FISA Board of Directors

Meet the FISA Board of Directors and find out why top management of the leading distributor and manufacturing firms serving sanitary processing industries are committed to FISA.

Barry Dobbins - President

Principal Co-owner
Dobbins Company

Barry said, “I am grateful to be part of an organization such as FISA. FISA provides a platform for the Distributors and Manufacturers in our industry to meet each year to discuss our ever-changing world of business. Dobbins Company has a long history with FISA, and I am honored to follow in my father, Felix’s, and brother, Rodney’s tradition as an officer of FISA.

Joe Reynolds - Vice President

President,
Central States Industrial (CSI)

Joe commented “CSI has a long history with FISA. Distributors within the hygienic process industry are facing significant changes in the next several years. FISA strengthens relationships among peer companies and provides exceptional educational conferences that challenge each of us to better serve our customers. It’s an honor to continue CSI’s influence in positioning FISA to lead members through the industry changes ahead”.

Eric Perkins - Past President

Vice President & General Manager Statco-DSI,
a ProMach Product Brand

Eric commented, “FISA is an incredible organization and the Fall meeting is a great opportunity for both Distributors and Manufacturers to come together as one. The guest speakers, education programs and networking are extremely valuable as a company leader. It is a great privilege to be able to serve on the Board of Directors, and I am dedicated to help FISA grow as our industry challenges evolve.”

Dan Eldon

President,
Oliver M. Dean, Inc.

Dan said, “I am thrilled and honored to join the FISA Board of Directors with the intent of collaborating deeper with my industry peers. FISA is an incredible organization that promotes fantastic networking opportunities between Manufacturers and Distributors, enabling innovation across numerous industries that contribute to the ongoing manufacturing needs of the world. I am proud to be a FISA Board Member and promote the recruitment and development of our next generation of leaders in the industry.”

John Georgen

Vice President Sales & Marketing
VNE Corporation

“Being involved with FISA brings the opportunity to do ‘more.’ Meet more people in our industry and establish more personal relationships with FISA members. Explore more regions of the United States and experience more social activities. Influence others to be more successful in business. For those of us who have many years of experience or if you are just getting started in the sanitary industries, it is a privilege to share your experiences and knowledge to keep our industry moving forward. For these reasons and more, I am excited to be on the FISA board.”

Ali Legatt

Director of Sales
DCI family of companies

“DCI has been deeply rooted in the FISA organization. I have personally found the FISA organization to be a great way to network and keep up with different changes within the industries that we serve. I am very excited and honored to be on the Board of Directors to collaborate with many key people within our trades, and I am proud to continue DCI’s lineage within the FISA organization.”

Brock Beach

President & CSO
Rodem, Inc.

Brock comments, "Rodem is committed to the success of our partners and customers, and FISA's mission aligns closely with our values. By serving on the FISA board, I can play a role in fostering the distributor-manufacturer relationships that are critical to both our business and industry. I am eager to invest my time and energy into initiatives that strengthen these partnerships and ensure we continue to deliver value beyond just equipment, focusing on service, expertise, and innovation."

Deb Tracy

President and Founder
Lighthouse Process Corp.

Deb says “FISA is a great organization that provides an incredible opportunity for its members to network with both distributors and manufacturers. I am honored to be a member of the board and look forward to bringing my perspective and career experience to the FISA organization.”

Shawn Breeden

Sales Leader- Food & Beverage Solutions NA
Pentair

Shawn said “I cannot be more excited and honored to join the Board of Directors for FISA. I have been coming to FISA for more than 10 years and always enjoy connecting with new members and reconnecting with old friends and colleagues. FISA is an amazing, and unique organization to be a part of as a manufacturer since it allows distributors and manufacturers who sell through distribution to meet and continue to improve the hygienic processing industry together!”

Devon Vogel

Vice President of Customer Solutions
Nelson-Jameson, Inc.

Devon said, “I am honored to join the FISA Board of Directors, where I look forward to collaborating closely with industry peers and proudly representing Nelson-Jameson. Nelson-Jameson has a long standing and valued partnership with FISA. This rich history of strengthening connections, elevating education and creating manufacturer and distributor relationships is what allows us to evolve and improve our service to customers. As we navigate the changing market and digital procurement practices, I am proud to help position FISA as a leader in fostering innovation and supporting the next generation of industry leaders.”