Jeff Noruk’s career began as a welding engineer for P&H (Komatsu) and since has worked for 45 years in all facets of welding automation. Presently, Jeff is President of Servo Robot Corp., a leading supplier of laser vision camera systems for robot guidance and weld inspection. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Welding Engineering from The Ohio State University and is an active member of AWS D16 (Robotic and Welding standards committee) and D8 (Automotive Welding standards committee) as well as a CWI and PE.

Todd Alwood is the Vice President of Membership and Certification with AISC and oversees program activities for each department. He promotes AISC Certification to the construction industry and helps educate engineers, architects, and owners about its benefits. Todd has been with the Association for over 20 years, and before joining AISC, Todd was a consulting engineer.

Shanen Aranmór, MS, CWI/CWE, is a passionate advocate for skilled trades with over a decade of experience in promoting American manufacturing and fabrication. After transitioning from a college wellness professor to a welding and industrial technology expert, she founded Weld Like A Girl™ in 2017, offering public classes, community welding projects, and welder qualification services. Shanen's work has earned her multiple accolades, including the 2023 Dalton E. Hamilton Memorial CWI of the Year Award and the US Small Business Association Arizona Women in Business Champion Award. She also plays a vital role in Project MFG, supported by the US Department of Defense, where she helps elevate the trades and inspire the next generation of skilled workers.

Brent E. Boling is currently the Quality Assurance Manager for Cives Steel Company – SouthWest Division in El Mirage, AZ. Formerly the President of Arc-Tech Welding, Inc/Arc-Tech Welding Inspections from 1996-2025 in Dewey, AZ. A career in welding that began in 1975 and has continued through many sectors of the welding industry. Currently an AWS/CWI with AWS Bolting Endorsement combined with past and/or current certifications with ICC Structural Steel Welding and Bolting, ASNT VT & MT Level II, and City of LA Deputy Inspector for Steel Construction.

Brent serves as 1st Vice Chair of the B1 Methods of Inspection Committee and serves on it’s subcommittees for B1.10, B1.11, & the Welding Inspection Handbook. He has also served on a sub committee for the Certification and Qualification Committee at the National Level and is a founding member of the organizing committee for the Inspections Expo and Conference. He is also the 2nd Vice Chair of the AWS/AZ Section and has served in other offices in AZ including Chairman and received the Dalton Hamilton CWI of the Year Award twice for both AZ Section and District 21. Brent is the author of several articles in AWS Inspections Trends and a regular speaker at IEC, FabTech, and other conferences and seminars.

Luke Faulkner is the Director of Technology Integration for the American Institute of Steel Construction where he focuses on technology implementation and advancement for the structural steel industry. Among other areas, his focus is on Artificial Intelligence, Augmented Reality, BIM, and Additive Manufacturing. Prior to AISC, Luke was a project manager and estimator in the MEP industry, also with a focus on technology. He received a bachelor of science in Building Construction Management from Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN.

Larry Is the owner of Kruth Engineering, LLC. He is a consultant on a broad range of consulting services for steel construction, including Steel Fabrication, Steel Erection, Safety, Quality, and Connection Design. Previously he was AISC Vice President of Engineering and Research. He has over forty years of structural engineering experience and is a Registered Professional Engineer in Michigan and Pennsylvania. He has served on the AISC Board of Directors and as the Chair of the AISC TC-12 Quality Control & Assurance Specification Committee. Member of the AISC Safety Committee, AISC Research Committee, AISC TC-6 Connection Design Specification Committee, AISC Full Specification Committee, and the Research Council on Structural Connections. Appointed to the MIOSHA Part 26, Structural Steel Erection Advisory Committee, and MIOSHA Part 10, Lifting & Digging Advisory Committee. He was named the 2011 Structural Engineer of the Year by the Structural Engineers Association of Michigan.

