ROCKFORD, Ill. - The Fabricators and Manufacturers Association said its new membership director, Kristen Darby, would work with volunteer leaders and association staff to help provide members with benefits and services.

FMA is an educational association serving the needs of the metal forming and fabricating industry.

Darby had been the assistant vice president of membership development with the Institute of Internal Auditors prior to joining FMA. She has 10 years of experience in association management.