Arthur Tanner is President and Founder of Tinmaster Inc. 

Incorporated in 1991, Tinmaster specializes in the design, fabrication and installation of HVAC ductwork and equipment in commercial buildings.

  Arthur began his career in 1972 as an apprentice trainee in the Sheet Metal Workers Local No. 2 Apprenticeship Program.  In 1976, Arthur earned the status of journeyman mechanic. By 1981, Arthur had risen to the position of foreman and was eager to demonstrate his leadership skills. From inception, Arthur wanted to make a difference in the sheet metal industry. Always believing success and growth comes from hard work, knowledge and determination, Arthur began to question what his next challenge would be.  In 1991 his question would be answered. Arthur became a sheet metal contractor.

 His focus and approach to becoming a highly competitive contractor in the sheet metal industry meant understanding the business and management side of contracting. Arthur began taking courses in accounting, marketing and business to better prepare himself for his role as a contractor.  In addition to various college courses, Arthur attended the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors Association (SMACNA) Advanced Business Management Program, the Kauffman Foundation Entrepreneurial Graduate “Runners’ Club” Program and the Kellogg Business Advanced Management Program.

 Today, Arthur is proud of his many accomplishments. He has received the “Contractor of the Year Award” by the Minority Contractors Association of Greater Kansas City, the “Minority Construction Firm of the Year” by the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce and The Curtis A. Franklin Award for “Outstanding Business Person of the Year” by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity.  Arthur has received the “Employer of the Year Award” by the Interfaith Worker Justice of Kansas City Committee and the “Supplier of the Year Award” from the Mid America Minority Supplier Development Council. Arthur has been featured on the cover of the Kansas City Small Business Monthly magazine.

 Arthur appreciates the opportunity to give back to the construction community, as well as the community in which he lives. He has a firm commitment to the young adults of today. “The youth of our communities are the men and women of our future. As leaders and parents we must lead by example. We must constantly show our love and support. We must make every effort to insure that our youth receive the quality education they deserve. Together we will see our communities and this country prosper”.

The following are Boards & Committee positions Arthur has held or is currently holding: