MISSION

The ASA Education Foundation is a self-sustaining organization that serves the PHCP/Industrial PVF industry by researching the education and training needs of the industry.  The Foundation will develop, promote and deliver and/or facilitate programs that will satisfy those needs cost effectively.

PRINCIPLES

• Trained and educated personnel provide a competitive point of difference.
• Education and training add value to working relationships throughout the industry.
• ASA and the Foundation will take the lead in promoting the value and benefits of education and training in the industry.

VALUES

• Effectiveness:  Focus program efforts on programs the Foundation can do well that are unique to the industry.
• Fairness:  Treat all customers and program participants fairly.
• Quality:  Develop programs that are attractive, job-relevant and operationally sound.
• Integrity:  Deliver all programs as promised.
• Respect:  Treat all citizens of the industry with respect in developing, marketing and delivering programs.
• Value:  Provide excellent value relative to other programs in the training market.

ROLES

• Direct provider of product knowledge training, testing, and recognition for the PHCP/Industrial PVF industry.
• Facilitator of the learning process for the Industry's other leading needs.
• A 'third-party provider' of job-driven knowledge stardards, training, testing, and recognition for the industry.
• Facilitator of learning and sharing of information on issues of common concern among companies in the industry.
• Recognize and celebrate the professional development of industry professionals.
• Promoter of training and its positive impacton the PCHP/Industrial PVF Industry.

STRATEGIES

• Education and Training
• Electronic Commerce and Training
• Industry Relations/Fund Development
• Research
• Career Enhancement
• Regional and Special Interest Engagement

2008 OFFICERS

The ASA Education Foundation is governed by a group of dedicated volunteers representing all segments of our industry.  Much of what the Foundation is able to accomplish is driven through the vision and direction of these committed indivials.  During its recent meeting, the Board of Trustees elected the following officers and Trustees:

Jeff Beall
Doug Dillon
Christopher Fasano
Bill Freeman
Frank Garcia
Mark Hanley
John Kirkland
Joe Maiale
David Martin
Jeff New
Jean Preston
Don Robertson

STAFF