Composite Expertise.
Proven Performance.

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.

Shaun McKay is an accomplished program manager serving as the Senior Manager of program management. He brings a strong history of program execution experience and business capture with a proven ability to deliver on commitments. Prior to this role Mr. McKay held various roles in both banking and in the government contracting industries, most notably as Program Manager for General Dynamics responsible for the execution of several prime contracts to the US Navy. Mr. McKay holds a Bachelor’s of Science in business management from Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts.

Shawn Lofaro is a seasoned Quality Assurance Manager with over twenty years of engineering and leadership experience across Tier 1 automotive, aerospace/defense, and medical device manufacturing. He drives enterprise quality strategy, regulatory compliance, and supplier risk management. Shawn has created and led APQP/PPAP deployment, launched new production assembly lines, and built scalable Quality Management Systems. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a consistent ability to bridge the gap between engineering and quality.

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.

Jon Festa is a finance professional with extensive experience supporting private equity-backed manufacturing companies. Throughout his career, he has partnered closely with executive leadership teams and PE sponsors to translate complex financial and operational data into actionable insights. He specializes in budgeting, forecasting, KPI development, and performance analysis. Mr. Festa earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Fairfield University.