From the Floor to the Framework, Meet the Creators of the

Industrial Athlete Operating System

Mark Lamoncha built the system on the factory floor.

Dr. Tim Figley framed it for the world.

Together, they're creating a movement to transform the workplace into a place of high performance.

Mark Lamoncha

A life dedicated to releasing the potential of Industrial Athletes everywhere.

Mark Lamoncha is a visionary entrepreneur, inventor, and author renowned for his transformative impact on the manufacturing industry. As the president, CEO (Christ Empowered Owner), and head coach of Humtown Products for over 40 years, Mark has led groundbreaking advancements in additive manufacturing, establishing his company as a national pioneer in 3D sand printing.

His work has garnered attention from CNBC and prestigious institutions like MIT and the Fraunhofer Institute.

Mark’s innovative approaches have formed strategic partnerships with influential organizations, including America Makes and Youngstown State University. He invented the Visual Earnings System (VES), earning Humtown the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) 2020 Manufacturer of the Year award, sharing the spotlight with industry giants such as IBM and General Motors. With multiple patents, Mark continues to unleash human potential in the industrial sector.

As the author of the “Industrial Athlete Operating System,” Mark provides a blueprint for transforming workplaces into performance havens. His leadership extends to community service, where he focuses on education and charitable initiatives. Appointed to the Ohio Department of Education State School Board by Governor Mike DeWine, Mark champions the integration of public education with business manufacturing and serves on various boards across Ohio.

Born and raised in Columbiana, Ohio, Mark, along with his wife Sheri and their three sons, are active members of Greenford Christian Church. A graduate of Life as Servant Leader, he ministers daily at his company, embodying his belief that “the fabric of success in business is woven with many living threads.”

Dr. Tim Figley

Dr. Tim Figley is a distinguished organizational strategist and keynote speaker, renowned for his expertise in integrating business acumen with athletic principles.

With over a decade of experience, he has facilitated strategic plans, family business transitions, and team retreats for hundreds of nonprofits and for-profit businesses, including the world’s largest pallet supply company and Ohio’s #1 community bank.

Dr. Figley is a prolific author who has crafted the innovative Industrial Athlete Program, blending leadership and athletics into a practical business framework. His research credentials include an MBA and Doctorate in Transformational Leadership from Bakke Graduate University, complemented by certifications from esteemed figures like Marshall Goldsmith and Patrick Lencioni in strategic planning and executive coaching.

As a sports broadcaster and speaker, Dr. Figley captivates audiences with his compassion, humor, and transformational insights. His passion for sports has taken him to major events like the Super Bowl and The Masters, enriching his personal and professional storytelling.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Dr. Figley is committed to global missions in Africa and enjoys adventurous activities such as bike riding and whitewater rafting with his children, Zion and Miriam. His diverse engagements reflect his belief in holistic development and lifelong learning.

The Story of the Industrial Athlete Operating System

The IA-OS wasn’t born in a boardroom; it was forged in the fire of a real-world crisis. This is the timeline of its creation.

  • The Crisis (Mid-2000s): Humtown Products, a successful family business, faces the brink of bankruptcy amidst economic turmoil. Traditional management methods fail, creating friction and crushing team morale.
  • The Breakthrough (Late 2000s): Led by Mark Lamoncha and guided by strategic insights from Dr. Tim Figley, the leadership team makes a pivotal discovery: the root of the problem isn’t the process, but the people-paradigm. They abandon the “employee” model for the “Industrial Athlete” concept, shifting their focus from compliance to performance.
  • The Systemization (The 2010s): The team develops, tests, and refines the core components of the IA-OS: the Four Shifts (Management to Coaching, Employee to Athlete, Workplace to Performance Center, Egosystem to Ecosystem) and the patented Visual Earnings System (VES).
  • The Proof (2020): The system’s success culminates in Humtown being named the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) 2020 Manufacturer of the Year, validating the IA-OS on a national stage alongside companies like General Motors and IBM.
  • The Mission (Today): Mark and Tim now dedicate themselves to sharing this proven blueprint, helping organizations everywhere transform their workplaces and unleash their people’s true potential through their book, speaking engagements, and executive offsites.