Leadership

The TDMAW Forward Foundation is grateful for its volunteer Board of Directors who thoughtfully guide this charitable organization.

Pete Kamboris | President

Pete Kambouris has a diverse and extensive professional background spanning over several decades. Currently serving as the President of Wisconsin Engraving Company/UNITEX since December 2021. Prior to his current role, Pete worked as the Vice President. Pete has played a crucial role in the company's operations and contributed significantly to its growth. His wealth of experience and expertise in sales management and his active involvement in global projects make him an invaluable asset to Wisconsin Engraving, where he continues to contribute to the company's success and overall operations.

Mike Mallwitz | Vice President

Mike Mallwitz is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. After graduation, Mike served 38 years in leadership positions with Busch Precision, Inc…. concluding his career as President and CEO. During the last ten years of this journey, Mike volunteered (6) years on the Tool, Die & Machining Association of Wisconsin’s Board of Directors (including two terms as President) and four years as Vice President of the Granville BID Board on Milwaukee’s Northwest Side.

For the past four years, Mike has served as an Executive Chair for small business owners with Vistage Worldwide. These non-competing businesses have annual revenues between $2 and $25 million.

Mike lives in Brookfield, Wisconsin with his wife, Karen. They are blessed with two daughters, two sons-in-law, and a beautiful granddaughter.

Mike volunteers his time as a Co-Facilitator at 40Plus of SE-Wisconsin job seeker meetings, a Pastoral Relations committee member at Brookfield Congregational-UCC Church, a Defining Leaders Board Advisor, a Common Ground Jobs Team member, a Germantown Chamber Board Member, a Good Friend (Autism Education) Board Volunteer, and a Wisconsin Association of Supply Chain Management Membership Chair Board Member.

John Schmitz | Treasurer

John is a business banking professional with over 30 years of financial experience specializing in commercial and industrial (C&I) lending, commercial real estate lending and business development. Currently, John is Vice President – Commercial Banking Officer with Waukesha State Bank, a 14-branch independent community bank. Waukesha State Bank's mission is to "Serve the Community." This is accomplished through a unique approach that includes a combination of speed, flexibility, market focus, consistency, and lender expertise supported by a platform of local decision-making, local loan servicing and friendly service. 

Mary Wehrheim | Secretary

Mary's grandfather founded Staneck tool, in Milwaukee, in 1924. She was a third generation leader at Staneck before retiring. Mary has a long time passion for Wisconsin manufacturing. She has served on Advisory Boards at Wisconsin technical colleges and has been a supporter of Wisconsin Apprenticeship, generously sharing her time and expertise to grow and strengthen Wisconsin manufacturing.

Robin Brandt | Board Member

Robin Brandt, Marketing Director at Chortek, joins the FF Board with a wealth of marketing expertise and a deep connection to the industry. Growing up with her father owning a local tool and manufacturing company, Robin brings a unique perspective and valuable insight to her role.