The National Fastener Distributors Association (NFDA) named Mark Shannon as the 2025 recipient of its Fastener Professional of the Year award.

Shannon is a second-generation leader who dedicated 47 years to Tower Fasteners, the company his father founded in 1967. Born and raised on Long Island, NY, he began working in the business as a teenager, learning every facet of operation, from the warehouse floor to the executive suite.

Following his father's death in 1997, Shannon expanded the company’s reach, including opening its first European distribution site in Dublin, Ireland, in 2018. In 2022, Tower Fasteners was acquired by MSC Corp., where he served as President and led the company through a successful transition.

An active member of the National Fastener Distributors Association (NFDA) since 2000, Shannon served as President from 2008–2009, “playing a pivotal role in expanding membership and guiding the organization through challenging times.” He also contributed to numerous industry boards, advisory councils, and international supply chain initiatives throughout his career.

Outside of work, Shannon is an Ironman athlete, passionate about outdoor activities, and a dedicated volunteer, supporting veterans and individuals in recovery. He lives with his wife Debbie between Long Island and Salt Lake City.

He will receive the award at the NFDA Annual Meeting and ESPS in Charlotte, NC, on June 12.

To register for the NFDA Annual Meeting and ESPS® or to find out more information about NFDA and its programs, visit www.nfda-fastener.org or call 562-799-5519.