Mark Bus of ATAS receives Forty Under 40 Award

Mark serves on the Metal Roofing Alliance board, the board of St. Joseph the Worker School and is a member of the Lehigh Career and Technical Institute’s occupational advisory council for pre-engineering.

The Forty Under 40 awards program recognizes the future leaders of the Lehigh Valley Pennsylvania area who are under the age of 40. These individuals are not only achieving success in their careers but giving back in meaningful ways to the Lehigh Valley community. Mark Bus, national sales manager of ATAS International, Inc. received this award on September 11, 2025. 

Forty Under 40 honorees are selected by a panel of judges made up of prior year Forty Under 40 honorees and the Lehigh Valley Business leadership team.  Nominations, applications and letters of recommendation are judged on documented professional accomplishments and civic involvement.

The Forty Under 40 awards program identifies and honors rising stars in the Lehigh Valley's business community, recognizing young leaders in the area. Nominees must show significant achievements and professional excellence within their respective fields and demonstrate a strong civic commitment and positive contributions to the Greater Lehigh Valley community. The award serves to honor accomplishments while also highlighting the future potential of these young leaders. 

In addition to his position at ATAS, Mark serves on the national Metal Roofing Alliance board, and the board of St. Joseph the Worker School in Orefield, Pennsylvania. He also is on the facility committee for St. Joseph the Worker School. Mark is an Eagle Scout, a member of the Lehigh Career and Technical Institute’s occupational advisory council for pre-engineering and after hours, can often be found coaching his daughters’ sports team.

Jim Bush, ATAS’ vice president of sales and marketing, said, “I’ve worked with Mark for many years now, and have witnessed his career progression within ATAS.  He has held several positions within the company, and each promotion has been well-earned with his significant achievements and professional excellence. With his volunteerism and strong community commitment, along with his dedication to the growth of ATAS, Mark is more than qualified to receive this Forty Under 40 award.” 

About ATAS International, Inc.

Founded in 1963, ATAS International, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of metal roofing, wall cladding, ceilings, perimeter edge metal and accessories. The ATAS portfolio features an expansive selection of products available in aluminum, steel, zinc, stainless steel and copper. Standard profiles include narrow and wide ribbed wall panels, corrugated styles, architectural plate systems, standing seam and batten seam roof systems, metal shingles, shakes, tiles and more. Additional options include curved, tapered and perforated panels; concealed or exposed fasteners; smooth or embossed textures; horizontal and vertical applications; and a choice of over 40 stock colors with 70% PVDF finish.

With sustainability at the forefront of modern building design, ATAS proudly supports green building objectives with high performance solutions, such as solar-ready roof panels, insulated metal panels, cool roofing products and solar air heating wall panels. The ATAS team consists of product and market specialists that provide a high level of support for your project, from initial discovery and design to installation.  ATAS has two ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing locations in the United States: the headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania and their facility in Mesa, Arizona.  ATAS also has a second location in Allentown, Pennsylvania and one in University Park, Illinois.  On March 18, 2025, ATAS expanded its portfolio with Metalwërks® Architectural Plate Systems, located in Elkton, Maryland.  

For more information about ATAS International, please visit www.atas.com or call 610.395.8445.