Membership Memo - Connections Lead to Friendships
Posted on Monday, March 25, 2019
I have participated as a PCI member for 20 of my 35 years
in the coatings industry. My involvement has encompassed
serving on several committees, as both a participant and
chairperson, and serving as a PCI board member for the last
five years. The experience has been both fun and beneficial in
enhancing my job as a polymer supplier in this industry.
The greatest benefits I have gained from my PCI
involvement have come from the networking opportunities
that enable me to meet other professionals in the powder
coating industry, from raw material suppliers to powder
coating manufacturers and applicators. Over the years,
there have been several occasions where I was able to
quickly reach out to fellow members I’d met along the way
to obtain an answer to a technical question or gain insight
on new trends or practices in the industry. Without my PCI
connections, this useful information might otherwise have
been missed.
PCI produces a variety of educational offerings and
resources. While of value to all PCI members, I especially
encourage those new to the industry to take advantage of the
association’s offerings. Without a doubt, they will accelerate
your overall knowledge of the powder coatings market.
Of course, I have experienced many professional benefits
as a result of my PCI membership and involvement. However,
the many great friendships that I can attribute to my
involvement in the PCI organization are just as valuable. It
has made doing my job both more enjoyable and efficient.
Paul West, director of marketing, Sun Polymers International Inc.