Longtime Ohio Manufacturers’ Association (OMA) board member and past chairman Dave Johnson, chief executive officer of Summitville A Brand of General Shale Brick, has been elected Ohio’s Republican National Committeeman, adding a national leadership post to his long record of service in manufacturing and public life.

“Dave Johnson has long been one of the most respected voices in Ohio manufacturing,” said Ryan Augsburger, president of OMA. “This appointment reflects the leadership, credibility and commitment he has brought to our industry and our state for many years.”

Johnson previously was honored by OMA with the Dan French Legacy Award for exemplary service to Ohio’s manufacturing community. 4/22/2026