and legislative arenas have been valuable for our organization. We appreciate their data-focused approach to help manufacturers thrive in Utah while contributing to...
Read More
Rio Tinto
The Utah Manufacturers Association has been a partner for more than a century. Their skill and expertise in the manufacturing and legislative arenas have been valuable for our organization. We appreciate their data-focused approach to help manufacturers thrive in Utah while contributing to the state’s broader economic, environmental and societal goals.
Rio Tinto

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