PMPA Speaking of Precision Podcast:

Talking Business Part 6 with Special Guest John Detterbeck

Carli Kistler-Miller, Emily Riley, and David Wynn are joined by John Detterbeck for part 6 of this special limited series where John shares lessons learned in his life in the precision machining industry.

 

Published August 4, 2025

 

 

PMPA Speaking of Precision Podcast:

Change Leadership versus Change Management: Why You Need Both

Carli Kistler-Miller, Emily Riley & David Wynn discuss why change is necessary for continuous improvement and how knowing the distinction between change leadership and management can be the difference between success or failure.

 

 

Published July 21, 2025

 

 

 

OCTOBER 9-12, 2025
HYATT REGENCY HILL COUNTRY RESORT & SPA
SAN ANTONIO, TX

 

Dear PMPA Members,

On behalf of the Precision Machined Products Association, it is my pleasure to invite you to the 2025 PMPA Annual Meeting, to be held October 9-12 at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort in San Antonio, Texas.

This year’s Annual Meeting promises to be a celebration of the relationships, values, and innovations that make our association strong. It’s an opportunity to reconnect with long-time friends, forge new partnerships, and gain valuable insights to lead our businesses with confidence and clarity.

With the Hill Country of San Antonio offering a rich cultural backdrop, your Board of Directors and PMPA Staff have crafted a strong program with impactful speakers to discuss leadership and growth strategies, contract negotiating, AI, and of course the most recent updates from Washington DC. Add to this the daily networking opportunities, and you have a meeting worth taking the time to attend. The PMPA Educational Foundation will also be hosting a Golf Outing fundraiser on Saturday afternoon at the Golf Club of Texas. Whether you plan to attend for the strategic discussions, speaker presentations, or simply to network with your industry peers, I’m confident you’ll find value in every moment.

I encourage each of you to take full advantage of attending business sessions, engaging with your fellow members, and enjoying the hospitality and charm that this world-class resort has to offer. This is your time—to connect, to learn, and to lead.

Thank you for your continued commitment to the PMPA, and I look forward to seeing everyone in San Antonio!

Warm regards,

Brian J. Adams

Brian J. Adams

Chairman of the Board, R. F. Mau Co.
President, PMPA

Annual Meeting Website

PMPA Speaking of Precision Podcast:

Generating Value with Generational Values

Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller & David Wynn take an overarching view of Miles Free’s time in the industry, what he’s learned and discuss the long-lasting impact he’s had on the PMPA and its members.

 

 

Published July 14, 2025

 

 

PMPA Speaking of Precision Podcast:

Interview with PMPA’s New Executive Director Emily Riley

Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller & David Wynn put PMPA’s new Executive Director Emily Riley in the interviewee chair to talk about her journey to becoming PMPA’s Executive Director, her takeaways from her first week on the job and moving PMPA forward..

 

 

Published June 30, 2025

 

 

PMPA Speaking of Precision Podcast:

Tariffs, HTS Codes and Your Company’s Scope

Tariffs have become the number one item of concern and conversation in our manufacturing industry. Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn discuss where shops can get the sensemaking they need to understand this new challenge to our business and team. Where do you go for sensemaking assistance?

 

Published June 16, 2025