Get to Know Your Staff – Mary Pluta, Workforce Program Manager

Mary Pluta

Workforce Program Manager, National Fluid Power Association

Mary Pluta joined NFPA in September 2021 after a twenty-plus-year career in the Wisconsin State Legislature, where she worked as a staff aide.

A graduate of Ripon College, she also has a Master’s in Public Administration from UW-Milwaukee. She focuses on university-level programs at NFPA.

Mary serves on the board of directors for the Friends of Hoyt Park and Pool, a non-profit organization she helped found, and as an elder at her church.

Reach me at:

414-778-3359

mpluta@nfpa.com

Recent Posts

Q1-Q3 2024 US Trade Data Updated: Mexico Dominates Fluid Power Trade with US

The first three quarters of USITC 2024 data have been released, revealing how it has been measuring up to last year’s US import and export levels of fluid power products. US fluid power exports are on course finishing the year with a growth rate whereas fluid power imports to the US are behind schedule. 2023-dollar…

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NAM Regulatory Update: Small Manufacturers: Congress Must Restore Full Expensing

As part of an effort to bring more information about the regulatory and legal environment facing American manufacturers, NFPA is monitoring the newsfeed of the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) and will be bringing important updates like this to the attention of NFPA members. (October 17, 2024) As part of the NAM’s “Manufacturing Wins” tax…

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Breaking the Mold: Inspiring Paths to Leadership in the Fluid Power Industry

This episode of Fluid Power Forum features Jeff Behling, President and CEO of STAUFF Corporation. Listen to the Podcast Here Jeff’s journey from the shop floor to the executive suite is a testament to the power of perseverance, continuous learning, and seizing opportunities. His story is relevant not just because of his unique background but…

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