Mark Lamoncha, Ohio Manufacturers’ Assocation (OMA) board member and president and CEO of Humtown Products, has been named the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Ohio Small Business Person of the Year, an honor that reflects the strength of Ohio manufacturing leadership.

Lamoncha helped grow Humtown from a Columbiana pattern shop into North America’s leading producer of 3D sand cores and molds. The SBA cited his innovation and long-term vision in announcing the award.

“Mark Lamoncha represents the best of Ohio manufacturing,” OMA President Ryan Augsburger said. “He is an innovator, a builder and a relentless advocate for what is possible when Ohio companies lead with vision, grit and ingenuity. This recognition is well deserved, and Ohio is stronger because of leaders like Mark.”

Lamoncha said the award reflects the work of Humtown’s team and the support of its partners and community. He now advances to national competition, with the national winner to be announced May 4 in Washington. 4/7/2026