Kirk Fordham

Kirk Fordham has extensive experience in public affairs, advocacy, and member engagement, currently serving as Assistant Vice President for Member & Board Engagement at the National Association of Manufacturers since June 2018. Previously, Kirk held roles such as Senior Director of Member & Board Relations at NAM and worked as a Public Affairs Consultant and Managing Director, focusing on strategy and partnerships with various clients from September 2015 to June 2018. Additional experience includes serving as Executive Director of the Gill Action Fund, Chief Executive Officer of The Everglades Foundation, and Chief of Staff in the U.S. House of Representatives. Kirk has a solid political background, having worked on multiple congressional campaigns and served in various legislative roles. Kirk earned a degree from the University of Maryland between 1985 and 1990.