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Attracting new talent to the
material handling industry—
and nurturing that talent—has
long been a focus of Mike
Romano’s efforts, both in his
own company and in his work
with industry organizations.
EARLIER THIS YEAR, MHI HONORED MIKE ROMANO, PRESIDENT
and CEO of material handling solution specialist Associated, with its first
Young Professional Network Mentor Award. The award is given to an
MHI member who promotes and encourages professional development
in the industry.
MHI, a trade association for the material handling, logistics, and supply
chain industry, said at the time it had established the award to recognize
a member “who offers professional guidance, instills and nurtures talent,
advocates for employees and their professional development, possesses a
commitment to the company and its people, and serves as a positive and
inspiring role model.”
Judging by his record of service to the industry, Romano, a 35-year
veteran of the material handling business, certainly fills that bill. He has
BY PETER BRADLEY, EDITORIAL DIRECTOR
THE DC VELOCITY Q&A
Mentoring the next generation
INTERVIEW WITH MIKE ROMANO