Ricky L. Morgan is the President of FlawTech America, LLC.in Concord, North Carolina USA. He has over 35 years of experience in providing NDT Inspections to the Amusement Park, Construction, Infrastructure, Marine, Petro-chemical and Power Industries. Has been a ASNT NDT LIII since 1992 and holds 3 Methods in MT, PT and UT. He was integral to the evaluation of hundreds of Buildings and other assets in the Los Angeles area after the 1994 Northridge Earthquake. Some of his most recent landmark projects include the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge, the Las Vegas High Roller, Disney Star Wars “Galaxy’s Edge for both Parks and the New Rams/Charger (SOFI) Stadium. He is a Past President and Chairperson of ASNT. Past Chair of the Greater Los Angeles Section (2000) and currently on the Board of Directors for the Charlotte Section (2022-2023). He is currently serving on the ASNT Board of Directors (Director at Large, Ethics, Advocacy, Leadership & Work force Development Committees, etc.) Section Operations Council, Infrastructure Committee, Ultrasonic Committee - Chair & Coordinator for the 4th edition of the UT Handbook; GPR Committee, Technician Advisory Committee and the SNT-TC-1A Review Committee among others. He has received the ASNT Lou DeValerio Technician of the Year Award in 1998, ASNT Fellow in 2003, ASNT Mentoring Award in 2009 and the ASNT Phillip D. Johnson Honorary Member Award in 2016. He is a 32-year member of the American Welding Society and CWI since 1996. He is also a member of the British Institute for NDT.

Lee A. Pielaet, holding certifications as CWI, CWE, and CQA, serves as the president of Pioneer Steel Services, Inc., a firm dedicated to offering consulting services for organizations pursuing AISC (American Institute of Steel Construction) certification. With an impressive background spanning over 45 years in the industry, Pielaet possesses significant knowledge in welding inspection and structural bolting. Under his guidance, Pioneer Steel Services provides a variety of services, including the development of Quality Management Systems (QMS) specifically designed to comply with AISC certification requirements. Additionally, the company acts as an authorized dealer for Skidmore-Wilhelm, supplying bolt tension indicators and associated consulting services.

Pielaet also boasts considerable experience in AISC auditing, having performed over 1,100 AISC audits during his professional journey. His specialization lies in assisting steel erection and fabrication firms in obtaining, managing, and enhancing their AISC certifications. This extensive experience establishes him as a pivotal figure in the industry, offering essential assistance in navigating the intricate demands of AISC certifications, particularly in the establishment of Quality Management Systems (QMS) that align with these standards.

Andy Shingledecker is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the energy sector, specializing in operations, management, and quality assurance/quality control. QA/QC, Senior Welding Inspector, Chief Inspector and Construction Manager. He is working with Applied Consultants, Inc., whom he was previously with for eight years. He is currently on a project for National Fuel Gas.

With a strong background in business development and client relations, Andy has successfully managed projects exceeding $20 million and led teams across various locations. His expertise includes pipeline integrity management, contract negotiation, and public speaking. Andy is also a certified welding inspector and a Level 2 certified coating inspector, underscoring his technical proficiency.

Andy holds degrees in Business Administration from the University of Oklahoma and Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wyoming. His career is marked by a commitment to ethical leadership, mentoring, and continuous improvement, making him a valuable asset in any professional setting.

David currently serves as Mechanical Technologies Department Chairman and Welding Program Coordinator at Moraine Valley Communitee College. Outside of teaching he is a CWI, CWE,and CW with Techno-Weld Welding Consultants. Dave has extensive knowledge of welding processes, code applications, and interpretation. In the last five years, has taught several D17.1 Aerospace code clinics at FabTech, privately held military contractors, and aerospace firms. Dave is the past chairman of the AWS Chicago Section and incoming District 13 Director.

Amanda L. Young currently serves as Vice President, ASNT Level III, and CWI for McNDT Pipeline, Ltd., a mobile nondestructive testing firm. She has more than 17 years' experience working in multiple NDT methods and currently oversees operations in Illinois, Indiana, Georgia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In addition to her role at McNDT, Amanda is a certified welding educator and teaches SMAW and metallurgy. Amanda's dedication to the field extends beyond her professional commitments. She volunteers as Chairman for the American Welding Society's Chicago Section and currently serves as the 2nd Vice Chair of the QCWI: Welding Inspectors Committee.