SACRAMENTO, CA – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) announced the election of new officers within its Board of Directors, underscoring the organization’s commitment to strong leadership representing California’s diverse manufacturing community. 

Joe Ahn, Senior Manager and Director of Government Relations—Advanced Development Programs for Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, was elected Chair of the Board of Directors. Ahn will complete the remainder of Margo Parks’ term following her transition to Neurocrine Biosciences. 

Stephenie Shah, Senior Director of National State Government Affairs for E. & J. Gallo Winery, was elected Corporate Secretary. 

Adrian Guerrero, Assistant Vice President of Public Affairs West for Union Pacific Railroad, was elected Chair of the Finance Committee. 

“CMTA’s leadership continues to reflect the strength, innovation, and diversity of California manufacturing,” said Lance Hastings, CMTA President & CEO. “Joe, Stephenie, and Adrian each bring extensive experience and dedication to advancing policies that help manufacturers thrive and create opportunity across our state.” 

CMTA represents California’s $382 billion manufacturing economy and serves as the unified voice of more than 45,000 manufacturing firms statewide. 

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About CMTA
The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) has advocated for pro-growth laws and regulations before the California legislature and administrative agencies since 1918. The total output from manufacturing in California is $382 billion per year, roughly 10 percent of the total economic output of the state. Manufacturers employ 1.2 million Californians paying wages more than $25,000 higher than other non-farm employers in the state.