Tom Moran was born and raised in Onaway, Michigan. He started Moran Iron Works, after high school graduation in 1978. Today his company specializes in large modular metal fabrication and employs people at locations in Onaway and Rogers City, Michigan.

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Tom also shares his creative passion by making ornamental sculptures and teaching ornamental welding. He shares his metal creations by donating most of his sculptures to non-profit organizations and educational facilities for fundraising opportunities or public display.