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Join with us in recognizing outstanding SMTA members and nominate a colleague or company for one of the prestigious 2008 SMTA awards. There are many members who have given their time, energy, and expertise to ensure the success of both the SMTA and the industry. The 2008 nomination deadline is Friday, June 27.
The following awards are presented each year at SMTA International:
SMTA+ Corporate Award
Presented to an SMTA corporate member company that has shown exceptional support of the SMTA. This award is not to be based on a product or process, but rather on ways that a company has contributed to the SMTA, for example, attendance at technical programs, support of chapter or national leaders, encouragement and support of participating members, etc.
Member of Technical Distinction Award
Presented to a member who has made significant and continuing contributions to the SMTA over a period of at least three years. Minimum criteria for this award includes being a member of a technical committee, a member who has presented technical papers or conducted a course at local, regional or national conferences.
Founder’s Award
Presented to a person who has made exceptional contributions to the industry, as well as support and service to the SMTA. The recipient must be an SMTA member for a minimum of three years prior to the award.
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Excellence in Leadership Award
Presented to a person who has shown exceptional dedication to the SMTA, generally a leader at the national, international, or chapter level. As a result of their actions the association has been improved, programs expanded upon, or significant progress made in achieving the SMTA mission. The recipient must be an SMTA member for a minimum of three years prior to the award.
International Leadership Award
Presented to a person who has provided exceptional support and leadership to the SMTA’s international members, chapters, or educational programs. This person’s efforts have resulted in the further development and maturation of the SMTA network, chapters, and programs outside of the USA. The recipient must be an SMTA member for a minimum of two years prior to the award.
Contact SMTA administrator JoAnn Stromberg for more information on SMTA awards or with any questions or concerns.
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During the 2007 Annual Meeting at SMTA International, the association honored members who have shown exceptional service to the association and the industry.
 The FOUNDER’S AWARD honors individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the industry as well as support and service to the SMTA. This year’s award was presented to Jeff Kennedy(left), Director Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, Celestica, Inc. Jeff joined SMTA in 1988, and was a driving force in the Upper Midwest Chapter. He held officer positions there including President, Treasurer, and Vice President Technical Programs. Jeff has also been involved nationally in SMTA conferences, including SMTA International and the Pan Pac, as a speaker as well as Chair and Co-Chair. While serving on the SMTAI committee he has the responsibility for developing the manufacturing/assembly track of papers. In addition to this, Jeff launched and chaired SMTA’s Medical Electronics Conference for its first two years. When one thinks of leadership and dedication to the SMTA and the industry over MANY years, Jeff Kennedy is the name that comes to the forefront.
 The MEMBER OF TECHNICAL DISTINCTION AWARD recognizes individuals who have made significant and continuing contributions to the SMTA. This year our Awards Committee selected two individuals to receive the Member of Technical Distinction Award. The first award honors Andrew Mawer, Manager, Packaging Analysis Lab, Freescale Semiconductor. Andrew joined the SMTA in 1997 and has taken an active role in “sharing the knowledge” ever since. He has been an extremely active participant in SMTA International by serving on the SMTAI Technical Committee. For nine years he has overseen the development of the advanced packaging track Andrew has also presented a paper at almost every SMI/SMTAI conference. Two of these papers won the “best of conference” or “best of proceedings” awards. Andrew has taught courses for the SMTA Academy program and serves on the Advanced Packaging Workshop Committee. Andrew is also very active with the Austin CTEA chapter where he has served tirelessly as both as the chapter Vice President and also President.
 Our second MEMBER OF TECHNICAL DISTINCTION AWARD honors Dr. Krishnaswami Srihari(left) of SUNY Binghamton. Krishnaswami Srihari is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Systems Science and Industrial Engineering at the Watson School, SUNY, Binghamton, NY. He has been a member of the SMTA for the past seven years. “Hari” has been an active member of the SMTA since 2000. His most significant contribution to the SMTA from a technical standpoint is the support he has given to the next generation by serving as the driving force and faculty advisor to the Binghamton University SMTA Student Chapter. Hari has touched many, many students by teaching hundreds (perhaps a thousand) students in SMT processes and professional practice. Hari is currently serving the SMTA nationally as a member of the SMTA’s Corporate Advisory Council. Additionally, he has authored or co-authored papers, as well as presented many of them at numerous SMTA conferences.
 The EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP AWARD honors SMTA members who stand out as strong leaders in the Association. The 2007 recipient of this award is Michelle Ogihara(left) of Seika Machinery, Inc. She joined the SMTA in 2001 and has been an active member from that date forward. She has shown outstanding support and dedication to our LA/Orange County SMTA Chapter and SMTA National. She is currently serving a second term as President of the chapter. Her enthusiasm and energy shows no bounds. She is a great leader who has gone above and beyond her job description and has come up with innovative ideas to increase membership, involve more corporate members and secure top-notch speakers at chapter meetings.. Nationally, Michelle Ogihara serves on the SMTA International Exhibitors Committee, Chapter Leaders Committee, and is the 2007 Co-Chair of SMTA’s MSD Council. Michelle’s most admirable trait is her way of making those who meet her feel her genuine concern and love of people.
 The EXELLENCE IN INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP AWARD was presented to Richard Short(left) of Indium Corporation of America for his continuous commitment to SMTA with regard to our international focus. Rick has been a member of the SMTA for over 20 years. During that time he has volunteered countless hours to the SMTA, most recently through the Marketing Committee and SMTAI Exhibitor Committee. He helped drive the recent campaign to promote the upcoming SMTAI Orlando event and additionally, he created and developed the “Live Chat Room” program that is unique to this exhibition. Over the years Rick has led meetings, facilitated committee discussions, and worked closely with executives behind-the-scenes. He worked with individuals in both Australia and Malaysia to facilitate the creation of SMTA opportunities and chapters in those countries. He then consulted with these local chapters to promote their programs to the SMT industry in those regions. Most recently Rick secured key domain name addresses and designed the initial SMTA Penang website.
 The SMTA+ CORPORATE PARTNERSHIP AWARD was presented to Celestica, Inc. headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The award was accepted by Celestica Vice President, John Sloan(left) and presented by Joseph Belmonte(right). Celestica joined the SMTA as Corporate Member in 1995, and was one of the first companies to sign up for our SMTA Global Membership. During this time they have supported local chapter officers as well as a member of our national SMTA Board of Directors. Over the years Celestica has been an active supporter of ALL SMTA technical programs and conferences. This ranges from participation on the SMTAI Technical Committee to serving as chairs, co-chairs and speakers at almost every conference the SMTA has offered. Over the years hundreds of Celestica engineers and technicians have attended our programs with 16 of their engineers receiving certification from the SMTA. This is higher than any other EMS company in the world.
 The CHAPTER OF THE YEAR AWARD recognizes an SMTA chapter that has shown exemplary commitment to our objective…“Sharing the Knowledge”. The overall rating of each chapter is measured in the following areas: membership growth, regular meeting scheduling, timely reporting and communication, creative and informative technical programming, special projects, contributions and volunteer service on SMTA committees. Congratulations to this year’s winner …LA/Orange!
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