“I had the amazing opportunity to grow up in a machine shop and be around manufacturing my whole life. Yet, I wanted nothing to do with it. I thought, “That’s not for me.” Right out of high school, I decided to pursue a degree in Marketing and Graphic Design. I was determined to go in a different direction. But while helping out at the family shop, BTM Industries, with marketing and in the quality department, something shifted. I fell in love with what we do. I left college, joined the team full time, and haven’t looked back.
Manufacturing offers never-ending opportunities. It’s always evolving and advancing, which makes it such an exciting field to be part of. You can start in one area and find yourself exploring so many others. There’s a place for so many skill sets, and there’s always something new to learn or improve on. For someone like me who thrives on variety, problem-solving, and growth, manufacturing has been the perfect fit.
I joined the Manufacturing Pathways Consortium because I have a deep passion for this industry, and I want to share it, especially with people who might not realize how incredible manufacturing can be. I’m proud to be part of MPC and to co-lead the Marketing & Communications Team alongside Riley Schmucker, helping spread awareness about all the opportunities this amazing industry has to offer!”
Reagan Tillman, Image Ambassador/Quality Assurance Maven, BTM Industries