1998 Diecutter/Diemaker of the Year

"In the early days, Clay helped get people in the industry talking," remembers Piette. "Back then you only knew your competition through your customers. Frank helped break down those barriers."

Over the years his activity and participation within the association garnered much attention and praise. He was soon asked to serve on the association's national board of directors. He served 11 years on the board and as a director for five. He also served as a member of the finance committee during and after serving as treasurer, and served on the committee to seek out a new executive director.