Type Of Business:
Manufacturing company
Marketing Area:
Regional; International
Expertise:
Antique reproductions and hardware; Restoration work; Custom railings and gates; Furniture
Major Product/SVS:
Custom ornamental iron work
Hobbies/Sports:
Working; Playing the guitar
Education Degrees:
Associate Degree in Mechanical Design, Lincoln Technical Institute (1982)
Affiliations Awards:
Artist-Blacksmith's Association of North America Inc.; Vice President, Lifetime Member, PABA; Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen; Juried Member, Reading Berks Chapter, Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen
Industry:
Specialty Product Design & Manufacturing
Date of Distinction:
10/24/2011
Work History:
Owner, Fisher Forge (1992-Present); General Manager, Fleetwood Refrigerators (1992-2002)
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
He is separated by his attention to detail and his craftsmanship.
Expanded Biography:
Prior to owning a business, Mr. Fisher worked as a product design engineer, a production manager, a plant manager and a general manager. His work has been featured in various magazines.
Charity:
Active Adult Scout, Boy Scouts of America; Volunteer, Local Council Troop
Number Of Years In Profession:
29
Number Of Years In Current Position:
19
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his design and execution skills.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession because it was a hobby that turned into a part-time business. He began forging when restoring his old farmhouse; he made a fireplace crane for the walk-in fireplace.
Extended Bio Profile:
Prior to owning a business, Mr. Fisher worked as a product design engineer, a production manager, a plant manager and a general manager. His work has been featured in various magazines.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Designing products; Forging; Meeting with the customers; Performing installations; Overseeing the employees
Awards/Honors:
Hamburg Fine Arts Hall of Fame; Feature, Directory of Traditional Crafts, Early American Life
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Fisher hopes to make his work more artistic.