NAPA announces 2026-28 State Advisors
Meet Your Newly Elected NAPA State Advisors!
With elections concluded, NAPA can announce the newly elected State Advisors who will represent their states on the NAPA Advisory Council for the 2026–2028 term. These leaders bring deep industry experience and regional insight to help shape the future of asphalt pavement across the country.
Each State Advisor was elected by producer members in good standing and will serve a three-year term beginning Jan. 1, 2026. Their role is vital in ensuring that state-level perspectives are heard at the national level.
What Does a State Advisor Do?
State Advisors serve as the critical link between NAPA and their state’s asphalt community. Their responsibilities include:
- Advising and Informing: Offering strategic guidance to NAPA’s Board on industry challenges and opportunities.
- State Representation: Acting as the voice of their state to influence NAPA initiatives.
- Advocacy Support: Engaging with elected officials and agencies to support NAPA’s advocacy efforts.
- Membership Growth: Promoting NAPA programs and helping meet membership goals.
These individuals are selected for their leadership within their state asphalt pavement associations and their commitment to advancing the industry.
Newly Elected State Advisors by Region and State
| Member | State | Region |
| Barnes, Blake | Oklahoma | Southeast |
| Brooks, Andrew | Georgia | Southeast |
| Crenshaw, Michael K. | South Carolina | Southeast |
| Dougharty, Daniel | Tennessee | Southeast |
| Folkins, Kevin | Vermont | Northeast |
| Hall, Ronald | Minnesota | North Central |
| Johnson, Victor | Utah | West |
| Leganoa, Julio | Florida | Southeast |
| Maiers, Pamp | Washington | West |
| Manatt, Joe | Iowa | North Central |
| Morrison, Troy | Texas | Southeast |
| Mrugacz, Jacob | Wisconsin | North Central |
| Myers, Brock | Pennsylvania | Northeast |
| Reel, Chad | Ohio | North Central |
| Rodabaugh, Chet | West Virginia | Southeast |
| Thompson, Michael | Arizona | West |
| Tipotsch, Trevor | Wyoming | West |
| Tuttle, Casey | Maine | Northeast |
| White, David A. | Virginia | Southeast |
| Wilson, Bill | Oregon | West |
| Zylstra, Justin | South Dakota | North Central |
NAPA extends congratulations to each of these outstanding individuals and thanks for their commitment to leadership and service. Their voices will help guide NAPA’s strategic direction and ensure strong representation for every state.
If you have questions about the Advisory Council or the election process, please reach out to Ester Magorka.
