IPC Introduces New Committee Leader and Committee Volunteer Awards at IPC APEX EXPO 2023

Bob Cooke, Michael Ford, and Christina Rutherford take top honors

In keeping with its commitment to showing appreciation for its strong volunteer community, IPC introduced two new awards in IPC standards development at IPC APEX EXPO 2023. The awards, Committee Leader of the Year and Volunteer of the Year, were named in honor of key leaders and volunteers from IPC standards development efforts.

IPC Design Competition Champion Crowned at IPC APEX EXPO 2023

Last week at IPC APEX EXPO in San Diego, Calif, five competitors squared off to determine who was the best of the best at PCB design.

Electronics Industry Continues to Show Resiliency Despite Rising Labor Costs and Recruiting Difficulties

IPC releases January economic outlook and sentiment of the global electronics supply chain reports

According to IPC’s January Sentiment of the Global Electronics Manufacturing Supply Chain report, 75 percent of electronics manufacturers are experiencing rising material costs, while 74 percent indicate that labor costs are on the rise.

Coreen Blaylock, Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control, Earns IPC Excellence in Education Award

In recognition of her significant contributions and leadership in workforce development while building a culture of continuous learning within her organization and the electronics industry, Coreen (Cory) Blaylock, Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control, earned an IPC Excellence in Education Award at IPC APEX EXPO 2023.

Three Industry Rising Stars Recognized at IPC APEX EXPO 2023

In recognition of their leadership roles and support of IPC standards, education, advocacy, and solutions to industry challenges, three of the industry’s best and brightest were presented with an IPC Rising Star Award at IPC APEX EXPO 2023. Award recipients were Sarah Czaplewski-Campbell, Paige Fiet, and Christina Trussell.         

Three Long-time IPC Volunteers Receive Dieter Bergman IPC Fellowship Award

Three IPC volunteers who have fostered a collaborative spirit, made significant contributions to standards development, and have consistently demonstrated a commitment to global standardization efforts, were presented with a Dieter Bergman IPC Fellowship award at IPC APEX EXPO 2023.