Lori Mraz has been appointed as the new Executive Director of the Billiard and Bowling Institute of America. The appointment will take effect on February 1, 2026.
Mraz takes over the role from Barb Peltz, who led the organization after the passing of longtime Executive Director Bill Supper in 2023. Peltz served in the position during a transitional period and supported the process of selecting the next leader for the association.
Mraz brings long-standing experience from within the bowling industry. She previously served on the BBIA Board of Directors between 2003 and 2008 and was elected BBIA President in 2007. During that time, she was involved in shaping the structure of the association’s annual convention, including the meeting format that is still used today.
In addition to her work with BBIA, Mraz has spent more than three decades with Turbo 2-N-1 Grips, where she has held several leadership roles since the company was founded in 1991. She served as company president until 2020 and currently works as Director of Marketing.
Her industry involvement also includes long-term service with several bowling organizations.
Vice Chairman of the International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame Board of Trustees since 2008.
She has also contributed to advisory boards and committees connected to pro shops, league bowling programs, and major tournaments.
Mraz is also a member of PBA League Bowler Certification Advisory Board.
