MRA Announces 2025–2026 Board of Directors as It Enters 125th Year of Service
MRA – The Management Association is proud to announce its 2025–2026 Board of Directors, a distinguished group of leaders who will help guide the organization as it begins its 125th year in business.
Since its founding, MRA has delivered exceptional services to meet the evolving needs of businesses of all sizes, and in all industries. As the largest employer association in the nation, MRA continues to support its members with comprehensive HR solutions, talent management, learning and development, and total rewards planning. MRA’s mission is to help business thrive, as it successfully meets the challenges of a rapidly changing environment.
"We are delighted to welcome this exceptional group of leaders to our Board of Directors," said Susan Fronk, MRA President and CEO. "Their diverse expertise and strategic insight will be instrumental in assuring that we continue to dynamically serve our members and help them grow."
2025–2026 Executive Committee
| Dirk Maroske, Chair HBK Hottinger Brüel Kjӕr | Janet Schulz, Vice Chair MyPath Companies |
| Brian Olesen, Treasurer Centro, Inc. | Jessica Manivasager, Ex-Officio Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. |
| Fred Anderson Wenthe-Davidson Engineering | Michael Carr Naviant, Inc. |
| Dave Rolston Hatco Corporation | Christine Specht-Palmert Cousins Submarines, Inc. |
Full Board of Directors
| Jim Banovich Marsh Electronics | Andrea Burns Independent Packing Services, Inc. | Jeff Crawford Forest County Potawatomi Community |
| James Larson Twin City Fan & Blower | Marsha Mather Laacke & Joys Company | Larry Moon The Sandstone Group |
| Bob Shaw Ohio Semitronics | Cheryl Sment Interstate Sealant & Concrete, Inc. | Eric Snow Ikonix USA |
| Sarah Waite Second Harvest Heartland | Jeff Walton Cincinnati Zoo |
MRA remains deeply committed to the success of its members. Guided by the leadership of the 2025–2026 Board of Directors, MRA will continue to deliver the trusted HR expertise, resources, and support that help organizations thrive. This milestone year marks not only a celebration of MRA’s legacy, but also a renewed dedication to empowering the businesses and professionals that are the foundation of its community.