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2017 Founders Award Recipient – Dr. Neil G. Thompson, Ph.D.
Dr. Neil G. Thompson was selected as the recipient of the 2017 Founders Award for his longstanding vision, countless years of service, and generous financial commitment to STEM education and the corrosion industry during his tenure with the NACE Foundation. A NACE member of more than 40 years, Dr. Thompson is a NACE Fellow, Past […]
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2016 Founders Award Recipient – Hans E. Schmoldt
Mr. Hans E. Schmoldt, Sr. was selected as the recipient of the 2016 Founders Award. As a member of NACE since 1954, Mr. Schmoldt dedicated his life and career to providing services in cathodic protection (CP) until his retirement in 1990. Apart from his long and auspicious career in the corrosion industry, Mr. Schmoldt has […]
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2015 Founders Award Recipient – Dr. Joe H. Payer
Dr. Joe H. Payer was selected as the recipient of the 2015 Founders Award. He is recognized internationally for his expertise in corrosion and materials performance, and for his commitment in promoting corrosion science and education to the future generation of our industry. An active member of NACE and the corrosion community over the years, […]
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2014 Founders Award Recipient – Dr. Aziz I. Asphahani
Dr. Aziz Asphahani was selected as the recipient of the 2014 Founders Award for his heavy influence on corrosion science and education, as well as his longstanding and continued commitment to the mission and goals of the NACE Foundation. A NACE member of more than 40 years, Dr. Asphahani served both on the NACE International […]
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2013 Founders Award Recipient – Pierre Crevolin
Pierre Crevolin was selected as the recipient of the 2013 Founders Award for his long and distinguished history of commitment to the NACE Foundation. Pierre’s service to the Foundation began as a board member in 2004, serving as the NACE Past President representative. While this was Pierre’s first formal position on the Foundation board, he […]
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2012 Founders Award Recipient – Dick Wilson
Richard M. Wilson served on the Board of Directors for the NACE Foundation from 2008 to 2011. During his tenure, he chaired the Development Committee and was active in the fundraising efforts. Through Carboline, Mr. Wilson continues to support the Foundation in its mission to engage students and educators in the field of corrosion science and engineering. His […]
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2011 Founders Award Recipient – Elaine Bowman
Elaine Bowman has been a steadfast advocate for the NACE Foundation since it began as an Endowment Committee within NACE International in the late 1980’s. She led the NACE Foundation as president from 2006–2008 with creative ideas for fundraising and a vision for innovative educational programs. Elaine’s strategy was to create and sustain a viable, vibrant […]
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2009 Founders Award Recipient – Original Endowment Committee for the NACE Foundation
The 2009 award recognizes a group of individuals – the original members of the Endowment Committee, established in 1986, that eventually evolved into the NACE Foundation as we know it today. As the award is named after “The Founders” of the NACE Foundation, it is appropriate that this group of individuals be recognized: Walter […]
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2008 Founders Award Recipient – Walter B. Poff
The 2008 Founders Award was presented to Walter B. Poff. Poff was President of NACE International in 1985-1986 and is a very active member of the Past Presidents’ Council. Through his activities with this prestigious group of past NACE presidents, Poff has been instrumental in the creation of the Past Presidents’ Endowed Scholarship, in memory […]
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2007 Founders Award Recipient – Terry May
The Foundation is proud to honor Terry May as this year’s recipient of the Founders Award. Terry served as the inaugural president of the newly formed NACE Foundation after reorganization of the NACE International Endowment Committee in 2002. His strategic vision has resulted in a thriving organization that is fulfilling its mission to inspire students […]
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