Great Lakes AMPP Business Meeting May 21st

May 21, 2026 Meeting:

Location: Niles Industrial Coatings

Address: 4233 Silver Lake Road Linden, MI 48451

Topic: Surface Preparation Equipment/Technology Changing the Industry
          Presenting: Ben Fording is Regional Sales Manager at BlastOne, bringing 14+ years of experience in corrosion control and surface preparation solutions. He partners with industry leaders to advance innovation, safety, and quality across hundreds of jobsites each year. Today, he shares insights on emerging technologies shaping the future of the industry.

Topic: New Coating Technologies Built for the Future

          Presenting: David Brown is currently a Project Development Manager with Sherwin-Williams, covering Ohio and Michigan. He graduated from Bowling Green State University with a Business Pre-Law degree. David has been with Sherwin-Williams for 27 years, holding roles including Manager Trainee, Store Manager, Industrial Store Manager, Industrial Multi-Segment Coatings Consultant, and Asset Protection Manager within the Water Infrastructure Market. He is AMPP CIP and CCI Level II certified.

Topic: Seeing Coatings Differently: Lifecycle Thinking in a Traditionally Reactive World

          Presenting: Curtis TerBurgh is a seasoned leader with 25+ years in Facilities Management, Asset Lifecycle, and Industrial Services. He has held progressive leadership roles with deep expertise in asset performance, maintenance strategy, and operational efficiency. His technical background spans facility systems, coatings, and mechanical infrastructure, aligned with client priorities and cost control. Curtis is committed to data-driven solutions that extend asset life while upholding safety, sustainability, and performance standards.

Date/Time:     May 21, 2026, 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM

9:30 AM:       BlastOne, Ben Fording

10:30 AM:     Sherwin Williams, Dave Brown

11:30 AM:     Lunch

12:30 PM:     Niles Industrial Coatings

1:30 PM:     Round Table Discussion