About Us




Todd Smith

Todd Smith

President & Chief Financial Officer

Todd oversees AMFT’s global financial strategy, operational performance, and strategic growth initiatives. He is focused on ensuring AMFT continues to innovate as a strategic partner customers can rely upon to deliver cost-effective, high-quality solutions at any moment, in any market around the world.

Todd joined AMFT as CFO of Associated Spring in April 2024 following the company’s acquisition from Barnes Group Inc., having played a key role in the transaction alongside One Equity Partners. Since then, he has led strategic acquisitions and integration efforts.

Previously, Todd served as CFO of Tillman Infrastructure and held senior investment roles at Partners Group, executing infrastructure private equity investments. He began his career in banking and corporate law in Australia.

Marcio Demarchi

Marcio Demarchi

SVP, Chief Operating Officer – Americas

Marcio drives operational excellence for AMFT in the Americas, with a focus on optimizing performance, enhancing operational efficiency, and supporting scalable growth through continuous improvement and innovation.

Marcio brings over 20 years of international leadership experience across diverse industries, including automotive, industrial, and technology. Prior to joining AMFT, he served as Head of Continental Business System Global at ContiTech, where he led the implementation of Lean Business Systems worldwide. His career includes successful turnaround efforts, expansion projects, and footprint optimization as Regional Head of Manufacturing and Plant Management.

Marcio is passionate about building high-performing teams and fostering a culture of operational excellence.

Kai Klippert

Kai Klippert

VP, Head of Business Development – EMEA

Kai leads business development efforts across the EMEA region, with a focus on strategic growth in the automotive industry, stamping technology, and cold rolling. With over 20 years of sales experience, he specializes in developing tailored solutions for leading customers and building long-term partnerships.

His background in business studies (VWA) supports his ability to drive revenue growth, coordinate sustainable expansion, and align customer needs with AMFT’s capabilities. Kai is committed to delivering value through innovation, collaboration, and market responsiveness.

Markus Kloke

Markus Kloke

SVP, Global Strategic Growth

Markus joined AMFT via our subsidiary E.WINKEMANN, based in Germany, where he was the CEO with overall responsibility for the transformation process and the successful expansion of the company.

Before joining AMFT, Markus held various C-level management positions at global companies, particularly in business development and sales. He has almost 30 years of experience in the automotive business and industry.

Kelly Klueger

Kelly Klueger

SVP, People & Talent

Kelly leads AMFT’s people strategy, with a focus on building engaged, high-performing teams and fostering a culture of excellence across the organization. She specializes in manufacturing and labor relations, partnering closely with operations and leadership to align talent initiatives with business goals.

With deep HR expertise and a passion for employee development, Kelly supports long-term growth through strategic workforce planning, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness. She is committed to creating a workplace where people thrive and contribute to AMFT’s success.

Rufino Leon

Rufino Leon

SVP, Chief Operating Officer – EMEA/APAC

Rufino leads AMFT’s operations across EMEA and APAC, driving performance transformation, process optimization, and scalable growth through disciplined execution and continuous improvement. With over 30 years of global experience in engineering and executive leadership, he brings a strong blend of technical expertise and strategic vision.

Before joining AMFT, Rufino served as CEO Europe Division Leader at IMS, part of the Frencken Group. He previously held CEO and senior operations roles at Microcomponents AG and the Swatch Group, where he led business units in China and across Europe. His career began in engineering and evolved through a series of international leadership roles in operations.

Rufino is passionate about building high-energy, empowered teams and fostering operational excellence that fuels sustainable growth.

Rebecca Liedel

Rebecca Liedel

VP, Global Commercial Planning & Head of Business Development – Transport

Rebecca brings over 20 years of experience in sales, operations, and account management to AMFT. She leads commercial strategy across key sectors including automotive, industrial, aerospace, and medical, with deep expertise in pricing, negotiations, and customer engagement. She is committed to delivering strategic value through cross-functional collaboration and market insight.

Her background includes operational leadership in logistics, procurement, and supply chain optimization, giving her a comprehensive view of end-to-end business performance. Prior to joining AMFT, Rebecca held leadership roles that shaped go-to-market strategies and drove sustainable growth.

Gennaro “Gino” Meccariello

Gennaro “Gino” Meccariello

SVP, Finance

Gino leads strategic financial planning, performance analysis, and cross-functional alignment across global operations at AMFT. Known for his data-driven leadership and collaborative execution, he plays a key role in driving financial clarity and shaping the company’s future.

His experience spans corporate restructuring, incentive planning, and systems implementation, with a strong focus on aligning financial operations with strategic goals. Gino began his career shortly after graduating from Assumption University, advancing through roles in internal audit and financial planning & analysis (FP&A).

These formative experiences built his foundation in financial controls, risk management, and strategic analysis—skills that continue to guide his leadership and impact today.

Jason Sicotte

Jason Sicotte

VP, Global Product & Engineering

Jason leads AMFT’S product strategy, engineering organization, and innovation roadmap. Over his 31-year career with Associated Spring, he has driven innovation in material science and spring technologies, holding numerous patents and guiding the launch of complex engineered systems across automotive, industrial, and aerospace markets.

Jason’s leadership spans technology innovation, customer-focused product development, and the integration of engineering expertise to drive market impact. He is an active member of the Spring Manufacturer’s Institute Board of Directors and Technical Committee and a frequent guest speaker at industry conferences.

Jason also is a member of the Advisory Board of the Connecticut Manufacturing Simulation Center (CMSC) at the University of Connecticut.

Gregory Zelo

Gregory Zelo

SVP, Chief Technology & Data Officer

Gregory leads AMFT’s technology and data strategy, digital transformation, and enterprise-wide data initiatives. He is focused on driving operational excellence by standardizing processes, optimizing the technology portfolio, and integrating acquisitions to support scalable growth.

Gregory brings extensive leadership experience from global organizations including CBS, CA Technologies, IBM, and Veeco Instruments. He has led large-scale Finance and Supply Chain programs for clients such as Raytheon, Gillette, Novartis, and Simon & Schuster. His accomplishments include delivering $20M and $30M program turnarounds at CBS and spearheading a $100M transformation at CA Technologies that contributed to 20% revenue growth.

He is passionate about building a data-driven culture at AMFT, using analytics to enhance executive decision-making, accelerate business growth, and deepen customer engagement.

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