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APRIL / MAY 2025 ISSUE NO. 44
CONTRIBUTORS
Jennifer Ferrero writes for Northwest Aerospace News Magazine and other aerospace and manufacturing trade publications. She operates Ferrero Agency( www. ferreroagency. com), a content marketing company, and conducts work for aerospace, manufacturing, space, and AI companies. She is also the host of“ Northwest Aerospace News Live,” a 15-minute interview-style webcast. Please look for the playlist on YouTube under Top Drawer Media.
Mark Norton is the executive director of the Northwest I-90 Manufacturing Alliance, he leads a collaborative network of over 70 manufacturing companies, educational institutions, and government agencies that work together to strengthen the manufacturing ecosystem in the region. He leverages his accreditation as a small / medium business consultant and his extensive industry connections to provide valuable resources, insights, and opportunities for the alliance members and stakeholders. His mission is to support the growth and sustainability of the manufacturing sector, and to create a positive impact on the local economy and community.
Joanna Boatwright is the new aerospace international trade specialist with the Small Business Export Assistance Team for the Washington State Department of Commerce. Joanna joins the team with over 10 years of experience working in the aerospace industry, cultivating extensive connections and nurturing strong relationships within the aerospace supply chain community. With expertise in business development, project management, planning, and marketing Joanna will be focusing on supporting small and medium-sized Washington aerospace businesses on entering or expanding into foreign markets.
Nikki Malcom has a tremendous passion for the aerospace and defense industry. She enjoys looking up into the sky and seeing the incredible machines that this industry produces; it gives her immense pride.
She has spent the entire 21 years of her professional aerospace career in dynamic sales roles— supporting organizations with materials, testing and manufacturing. She established NFM Enterprises, born out of passion for connecting others within the industry. NFM connects buyers with fast, quality manufacturing services and offers effective sales coaching and strategy.
Dean Cameron is CEO of Top Drawer Media, publishers of Northwest Aerospace News. He has been an aerospace marketing professional for the past 35 years with experience in engineering and design, as well as numerous manufacturing disciplines.
Denise Ryser is the executive director for the Pacific Northwest Defense Collation( PNDC)— denise @ pndc. us.
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