The WAI leadership team 2022 includes key industry executives who will guide the Wire Association International (WAI) and support its growing membership and event strategy.
WAI Leadership Team 2022 Officers
The WAI leadership team 2022 features:
- President: James R. York, Insteel Industries (https://www.insteel.com)
- 1st Vice President: Daniel Blais, Prysmian Group (https://www.prysmiangroup.com)
- 2nd Vice President: Kurt Breischaft, SDI LaFarga COPPERWORKS (https://www.sdi.com)
- Executive Director/Secretary: Steve Fetteroll, WAI (https://www.wirenet.org)
- Treasurer: Sheila Kuever, WAI (https://www.wirenet.org)
These leaders will help shape WAI programs, events, and services for more than 2,000 members.
Leadership Experience and Industry Background
James R. York, Senior Vice President at Insteel Industries, brings extensive experience in sourcing, logistics, and business development. He previously held leadership roles at Leggett & Platt (https://www.leggett.com) and Bekaert (https://www.bekaert.com).
Daniel Blais oversees North American manufacturing utilities for Prysmian and manages multiple production facilities. He has built a long career in operations leadership.
Kurt Breischaft, President of SDI LaFarga COPPERWORKS, contributes over 30 years of industry experience. He has held leadership roles at Cerrowire, Belden (https://www.belden.com), and Superior Essex (https://www.superioressex.com).
