Mark Ames, AAiP

The Forging Industry Association (FIA) is pleased to announce Mark Ames, AAiP, as its new President & Chief Executive Officer. Since 1913, FIA has been the trade association representing the North American forging industry, covering all processes: impression die, open die, rolled ring, custom, catalogue, and captive producers across ferrous and non-ferrous sectors. FIA members produce 75% of the value of custom forgings in the US, Canada, and Mexico. Supplier members provide equipment, materials, or services to the industry.

Ames will lead the association in advancing the interests of the North American forging industry, working closely with FIA’s Board of Directors, committees, and member companies to promote innovation, advocacy, and workforce development across the sector.

“We are thrilled to welcome Mark to the FIA,” said Jeff Jones, FIA Board Chair and President of Forge Resources Group. “His proven leadership in government relations, workforce development, and organizational strategy makes him an ideal fit to guide the association through its next chapter of growth and impact.”