Vectorply CEO elected to ACMA Board of Directors

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Phenix City, AL – Vectorply Corporation CEO & President Trevor Humphrey was recently tabbed to serve on the American Composites Manufacturer Association’s (ACMA) Board of Directors. As an ACMA Board member, Humphrey will join a team who supervise and direct the affairs of the association as well as determine its policies.

The ACMA is the world’s largest composites industry trade group, and their purpose is to help composites manufacturers prosper by supporting the industry in delivering composite technologies that make structures more durable, transportation more efficient, consumer & industrial goods higher performing while minimizing their environmental footprint and supporting the workforce that delivers them. Through educational initiatives, events, market intelligence, and legislative involvement, the ACMA provides a wealth of resources to member companies to enable growth throughout the entire composites industry.

Humphrey has been with Vectorply for 26 years, beginning in sales and transitioning to leadership of all manufacturing operations in 2000. His wealth of knowledge in the composites industry as well as Vectorply’s operations led to his appointment as Chief Executive Officer in 2020. Humphrey has an engineering background with a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from Widener University, and he also holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Auburn University. Prior to joining Vectorply, Humphrey served as an officer in the United States Army where he also represented the country as a member of the Army World Class Athlete Program in wrestling.

ACMA Board member Trevor Humphrey presents ACMA Outstanding Volunteer Award to Dr. Dana Miloaga.

Throughout his career Humphrey has been an integral driver of Vectorply’s success in the composites industry. He helped develop many long-term customer partnerships and complex product solutions in a variety of markets that include aerospace, defense, industrial, and sports and recreation. In addition, he has also spent much of his career working closely with Vectorply’s raw material suppliers to ensure continued supply and provide valuable feedback regarding processability and material performance.

As a member of ACMA’s Board of Directors, Humphrey will have the opportunity to help increase recognition of composite materials as a sustainable replacement for traditional materials, an exciting challenge that he has already enjoyed being a part of.

“First, I was very honored to be considered for a position on ACMA’s Board of Directors,” he said. Although my tenure on the board is just beginning, I have already found great value in the discussions regarding the best interests of ACMA and their members. I enjoy working with such an experienced group of composite industry professionals who all have the common goal of driving industry growth and prosperity.”

ACMA Board Chairman Fred Sanford echoed Humphrey’s excitement.

“On behalf of ACMA’s Board of Directors, I’m happy to welcome Trevor and look forward to working with him to advance the ACMA’s mission and realize our vision of composites as the sustainable material of preference.” said Sanford.

Vectorply hosting on-site hiring event April 29 & April 30

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Phenix City, AL – Vectorply Corporation is hosting an on-site hiring event at the company’s Phenix City, AL headquarters on Friday, April 28 and Saturday, April 30, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Those seeking manufacturing positions at Vectorply will be able to apply in-person at the event, and some qualified applicants could receive on-the-spot job offers.

Vectorply is a world leading producer of composite reinforcement fabrics made of carbon, fiberglass, and Kevlar for a wide range of applications. Vectorply reinforcements are used by customers to produce everything from sports car components and luxury fishing yachts to rockets and bridges across the Unites States and abroad. Vectorply is a crucial supplier to a multitude of end-use producers, and the production team is critical for producing high quality reinforcement fabrics.

Interested applicants will have the opportunity to learn more about Vectorply and the exciting composites industry. The starting pay for entry-level production positions is $13.91 per hour, and Vectorply offers an excellent benefits packing including: matching 401(K) retirement, paid vacation, majority-paid medical coverage, majority-paid dental coverage, and company-paid employee and dependent life insurance. Open positions are on second and third shifts and are eight-hour shifts with overtime opportunities offered.

As Vectorply’s business continues to grow and expand, there are also opportunities for advancement within the company. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to join Vectorply!

Vectorply wins second consecutive IBBI Supplier of the Year Award

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Orlando, FL – On Tuesday, March 4th Vectorply Corporation was presented the Independent Boat Builders Inc. (IBBI) overall Supplier of the Year Award at the organization’s annual conference in Orlando, FL. The selection, made by the group’s member-owners, represents the second consecutive Supplier of the Year Award for Vectorply following two uniquely challenging years for manufacturers across the globe.

The Supplier of the Year Award is presented each year to the supplier who obtains the highest cumulative score on a survey completed by the group’s owners. Survey categories include product quality, continuity of supply, and technical service. The IBBI consists of 17 owners across 23 locations, and cumulatively, the group produces nearly 25 percent of all boats sold in the United States.

Vectorply’s Supplier of the Year awards from 2021 and 2022 on display at the company’s corporate headquarters in Phenix City, AL.

IBBI President Tom Broy, who presented the award at the annual awards dinner, said that Vectorply’s product and technical support offerings give his group an edge in the competitive boat building industry.

“IBBI and our member-owners value the partnership we have formed with Vectorply,” he said. “The capabilities Vectorply offers our builders are unique in this industry and help provide IBBI members with a competitive advantage in the marketplace.”

In a year defined by global supply chain interruptions and never-before-seen logistical challenges, Vectorply Vice President of Sales Tamir Levy said that each Vectorply employee played a crucial role in keeping the company’s customer base supplied.

“I am extremely proud of our entire team at Vectorply. Last year was a challenging year, and this award is only possibly because of the hard work of every team member within our company,” he said. “To be selected as Supplier of the Year for the second year in a row and trusted by the IBBI members is such an honor for Vectorply. We are extremely grateful for their partnership and thankful for this award.”

Vectorply hires Toby Jacobson as Advanced Composites Business Development Manager

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Phenix City, AL – Vectorply Corporation recently announced the hire of automotive industry expert Toby Jacobson as the company’s Advanced Composite Business Development Manager. In his new position, Jacobson will focus on carbon and other advanced material business development across a multitude of markets including automotive, aerospace, industrial, and others.

Jacobson is a long-time proponent of Vectorply who played an integral role in the development of the automotive industry’s first curved, pultruded composite component; the rear bumper beam of the revolutionary mid-engine Chevrolet C8 Corvette produced with Vectorply carbon fiber by his previous employer Shape Corp. (Grand Haven, MI). The first-of-its-kind bumper beam spent more than five years in research and development and made headlines across the composites and automotive industries for its breakthrough utilizing the curved pultrusion process.

Jacobson’s career began with Johnson Controls in 1996 where he held multiple engineering and leadership positions during his 10-year tenure. He provided technical leadership for a team of more than 50 employees and his project management for injection molding operation consolidation led to a Global Merit Award.

In 2007 he made the move to Shape Corp., a tier-one automotive supplier who supports several automobile producers with key components and structures. As an R&D product manager and product engineering manager with Shape, Jacobson lead teams of product engineers, tooling engineers, process engineers, and product designers. His passion for innovation and a relentless approach to technical innovations led to his selection as Shape’s first ever “Innovator of the Year” recipient in 2017. Jacobson has built a strong foundation in thermoplastic and thermoset materials with a deep knowledge of mechanical performance and testing, recycled materials, laminate design, and characterization of materials for CAE/FEA.

Vectorply CEO and President Trevor Humphrey is excited about the addition of Jacobson and his deep knowledge of composite materials.

“Toby has been a friend to Vectorply for many years and we have seen first-hand his extensive knowledge of composite materials, specifically in the automotive industry,” Humphrey said. “We are excited that he is joining our team of technical solution providers who are focused on helping our customers achieve their goals.”