7 17 PROMOTIONS: Warren-based 7 17 Credit Union has announced the following promotions.

Bryan Klutzaritz has been named director of safety and security. Klutzaritz earned a bachelor’s degree in administration of justice from Penn State. In his new role, he will oversee the strategic direction and daily execution of safety and security initiatives across all credit union branches and facilities.

Dan Schiavone has been named commercial lender / relationship manager. Schiavone earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Youngstown State University. He will be responsible for developing, managing and expanding a portfolio of commercial loans and deposit relationships.

Cali Shorts has been promoted to Vienna Branch manager. Shorts, who has been with 7 17 for five years, will oversee member service and manage the daily operations of the branch.

Rachel Selby has joined 7 17 Credit Union as assistant manager of the Kent branch. Selby has several years of credit union experience and will assist in overseeing member service and daily branch operations.

Melanie Mackey has been promoted to Bank Secrecy Act assistant manager. Mackey has been with the credit union for 26 years and will help coordinate the development, implementation and administration of the credit union’s BSA program. Her responsibilities include supporting compliance with state and federal regulations related to the Bank Secrecy Act, the USA Patriot Act, anti-money-laundering rules and the Office of Foreign Assets Control.

STEEL COMPETITION: America Makes, the nation’s leading public-private partnership for additive manufacturing technology and education, announced that its 2026 Additive in Steel Competition will take place April 15 in Boston, Massachusetts, during its spring Technical Review and Exchange (TRX), co-located with RAPID + TCT 2026. TRX will be held April 14-16 alongside RAPID + TCT, North America’s largest AM and industrial 3D printing event.

Building on the success of last year’s co-location, America Makes and SME will once again bring together leaders from industry, academia, and government in a single venue. This continued partnership strengthens collaboration, increases stakeholder value, and accelerates the advancement of AM technologies.

The 2026 Additive in Steel Competition also reinforces America Makes’ commitment to developing the next generation of AM talent. Expanding on the 2025 challenge, the competition invites university student teams to design and fabricate a functional everyday carry multitool using steel-based metal AM. Teams are encouraged to engage with first responders, military personnel and other service professionals to inform designs that address real-world operational needs.

The concept of the multitool dates to ancient times, with the earliest known example being a Roman folding utensil from around 200-300 CE. Modern multitools, such as the iconic Swiss Army Knife, emerged in the late 19th century, revolutionizing portable utility with their multifunctional design.

“Inspiring the next generation to explore the potential of additive manufacturing is critical to our industry’s future,” said Ben DiMarco, Technology Transition Director at America Makes. “This competition is a launchpad for young innovators to push boundaries, build real-world skills, collaborate, and redefine what’s possible.”

For more information, visit https://www.americamakes.us/events/additive-in-steel-competition/.

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