Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association Announces Receipients of Scholarship

The Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA) has announced the recipients of the 2026 Michael Tierney Scholarship, recognizing three students for their academic achievement, leadership, initiative, and career goals aligned with the builders hardware industry. The recipients were announced during BHMA’s Annual Fall Meeting in Salt Lake City.

The scholarship reflects BHMA’s commitment to education, workforce development, and the future of the builders hardware industry by supporting students pursuing post-secondary education in related fields. Established in honor of Michael Tierney, the scholarship recognizes his more than 30 years of dedicated service to BHMA, including more than 20 years as Standards Director, where he led the development and advancement of industry standards. 

The 2026 Michael Tierney Scholarship recipients 

• Ilian Baslé, Rutgers University, master’s student in product design, is expected to graduate in May 2029. BHMA member sponsor: Hager Companies.
• Sarah Durning, Syracuse University, senior studying mechanical engineering, is expected to graduate in May 2027. BHMA member sponsor: dormakaba.
• Adrian Kaleb Navarro Terrazas, University of Connecticut, junior studying robotics engineering, expected to graduate in May 2028. BHMA member sponsor: Allegion.

“It is an honor to recognize these exceptional students through this new scholarship program named for Michael Tierney,” says Justin Crotzer, president of BHMA. “BHMA hopes to inspire the next generation of industry professionals to pursue innovation, integrity, and service while carrying forward Michael’s enduring legacy."