Bud's previous long-time established neon business relationship, and personal rhapport with our local breweries, has enabled our club to not only secure sites for our shows, but has also contributed significantly to the growth and success of our organization, through their continuous ongoing involvement and contribution. This relationship has also benefitted the national collector clubs such as ECBA, ABA and NABA, owing to Bud's  involvement in chairing national conventions in our area for over a quarter century.   These organizations have shown their appreciation for Bud's efforts, by bestowing him with numerous awards of accomplishment.   Having been a breweriana collector for more than 30 years, Bud was instrumental in having his personal early tap knob collection of over 1,000  pieces photograghed by author, George Baley, to provide the basis for the fine and lasting publication entitled "Vintage Beer Tap Markers/Ball  Knobs 1930's-1950's", to become a reality.  His schedule is a robust one, not only involving our hobby, but also his activities as a recording musician/bandleader, who's 8-piece band has toured the eastern half of the US and Canada for the past 40 years!  Bud's also an avid sports enthusiast, his participating activities including ice-hockey and golf.  Bud has been Vice President for eight years and can be reached at 412-264-5540 or email Bud .