The Speakers

Jeff Dalaba is the Program Manager for the North American Contractor Certification Program (NACC) and Program Developer for the Architectural Glass and Metal Technician Certification Program (AGMT) with Administrative Management Systems (AMS, Inc.) in Sackets Harbor, New York.  He has provided development leadership in coordination with the NACC Program Certification Board, as well as other glazing industry experts, since the inception of the NACC Program to compile the industry provided best practices into the ANSI Accredited Certification Program. He is also currently leading the development of the AGMT Personnel Certification that will test both written knowledge and physical abilities of glazing technicians.  Since joining AMS in 2010 Jeff has also worked with various glass product certification programs including Window and Door Manufacturers (WDMA) Hallmark, NFRC, Insulating Glass Certification Council (IGCC), Safety Glazing Certification Council (SGCC), and the Florida Building Commission High Velocity Hurricane Zone Protocol to develop enhanced processes and efficiencies in the operations of these programs for AMS.  

Jeff has served in executive management roles for 22 years. He is also a veteran who has  served on a U.S. Navy Fast Attack Submarine and completed 4 deployments under the polar ice cap.

Michael Komaromi is the Director of Training, Finishing Trades Institute of Southern New England Inc.

With 43 years in the glazing industry, Mike Komaromi began his journey as an apprentice with the Glaziers and Architectural Metal Workers Local 1274. He excelled, rising through roles at J & G Glass company, including Foreman and Safety Officer. In 2000, Mike began his journey into education, becoming an instructor for Connecticut District Council 11. He then served as Apprentice Coordinator for the region in 2005.

 In 2006, Mike was appointed Director of Training at the Finishing Trades Institute of Southern New England Inc., overseeing training programs in Commercial Painters and Decorators, Industrial Bridge Painters, Drywall Finishers, and Glazing. Mike Komaromi is a lifelong advocate for the finishing trades, safety, and education, leaving an undeniable mark on the industry and shaping the future of skilled professionals.