News Summary

Phoenix Specialty Manufacturing Co., based in Bamberg, South Carolina, has announced the retirement of Steve Cornforth, its Sales Manager, effective December 31, 2024. Steve has had a distinguished career in manufacturing, spanning over four decades, including roles at Savannah River Site and Zeus Industrial Products, Inc. He also operated a CNC Machine Shop for nearly 15 years. Steve’s journey with Phoenix Specialty began in 2012, leading to his promotion to Operations Manager in 2016 and then Sales Manager in 2019. Allison Penick has been promoted to succeed Steve as Sales Manager. Allison joined Phoenix Specialty in 2015 and has advanced through various roles, demonstrating her leadership and vision. She holds an MBA from the University of South Carolina Aiken and completed the Precision Metalforming Association’s Management Development Academy. Phoenix Specialty, a leading supplier of custom parts to OEMs, highlights its commitment to fostering leadership from within.