Celebrating Leadership In Maritime With MK President Angela Dyer McVeay

This year, Marine Log recognized MK Industries’ President, Angela Dyer McVeay, as one of the Top Women in Maritime — a distinction that underscores not only her personal achievements, but also the rising influence of women in an industry long defined by tradition and grit.

For nearly three decades, Angela has led MK Industries with a steady hand, proving that trust and performance are not opposing forces, but inseparable drivers of long-term success. Under her leadership, MK has expanded its national footprint while remaining true to its core mission: providing the skilled workforce that keeps America’s shipyards and infrastructure strong.

In the exclusive interview below, Angela reflects on:

• The evolution of MK Industries from a family-founded company to a national leader in skilled trades staffing.

• How people-centered leadership is reshaping the maritime workforce.

• Her vision for the future of shipbuilding and the role women will play in defining it.

This recognition by Marine Log is more than a personal honor — it is a signal of the industry’s future. As Angela notes, “The workforce of tomorrow will demand not just technical excellence, but resilience, creativity, and trust. That is where we are headed.”

Read the full interview here https://www.marinelog.com/views/qas/qa-angela-dyer-mcveay-on-shaping-maritimes-workforce/