The AWMI Cornerstone Award is given to a company that has shown a commitment to the work of AWMI. In selecting the recipient, a number of criteria are reviewed including membership support across the organization, board participation, speaker accessibility from managers up to the C-suite, and conference sponsorships. Each of the 21 AWMI chapters weighs in to determine the company that best exemplifies the ideals of the Cornerstone Award.
 
At the opening dinner of the conference, AWMI international vice president Donna Peters presented the award to Jeff Moskaluk, vice president and chief commercial officer of SSAB Americas, who accepted the award on behalf of the company.
 
“We always take the time to recognize the volunteers that make AWMI a success, but we felt there was a need to recognize the corporations that support our efforts as well.  Whether it is through the support of their employees that join our chapters and serve on our boards, the time their people offer to speak at our events around the country, or the financial support they provide through corporate membership and sponsorship, AWMI is stronger because of the great companies that support us,” Peters said.
 
Upon accepting the award, Moskaluk said, “SSAB is extremely honored to receive the AWMI Cornerstone Award and, through the award, be recognized for our active participation in AWMI. SSAB has a long history of supporting AWMI with our people taking leadership roles at all levels starting at the local Chapters and moving through the Regions all the way up to the International Board.
 
“Most recently, SSAB’s own Tammy Olt completed her duties as AWMI’s international president and we could not be prouder of her commitment and effort. We are very proud of all of our team members who participate in AWMI and other associations, dedicating their valuable time to be actively involved in leadership roles.
 
“At SSAB we believe that the lessons and skills that our people learn through the AWMI cornerstones of Grow, Educate, Network and Mentor translate well for SSAB and deliver great value within our own organization,” he concluded.
 

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The Association of Women in the Metal Industries (AWMI) is an organization of professionals, founded in California in 1981, to promote and develop the growth of women in the metal industries. AWMI believes that women in similar industries can benefit themselves and their companies through relationships, education and shared knowledge. The programs and activities of AWMI are intended to enhance members' skills and experience, address challenges confronting the industry, and promote members' career growth with the ultimate goal of increasing the number of women employed in the metal industries. Membership is open to both women and men who are seeking to develop all aspects of their professional development and career advancement. For more information, visit www.awmi.org.