Saginaw, MI.—March 12, 2024 – Committed to both the water and manufacturing sectors, Duperon Corporation International Market Development Manager Michael Olvera has been elected to serve on the East Michigan District Export Council (DEC), a regional branch of the National Association of District Export Councils. Olvera has been instrumental in leading the company’s international business since 2013, which saw a 363 percent growth year-over-year in 2023. He was appointed by US Department of Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and will serve a four-year term effective January 1, 2024.
“Joining the East Michigan DEC is truly the pinnacle of my career as a water industry professional,” said Olvera. "I have worked at Duperon for almost 20 years, dedicating myself to the critical role water plays in our daily lives. Our mission resonates deeply with me, and I look forward to how this new role will allow me to advocate for our region and our industry as a whole, making a difference for people, water, and the planet.”