PCI Foundation Board of Trustees-PCI Foundation Board of Trustees

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The PCI Foundation Board of Trustees presentation, moderated by Nicole Clow and introduced by PCI President Bob Risser, outlined the foundation's 24-year history, mission, and upcoming strategic initiatives. Monty Orlein, Chair of the Board of Trustees, emphasized the foundation’s role in student education through hands-on programs in architecture, engineering, and construction management, reaching thousands of students annually with over 40,000 contact hours. Despite successes, the foundation has faced funding and confidence challenges, prompting a new strategic plan focused on restoring industry trust and ensuring consistent funding.<br /><br />The plan proposes a $1 million annual budget, increasing program support including about 30 educational programs, executive director staffing, and expanded scholarships. Funding would be a mandatory assessment on PCI producers, associates, and erectors, scaled by plant size and crew numbers, with strict financial separation and transparency between PCI and the foundation. The goal is a coordinated approach, enhanced collaboration with PCI staff, and innovative programming to maintain industry leadership and better storytelling of the foundation's impact.<br /><br />Audience questions addressed logistics on funding, legal considerations, program scope, and communication plans, confirming that no decision is final yet and the proposal requires PCI Board approval. Recruitment for an executive director is underway to manage expanded operations. Overall, the initiative seeks to empower the next generation, ensure long-term program sustainability, and strengthen industry ties through education.

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PCI Foundation

Board of Trustees

strategic initiatives

student education

funding challenges

educational programs

industry trust

executive director recruitment