Kelly Schindler Joins NAM Board of Directors

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Slice of Manufacturing Team
October 10, 2024

Key Highlights:

  • Kelly Schindler joins the NAM Board of Directors, representing Grant Thornton.

  • Schindler will contribute to NAM’s leadership in policy advocacy, workforce solutions, and operational excellence.

  • Focus on advancing a manufacturing competitiveness agenda to drive growth and prosperity.

  • NAM represents small and large manufacturers across all sectors, employing nearly 13 million Americans.

Notable Quotes:

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"I am honored to be named to the NAM Board and to help ensure the manufacturing industry continues to grow and succeed."

Kelly Schindler, National Managing Principal of Manufacturing at Grant Thornton Advisors LLC
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"Kelly is committed to the success of our industry, and the NAM will be stronger thanks to her service on our Board of Directors. The stakes are high for manufacturers in America. We are committed to working with policymakers... to advance the values that have made America exceptional."

Jay Timmons, President and CEO at NAM

Our Take:

Kelly Schindler’s appointment to the NAM Board of Directors comes at a pivotal time for the manufacturing industry, as it navigates challenges such as workforce development, regulatory changes, and global competitiveness. Schindler’s expertise, combined with her leadership role at Grant Thornton, is poised to strengthen NAM’s policy advocacy and strategic initiatives. With her on the board, the NAM is well-positioned to continue championing the needs of manufacturers, ensuring the industry remains a cornerstone of the U.S. economy. Her role signifies a commitment to fostering growth and opportunity for manufacturers of all sizes across the country.