About NCHPBA

NCHPBA is an affiliate of the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association, Inc. The Northcentral Region includes: North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and the UP of Michigan.

NCHPBA is governed by a Board of Directors who serve a two-year term of office. 

The current 2026-2027 Officers:

• President: Jeremy Johannsen (Manufacturer) Hearth & Home Technologies, IA
• Vice President: Matt Neumyer (Retailer), Chimney Concepts/Fire Factory, WI 
• Treasurer: Brent Buchan, (Retailer) Energy Products & Design, NE
• Secretary: Tony Leggett, (Distributor) Fireplace Professionals, SD
• HPBA Board Representative: Paul Nigon (Manufacturer) Napoleon, MN

Directors:

• Adam Ostrosky – Woodland Stoves & Fireplaces, Minneapolis, MN
• Jim Meier - Mid-America Sales, Neenah, WI
• Bill Schug – Merrill Sheet Metal Works, Merrill, WI

Committee Chairmen at a glance:

• Marketing: Bill Schug
• Events/Education: Paul Nigon/Brent Buchan
• Government & External Forces: Matt Neumyer
• Membership: Jim Meier