Composite Expertise.
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Timothy Tifft is an accomplished senior operations executive currently serving as General Manager of Vermont Composites. He brings extensive experience in operational leadership and supply chain management, with proven ability to drive performance, optimize processes and lead high performing teams. Prior to his current role Mr. Tifft held key leadership positions across multiple industries, including automotive, advanced composites, and medical manufacturing. His experience includes leadership roles with NSK Steering Systems, Plasan North America, and Philips Medical. Mr. Tifft earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, graduating summa cum laude, from Southern Vermont College.

Anthony Thayne is a results-driven Director of Operations with extensive experience leading cross-functional teams, optimizing complex processes, and driving sustainable business growth. He has held Director roles in different industries including automotive with high performance carbon fiber, defense industry dealing with Kevlar and fiberglass applications for ballistic panels, and currently in aerospace with Vermont Composites. Known for his clear communication style and disciplined execution, Anthony builds high-performing teams by empowering leaders, developing talent, and promoting continuous improvement.

Zachary Delurey is the Senior Manager of Contracts & Compliance at Vermont Composites. During his 12-year tenure, he began in engineering and has progressed through multiple management roles of increasing responsibility. He combines technical insight with practical program and contract management to drive timely, compliant outcomes and support long-term growth. Zachary holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Rochester Institute of Technology.

Traig Bruso is a Supply Chain Manager with nearly two decades of aerospace composites experience and a strong track record in procurement, planning, and operations. Mr. Bruso has significantly improved cash efficiency by strategically managing supplier relationships, strengthening material flow, and leveraging data-driven forecasting and analytics. Known for increasing inventory turns and reducing operational risk, they bring disciplined, ERP-based decision-making to every stage of the supply chain.

Nicholas Pratt is the Director of Engineering at Vermont Composites, bringing more than twenty years of experience in advanced composite structures, structural analysis, and engineering leadership. Since joining the organization in 2006, he has progressed through multiple technical and management roles. Nicholas has extensive experience in the design, analysis, and qualification of complex aerospace and medical structures, with deep expertise in composite materials, non‑linear finite element modeling, and full‑scale test validation. He has led engineering teams on major new product introductions, improved manufacturing and quality processes, and implemented standardized engineering tools that strengthened throughput, compliance, and cross‑functional collaboration.

A collaborative leader and lifelong learner, Nicholas is known for developing talent, driving continuous improvement, and integrating analytical rigor with practical, hands‑on engineering. Nicholas holds both a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering and a M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Boston University.