Lindsay Leonard
Administrative Coordinator
 

As Administrative Coordinator, Lindsay is responsible for meeting the needs of MITA members in many areas of the association. Her primary function is to help expand efficiencies in the MITA office by providing support services to staff and members. Lindsay helps MITA’s Director of Safety and Compliance to process MIOSHA Appeals, CPR & First Aid cards as well as processing requests for other jobsite needs. She also assists the Events Coordinator with the MITA website, events and related databases, in addition to answering the phones.

As Event Coordinator, Danielle’s main responsibility is to manage and organize each of MITA’s many social, leadership and educational events. She also manages the MITA calendar and the meeting space we provide to other associations. She assists the Director of Safety & Workforce Development with the MIOSHA appeals process and other safety-related services. Danielle manages and coordinates the MITA website and member database, as well. She is your primary contact for all meeting/event questions/reservations, as well as questions related to the database and website.

As Vice President of Membership Services, Rob oversees the many services that are offered to MITA members, including MIOSHA appeals, job site inspections, utility locating issues, educational opportunities, meetings and all social functions. Additionally, he participates in labor relations activities on behalf of the members.

With 14 years of experience in underground and vertical construction as a foreman, skilled laborer and jobsite coordinator, Greg Brooks is the epitome of what it means to be a Director of Safety & Compliance. As a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, with five years and two deployments under his belt, Greg’s construction safety training, strong work ethic and leadership skills are an asset for any job site inspection or safety related matter.

As Vice President of Engineering Services and a licensed professional engineer, Glenn brings over 30 years of transportation-related experience to MITA in the areas of construction, design, specifications, materials testing and research. Glenn serves as the industry’s lead liaison with MDOT, FHWA, USDOL, MDEQ and county and local agencies. Contact Glenn with any questions related to engineering, project administration, prevailing wage, competitive bidding or prompt pay.

As Vice President of Government Affairs, Lance manages political and legislative concerns on behalf of MITA. He is a registered lobbyist with the State of Michigan and spends a good portion of his time working tirelessly on issues that are important to the industry and the membership at the Capitol in Lansing. Due to Lance’s hard work and experience, MITA has a solid working relationship with every legislator in the House and Senate. Lance also oversees all MITA PAC expenditures.

As Vice President of Industry Relations, Rachelle provides professional expertise in many areas of the industry, including resolving construction issues related to publicly and privately funded projects; expanding workforce development; working with utility companies and contractors to minimize construction impacts and delays; various labor relations; and advocates on behalf of MITA members with other industry organizations.

As Director of Communications, Nancy produces the two major MITA print publications: CrosSection, our quarterly magazine, and the Annual Membership Directory. Nancy is a former journalist and public relations professional, and she is the main contact for stories and advertising in the MITA CrosSection Magazine, as well as the Annual Membership Directory. In addition, Nancy assists MITA’s Executive Vice President and Vice President of Government Affairs with MITA’s public/media relations. You can also call on Nancy with any questions you may have related to your own company’s public relations and marketing issues.

As Accounting Coordinator, Mary handles all financial compliance regarding accounts, dues, invoices, etc. Mary is the person to talk to regarding any questions pertaining to dues and billing.

As Membership Services Coordinator, Sara handles new member processing. She is the go-to person for things such as MISS DIG complaints, blue book rates, membership verification and a variety of other MITA services. She is responsible for assisting prospective members through the application process, as well as creating awareness of the different types of services available to the MITA membership. Sara also works closely with the Accounting Coordinator to ensure that dues invoicing and processing information matches the records kept in the member database. In addition, Sara coordinates all issues regarding labor relations with Mike Nystrom, MITA’s Executive Vice President.

Janis Strang
Executive Assistant
 

As part-time Executive Assistant to Mike Nystrom, MITA’s Executive Vice President, Janis is the person to reach out to if you wish to schedule a meeting with him or if you need to reach him immediately. She also handles the administrative duties regarding labor relations and the MITA building.