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MITA Opens Doors: Legislative and Media Access Update

Jun 15, 2022 | Legislative, Membership, MITA in the News

As MITA continues to grow the MITA PAC Fund, it is our goal to keep our members informed on a regular basis of all we have been doing to keep the industry moving forward using our influence in the legislature and with the media.  Legislative Outreach Update Most...

‘It’s a gamble’: Contractors face concerns of cost for future road projects

Jun 14, 2022 | MITA in the News

ABC 12 News, June 13, 2022 GENESEE COUNTY, Mich. (WJRT) – Fixing the roads this year carries extra heavy prices. “It’s not only fuel, other materials have a rising cost going forward in the industry in MDOT are working well at trying to contain those costs,” said Rob...

Transportation Advocates Gather to Mark TRIP’s 50 Years of Serving the Industry

Jun 13, 2022 | MITA in the News

TRIP, A National Transportation Research Nonprofit, June 2022 Transportation advocates gathered in the nation’s capital in May to celebrate the 50th anniversary of TRIP, a national transportation research nonprofit. Delayed by a year due to COVID-19, TRIP is...

Infrastructure Group Urges Long-Term Plan For Road Funding

Jun 3, 2022 | MITA in the News

  WSJM Radio, June 1, 2022 A new EPIC MRA poll finds a top issue of concern for Michigan voters continues to be fixing the roads. Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association Vice President Rob Coppersmith tells WSJM News 93% of Michigan residents give...

CBS Detroit: Drivers Have Mixed Feelings Over Proposed Automated Speed Enforcement In Construction Zones

Jun 1, 2022 | MITA in the News

CBS Detroit, May 31, 2022 A new state house bill would set up an automated speed enforcement system where crews are working on catching construction zone speeders. The pending legislature could cost drivers up to $300. “I don’t think I like that,” said Holly resident...

Bridge Magazine: New bill – Speed in Michigan construction zones, get a ticket in mail

May 25, 2022 | MITA in the News

Bridge Magazine, May 24, 2022 Michigan drivers speeding through construction zones on state highways would be caught on an automated speed radar and issued warnings and fines under a bill pending in the Legislature. House Bill 5750 would give the Michigan Department...
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Rob Coppersmith



Rob Coppersmith
EVP/VP of Membership Services

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.

E-mail: robcoppersmith@thinkmita.org


Greg Brooks



Greg Brooks
Director of Safety & Compliance
 

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.

E-mail: gregbrooks@thinkmita.org
Phone: 517-853-5854


Mike Nystrom



Mike Nystrom
Executive Vice President/Secretary
 

As Executive Vice President/Secretary, Mike oversees all operations, staff and services at MITA. He implements policies based on his interaction with the MITA Board of Directors and the membership and he prudently manages the organization’s resources within approved annual budget guidelines. Mike also continues to work as a registered lobbyist, serves as an industry resource on labor matters, and acts as the spokesman for the industry on a variety of issues.

E-mail: mikenystrom@thinkmita.org
Phone: 517-896-1493


Glenn Bukoski



Glenn Bukoski
VP of Engineering Services
 

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.

E-mail: glennbukoski@thinkmita.org
Phone: 517-256-0741


Lance Binoniemi



Lance Binoniemi
VP of Government Affairs
 

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.

E-mail: lancebinoniemi@thinkmita.org
Phone: 517-282-2851


Rachelle VanDeventer



Rachelle VanDeventer
VP of Industry Relations
 

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.

E-mail: rachellevandeventer@thinkmita.org
Phone: 517-331-1106


Nancy Brown



Nancy Brown
Director of Communications
 

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.

E-mail: nancybrown@thinkmita.org
Phone: 517-896-1456


Ken Bertolini



Ken Bertolini
Director of Workforce Development
 

Ken came to MITA from South Dakota State University, where he spent many years teaching construction courses to undergraduates. As MITA’s Director of Workforce Development, Ken is the lead staff member on all MITA efforts to establish and sustain a program to recruit and retain talent for the industry.

E-mail: kenbertolini@thinkmita.org
Phone: 517-449-0155


Mariam Robinson



Mariam Robinson
Director of Strategic Affairs
 

As Director of Strategic Affairs, Mariam wears a lot of hats at MITA. She works to increase member interactions with elected officials by consistently communicating MITA’s position on important legislative issues to the membership, which requires Mariam to regularly interact with the MITA lobbying team. On the communications side, she manages MITA’s official Facebook and Twitter accounts, and works with the Director of Communications to make print and website outreach efforts as effective as possible. She is also the lead staff person on the Fix MI State campaign, a public relations initiative to raise awareness for the state’s unmet infrastructure needs. She also handles administrative duties related to the MITA Board of Directors. Mariam works closely with the Event Coordinator to manage the website and member database, as well. Mariam works directly with the Executive Vice President to manage and execute special projects, as well as to process administrative tasks. In conjunction with the Vice President of Government Affairs, Mariam works hard to maintain the MITA PAC and to ensure that it grows strong year after year. Mariam is the person to contact if you need assistance in scheduling a meeting with your legislators, if you want to communicate a legislative issue or concern to MITA’s lobbyists, if you want to make a contribution to the MITA PAC, if you want to participate in a MITA special project or if you just want to find out more information about any of the above.

E-mail: mariamrobinson@thinkmita.org
Phone: 517-853-5866


Danielle Coppersmith



Danielle Coppersmith
Event Coordinator
 

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.

E-mail: daniellecoppersmith@thinkmita.org
Phone: 517-853-5863


Mary Moody



Mary Moody
Accounting Coordinator
 

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.

E-mail: marymoody@thinkmita.org
Phone: 517-853-5865


Ellen Nystrom


Ellen Nystrom
Receptionist
 

As MITA’s receptionist, Ellen answers all incoming calls to the office and directs each one to the appropriate MITA staff member.

E-mail: ellennystrom@thinkmita.org
Phone: 517-347-8336


Sara Schaibly



Sara Schaibly
Membership Services Coordinator
 

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.

E-mail: saraschaibly@thinkmita.org
Phone: 517-853-5864


Janis Strang


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.

E-mail: janisstrang@thinkmita.org
Phone: 517-853-5867


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