Our ​Team

Manufacturers of Transformers, Reactors and Power Quality Solutions

Our Team

One of the first things a visitor notices at the Power Magnetics office in Trenton is the collection of the Brooklyn Bridge artwork covering the walls. “Despite being an electrical engineer, I have always been fascinated by bridges and the Brooklyn Bridge in particular” said Carl A. Bannwart, Power Magnetics’ president. The bridge was one of the great engineering marvels of the 19th century, and, astoundingly, is expected to last to the 22nd century. John Roebling used many groundbreaking innovations in design and construction, and the quality of the engineering speaks for itself. Also, Roebling’s unique vision included an esthetic grace and elegance rarely matched.“As a student of the bridge, I gradually realized its symbolic value – as well as the obvious Trenton connection with the Roeblings and steel – was important to Power Magnetics, and in fact is emblematic of our mission of innovation, engineering, and endurance. We are proud to say that our products are ‘Built like the Brooklyn Bridge’,” stated Carl A. Bannwart.

Carl Bannwart
President

Ilene Pearl Bannwart
CEO and Chairperson of the Board 

Benjamin Guinand
Head Electrical Engineer

​Ben Guinand received his Ph.D. in Magnetics Material from the University Claude Bernard, Lyon, France 2007.
He began working in transformers and inductors in 2008 in Europe developing designs for the railway industry.
Ben joined the PMI team in 2019 as the Lead Electrical Engineer and continues his career in the power transformer industry. Ben is currently in charge of strategic project development for Power Magnetics. 
Ben likes challenges and he is ready to help you in your technical development”
 
In his spare time, Ben is an avid golfer and enjoys many outside activities.

Lisa Miller
​Office/HR Manager

​Lisa graduated from Harry S. Truman in 1983 and continued her education at Mercer County College and Mercer Medical School of Nursing. Having a varied background in the medical field, Lisa decided to pursue other options in office administration. Having joined Power Magnetics in 2017 as the Client Relations Manager, Lisa has taken on the role of Office/Human Resources Manager.
In her free time, Lisa enjoys her family, especially her grandchildren, and is dedicated to animal rescue, fostering many dogs/cats thru multiple animal rescues.

David Rex
​Quality Control Manager

​Dave graduated from Voorhees High School in 1984, where he completed a two-year vocational technical electronics program. He later attended Warren County Community College. He joined the Power Magnetics team in May 2017, bringing with him nearly two decades of experience in magnetics manufacturing and quality assurance, along with eight years’ experience working for companies which developed industrial automation software and controls systems. At PMI, he combined his experience in magnetics and custom software to develop product test programs, real-time quality metrics tracking, and training for production team members.
 
Outside of PMI, Dave enjoys music, bicycling, cooking, and long walks with his dog.  

Mike Avallone
Plant Manager

​Mike graduated from Bloomfield Technical and Vocational in 1978 and then furthered his education at Rutgers University. He has worked in various fields throughout his career providing in-depth knowledge in the machining, sheet metal, electronic and magnetic industries. Mike’s roles have progressed through the years from Supervisor, Manufacturing Manager, Director of Manufacturing and then Vice President of Operations. Mike joined our team in 2018 and has since implemented a one-team culture that is focused on customer satisfaction and meeting daily short and long-term goals.
During his personal time, Mike enjoys spending time with his family. His outside activities include golfing, and many forms of physical fitness.
Mike takes pride in all his accomplishments and is a welcomed asset to PMI.