The IPC Raymond E. Pritchard Hall of Fame Award

The IPC Raymond E. Pritchard Hall of Fame Award is given to individuals in recognition of the highest level of achievement, extraordinary contributions and distinguished service to IPC and in the advancement of the industry, including the creation of a spirit of mutual esteem, respect and recognition among members consistent with the goals and mission of IPC on a long-term basis. This is the highest level of recognition that IPC can give to an individual and is based on exceptional merit over a long-term basis, the operative imperative being long term.

Next presentation: Week of April 8, 2024 at IPC APEX EXPO®.

The IPC Peter Sarmanian Corporate Recognition Award

The IPC Peter Sarmanian Corporate Recognition Award honors and recognizes an IPC member corporation (or appropriate division) in the printed circuit board industry (supplier, board manufacturer, or OEM) that has made contributions to the printed circuit board industry, while demonstrating support of IPC through participation in technical and/or management programs. While it is individuals who volunteer their time and talent, corporate support can be critical to any individual (or group of individuals) continuing to participate. This award recognizes companies who have not been content to "let the other guy do it," but who have actively made our industry better. The award is named for former IPC Board Chairman Peter Sarmanian, former president of Printed Circuit Corp. Companies may receive this award more than once.

Next presentation: Week of April 8, 2024 at IPC APEX EXPO®.

The IPC Stan Plzak Corporate Recognition Award

The IPC Stan Plzak Corporate Recognition Award honors and recognizes an IPC member corporation (or appropriate division) in the electronics assembly industry (supplier, EMS company, or OEM) that has made contributions to the electronics assembly industry, while demonstrating support of IPC through participation in technical and/or management programs. While it is individuals who volunteer their time and talent, corporate support can be critical to any individual (or group of individuals) continuing to contribute. This award recognizes companies who have not been content to "let the other guy do it," but who have actively made our industry better. The award is named for former IPC Board Chairman Stanley Plzak, former president of Pensar Corporation, and a founding member of the IPC Electronics Manufacturing Services Industry Management Council. Companies may receive this award more than once.

Next presentation: Week of April 8, 2024 at IPC APEX EXPO®.

The Dieter Bergman IPC Fellowship Award

The Dieter Bergman IPC Fellowship Award is given to individuals who have fostered a collaborative spirit, made significant contributions to standards development, and have consistently demonstrated a commitment to global standardization efforts and the electronics industry. Each recipient will be eligible to bestow the Dieter Bergman Memorial Scholarship upon the university or college of his/her choice.

Next presentation: Week of April 8, 2024 at IPC APEX EXPO®.

The IPC President's Award

The IPC President’s Award is given to IPC members who have exhibited ongoing leadership in IPC and have made significant contributions of their time and talent to the association and the electronics interconnect industry. Individuals can receive this award only once.

Next presentation: Week of April 8, 2024 at IPC APEX EXPO®.

The IPC Rising Star Award

The IPC Rising Star Award is given to IPC members who have taken leadership roles and provided support to IPC standards, education, advocacy and solutions to industry challenges. Their contributions have made significant impact upon IPC and industry within the past five years and will continue to have a lasting impact for many years to come.

Next presentation: Week of April 8, 2024 at IPC APEX EXPO®.

IPC Excellence in Education Award

The IPC Excellence in Education Award is given to individuals who have made significant contributions and demonstrated leadership in workforce development while building a culture of continuous learning within their organization and across the electronics industry.

Next presentation: Week of April 8, 2024 at IPC APEX EXPO®.

Goldman-Kessler Committee Leader of the Year Award

The Goldman-Kessler Commitee Leader of the Year Award, named for two IPC Hall of Famers who were longtime and significant committee leaders, Patty Goldman and Bernie Kessler, is awarded to leaders of the year.  This award is presented to committee chairs upon completion of a standard or specific program. Any chair is eligible. This award can be given more than once. This award can also be presented to an outgoing chairman who has made contributions over a period of time.

Next presentation: Week of April 6, 2024 at IPC APEX EXPO

Hillman-Lambert Committee Volunteer of the Year Award

The Hillman-Lambert Committee Volunteer of the Year Award, named for IPC Hall of Famers and longtime standards committee volunteers David Hillman and Leo Lambert, is awarded to volunteers of the year. The award is presented to IPC committee members who have made an exceptional contribution to a specific standard or other IPC program. Any person who is actively involved on an IPC committee is eligible, except members of the board of directors. This award can be given more than once. Exceptional contributions include consistent participation through attendance or regular contributions; ballot submission; and having significant impact on a document or project.

Next presentation: Week of April 8, 2024 at IPC APEX EXPO