SHAPEMAKERS EPISODE 54  Welcome back to another riveting episode of SHAPEMAKERS, where we explore the fascinating world of shaping industries and innovations. In this special edition, Jason Weber, the VP of Operations and Government Affairs for the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC) sits down with our distinguished guest Brook Hamilton – President of Bonnell Aluminum. Listen as they discuss the upcoming ET’24 Seminar, the 75th Anniversary of the AEC and how to maximize your membership benefits by getting involved in AEC committee’s and groups. W. BROOK HAMILTON PRESIDENT Prior leadership and industry experience (both within the organization and prior) Brook started in the aluminum extrusion industry in 1983 with Alcan Extrusions in Toronto, Ontario in an inside sales / customer service role. He subsequently held roles in outside sales, production control (scheduling), production, and plant management in different locations across Canada. Later he became the general manager of an independent extruder in southwestern Ontario prior to joining Bonnell Canada in 2005 to run their stand-alone fabrication facility, Apollo. In 2006 he moved to Georgia to become plant manager of the Newnan facility and later became Business Development Manager in the corporate office. In 2013 he became the president of Bonnell Aluminum. ABOUT BONNELL ALUMINUM OVER 65 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE BEYOND EXTRUSION For nearly seven decades, Bonnell Aluminum has pivoted, expanded, and connected our way to becoming an industry-wide innovator. Led by proprietary operations, like our fluid production processes, our tested and perfected procedures unlock the flexibility to meet the custom needs of any customer. Those same customers have seen our role as extruder expand into that of a partner, deploying tailormade capabilities that can seamlessly move projects all the way from design to assembly to delivery with effortless efficiency. The Bonnell Aluminum of today embodies who we set out to be, while building on what we’ve learned along the way. There is no shortage of companies offering extruded aluminum. But there’s only one that has proven Excellence Beyond Extrusion––Bonnell Aluminum. https://bonnellaluminum.com/ About The AEC: Follow AEC on LinkedIn for the latest updates and industry insights. Stay informed about the Aluminum Extruders Council by visiting aec.org and following us on Twitter. Stay Tuned for More SHAPEMAKERS: Don't miss out on future episodes of SHAPEMAKERS where we continue to explore the stories, innovations, and trends shaping industries worldwide. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform. Thank you for joining us on this enlightening journey through the world of aluminum extrusion. Until next time, keep shaping the future!