Staff
Our Team
Tom Hardiman, CAE
Partner
Tom Hardiman, CAE
Partner
 Tom Hardiman, CAE has over 20 years of experience as a non-profit director including serving as the Executive Director of Modular Building Institute (MBI) since January 2004.  During his time with MBI, Tom has seen the membership, as well as the market share for the industry, more than double. Tom also serves as the Executive Director of the Modular Home Builders Association since 2012.Â
Hardiman has experience advocating at the federal and multiple state levels on behalf of the industry. His background also includes banking, insurance, and small business development. He served on the board and as chair of the National Institute of Building Science’s Offsite Construction Council and has served as an advisory board member with the National Renewable Energy Lab’s (NREL) Innovation Incubator.
Hardiman earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Business Administration at Marshall University in Huntington, WV and the designation of Certified Association Executive from the American Society of Association Executives. He is the proud father of Grace (currently attending school in Japan) and lucky husband to his wife Lesley, who holds down the fort in Lewisburg, WV.
Steven Williams, CAE
Partner
Steven Williams, CAE
Partner
Steven Williams, CAE has over 20 years of experience in association management. He has served in many capacities including marketing, public relations, member service, and event planning. Steven is also experienced in project management, graphic design, website development, contract negotiation, and publishing and circulation. In 2022, Steven was named president of the Virginia Society of Association Executives—the association for association professionals. He holds the Certified Association Executive designation and attended Bluefield College where he became interested in communications after interviewing Iran-Contra figure Oliver North for the school paper. Steven is a native of Virginia and is married with two children.
Dave Sikora
Business Development Director
Dave Sikora
Business Development Director
Dave Sikora serves as Business Development Director with a strong commitment to customer service, membership development and sales. He has more than 20 years of experience in developing relationships, opportunities, programs and networks that foster business growth.
A graduate of the University of Rhode Island with a degree in marketing, Dave is a dedicated husband and father of two children. Away from the office, Dave enjoys his time with his family as well as golfing, skiing, hiking and being outdoors.
Amanda Rowe
Events Director
Amanda Rowe
Events Director
Amanda Rowe serves as the Events Director and has over 19 years experience across a variety of fields and disciplines including education, business managment, meeting planning, sales, accounting and staff development. She has worked in both hospitality sales and conferences services for a nationally recognized four-season resort where she was responsible for sales and coordination of meeting space, food and beverage, activities, transportation and more.
In her current role, Amanda is responsible for selection of venues, menus, and vendors for catering, technology and other event support services. She also reviews and approves contracts to ensure that events and meetings stay within their budget.
Additionally, Amanda serves as Canadian Member Services Manager for Hardiman-Williams’ largest client.
John McMullen, PCM
Marketing Director
John McMullen
Marketing Director
John McMullen is a Professional Certified Marketer® with over 15 years of experience in marketing, communications, and graphic design and serves as marketing director for Hardiman-Williams and its clients. John’s background includes working with/for a wide range of businesses, from independent contractors to boutique communications firms to international retailers.
John is a native of Central Virginia and a graduate of James Madison University’s School of Media Arts and Design. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family.
Heather Packard
Professional & Workforce Development Director
Heather Packard
Professional & Workforce Development Director
Heather has over 15 years of experience in the association industry, including project and program management as well as development of career services and educational products.
She holds a BA in English and Spanish Literature from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and a MA in Spanish Literature from the University of Virginia.Â
Rob Abell
Finance Director
Rob Abell
Bookkeeper
Rob graduated from Front Range Community College with an Associates Degree in Accounting in Colorado where he grew up. Rob spent over 25 years in the logistics/transportation industry and has over eight years of experience in accounting, having been an assistant controller or controller for most of that time.
Rob lives in central Virginia where he enjoys spending time with his family and grandchildren as well as boating, fishing, and time outdoors.
Alex Carmack
Government Affairs Director
Rob Abell
Government Affairs Director
Alex comes to MBI with over 15 years of government and regulatory experience. Prior to joining MBI Alex worked on local, state, and federal policy including health, housing, and transportation. In his personal life, he is an avid sports fan, and enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids. He is a graduate of King College, and earned his Master’s Degree in History from the University of Memphis.Â
Devyn Alston
Database Specialist
Devyn Alston
Database Specialist
Devyn Alston serves as the database specialist for Hardiman-Williams and its clients. Since joining Hardiman-Williams, Devyn has focused on managing our client databases and assisting with communications and marketing.
Devyn grew up in Charlottesville, Virginia and is a graduate of Longwood University’s Communication Studies program. In her spare time, she enjoys editing videos.
Chasity Meade
Communications Manager
Chasity Meade
Communications Manager
Chasity elevates the modular construction industry through brand consistency and targeted advocacy. She manages multi-channel content, social media analytics, and event marketing to drive visibility and engagement. Her expertise lies in turning complex industry narratives into streamlined, impactful messaging.
An Old Dominion University alumna with a background in education, Chasity is based in Charlottesville. She is a dedicated mom who enjoys gardening and spending quality time with her children and pups.
Christine Baker
Member Engagement Specialist
Christine Baker
Member Engagement Specialist
Christine graduated from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. She has over 20 years of managerial experience in the customer service industry.
As a Member Engagement Specialist, she focuses on ensuring that each member receives the maximum value out of their membership. In her free time she enjoys spending time with family, painting, and listening to music.
Andrew Muchnick
Government Affairs Manager
Christine Baker
Government Affairs Manager
Andrew Muchnick has nearly a decade of experience in public affairs and media intelligence, previously serving clients in the building materials, financial services, and energy industries. As Government Affairs Manager, he helps members navigate public policy issues and advocates on their behalf at all levels of government.
Andrew lives outside Charlottesville with his wife and dog. He graduated from the University of Mary Washington with a BA in History and Political Science.Â
Susan Gombert
Events Manager
Susan Gombert
Event Manager
Susan is an event management expert with over two decades of experience, specializing in budget oversight, marketing strategy, and high-level board relations. Susan excels at designing engaging experiences that foster advocacy and connection, leveraging her deep industry knowledge to create mission-driven events that balance financial stewardship with impactful attendee engagement.
Susan is a graduate of American University and is currently based in the Charlottesville area. She enjoys exploring the local Virginia landscape and finding new ways to bring people together through creative event design.
Rian Lipinski
Multimedia Specialist
Rian Lipinski
Multimedia Specialist
Rian is a designer specializing in both print and digital media, lending his creative skills to a wide array of projects ranging from branding and marketing materials to social media design. His expertise centers on creative problem-solving and the ability to communicate complex information in a clear and engaging manner, a skill he has employed to great effect in high-profile designs across diverse industries.
Rian is a graduate of Christopher Newport University, where he earned a degree in Communications and Graphic Design. Currently based in Charlottesville, Virginia, he is an avid enthusiast of emerging technology and AI tools. In his spare time, Rian enjoys exploring 3D printing, watching Wes Anderson films, and spending time with his two cats, Odysseus and Cinder.
Krystian Kennedy
Professional Development & Fundraising Manager
Krystian Kennedy
Professional Development & Fundraising Manager
As Professional Development & Fundraising Manager, Krystian Kennedy leverages her expertise in program management and donor stewardship to drive industry growth at Hardiman Williams. She oversees the full stakeholder engagement lifecycle for the Modular Building Institute, focusing on workforce development and scholarship initiatives. Outside of work, Krystian enjoys exploring Virginia and vacationing at the Outer Banks with her husband and son.