Directors Message - Just Scratching the Surface
Posted on Monday, March 25, 2019
As I begin my role as president of
the Powder Coating Institute, I sit
here and think of all the others that I
follow and the impact of the past boards
of directors. Their passion for and
involvement in this association have
brought us to where we are today. Since
becoming involved with PCI, I have met
some incredible individuals who have
truly enriched my knowledge and had
an impact on me professionally and in
lasting friendships. As we start 2019, I
would like to look back and reflect on
our progress and share what has been
evolving within the Powder Coating
Institute.
The heart and soul of our association
is our member companies and the
individuals who represent those
companies. It is those representatives
who make up the committees that
direct the association’s path (or vision)
and mission to promote powder
coating. Our Education Committee
continues to evolve in its efforts to
educate the industry by holding hands-
on training and hosting the annual
Technical Conference. Our Promotions
Committee strives to produce new
and exciting materials to teach users
and consumers about the advantages
of powder coating such as our new
videos. They are also involved with our
publication, Powder Coated Tough. Our
new Technical Committee is tasked
with keeping our technical publications
up to date and is committed to new
developments in non-conductive and
low temperature substrates, while the
Membership Committee works to
grow the association and has plans
in place to increase retention rates by
ensuring members understand the value
of their involvement. The revitalized
Certification Committee is gaining
momentum and is working hard to
grow the number of certified companies
within our custom coater and OEM
membership.
…why wouldn’t you
want to participate
and help shape and
grow the industry in
which we work?
If you believe that the powder
coating market has made major strides
up to this point, the reality is we are
just scratching the surface. There are
so many areas and opportunities for
growth. This is where we need your
assistance and participation if we as
an association want to continue to
grow. Now is the perfect time to join
and become active in our association.
Looking back at the progress PCI
has made, why wouldn’t you want to
participate and help shape and grow the
industry in which we work?
As we begin 2019, the board of
directors, executive director, and PCI
staff look forward to continuing the
push for growth and look forward to
seeing you this April in Orlando, FL,
at the Powder Coating 2019 Technical
Conference and/or in June at the PCI/
CCAI 2019 Joint Annual Meeting in
Hilton Head, SC. In the meantime, if
you have suggestions or questions please
feel free to contact me.
John Sudges
jsudges@midwestfinishing.com
Business Development Manager,
Midwest Finishing Systems