The heart of the Awards and Personalization Association is our dedicated and passionate team of volunteers. Committees are composed of retailer and supplier members who are committed to furthering the mission of the association and its members. If you are interested in participating on a committee, please submit a volunteer form.

Education Committee

Committee Chair: Mark Warren, CRM, American Awards & Promotions

• Delivers educational programming to members that is timely and relevant.
• Identifies the educational needs of the industry and develops programs to deliver the information through a variety of mediums.
• Oversees the continuing education program, which awards the Certified Recognition Specialist and Certified Recognition Master designations.

Trade Show Committee

Committee Chair: Jeanette Brewer-Richardson, CRS, Engraving Concepts

• Provides attendees at the International Awards & Personalization Expo and regionally held Expos with cutting-edge education, a plethora of networking opportunities and a forum to further your business goals.

Membership Committee

Committee Chair: John Stangle, CRM, Creative Awards & Screen Printing

• Ensures that members of the association receive value from their membership.
• Recruits new members and retains current members by delivering programs and benefits that have a positive impact on members’ businesses.

Communications Committee

Committee Chair: Dan Bencsik, Bux-Mont Awards

• Influences the publishing of the monthly magazine, Insights, by ensuring the content of the publication provides value to its readers.

Awards Committee

Committee Chair: Brian Martin, CRM, Winner's Choice Inc.

• Oversees the selection of the prestigious Gold Obelisk award recipients as well as Product Contests, which recognize the amazing creativity of extraordinary retailer and supplier members.