Progressive Leadership For All

In his unassuming way, Dowling deflects credit for his impact as a Board member and as president. "Being on the Board is an honor," he says. "Running it is very, very easy with Frank and his staff."

As much as he has given to TLMI, Dowling says that he has gotten far more in return, "by at least a factor of 10." In addition to the plant visits (particularly those over in Europe) and the ability to observe equipment in operation, he especially values the friendships he has formed through his involvement in TLMI. He has formed close friendships with converters in Europe stemming from TLMI's association with FINAT. Closer to home, of Frank Sablone, he says, "He will do anything he can do to help you."