Technical and Engineering Communities Sector
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About
TEC Sector Mission & Vision
MissionTo advance engineering, deliver technical content, and provide growth opportunities to our diverse community
Vision
To be the preeminent technical community that delivers solutions to meet evolving global challenges, by empowering our members
Get involved with the Technical Divisions and Research Committees
Connect with the TEC Council by visiting the TEC Sector LinkedIn Group Page
For any general questions regarding TEC Operations, email us at asmetec@asme.org
Leadership
Senior Vice President I July 2022- June 2025
Vicki Risinger
Vice Chair I October 2021- June 2024
Tom Lavertu
Vice Chair I November 2021- June 2023
Columbia Mishra
Member-at-Large I December 2021- June 2024
Damian Vogt
Member-at-Large I December 2021- June 2023
Angelique Vesey
Staff Contact I May 2022- Open
Krishna Hernandez
Staff Contact I October 2020- Open
Technology Groups
Chair: Frank Michell
Staff Contact: April Tone
Mission/Vision/Purpose
- Go where no one has gone before by identifying synergy in new advanced technologies and traditional generation systems
- CETG will provide guidance on our national energy strategy based on sound engineering, economic and technology considerations.
Digitalization Technology Group
Chair: Kieran Kavanaugh
Staff Contact: Jamie Hart
Strategic Objectives of the Group
- To Launch and incubate ASME Initiatives around Digitalization
- To serve as an ASME Center of Expertise in Digitalization Energy Sources and Processing Technology Group
Chair: Taylor Shie
Staff Contact: Jamie Hart
Vision: To enable, accelerate and guide successful ASME portfolio of Energy Sources and Processing technical events and content that impact the Oil and Gas market
Mission: To be the global leader in the Oil and Gas markets for technical content and events
Gas Turbine Technology Group
Chair: Sean Bradshaw
Staff Contact: Laura Herrera
Vision: To be the world’s leading convener and communicator of gas turbine technology and related innovation that benefit society.
Mission: To advance clean, reliable, and affordable gas turbine technologies by
- building a global technical community for knowledge sharing,
- promoting thought leadership and professional development, and
- inspiring innovation in emerging fields.
Intelligent Manufacturing Technology Group
Chair: Janis Terpenny
Staff Contact: Barbara Zlatnik
Vision: Serve as a driving visionary group (think tank) that inspires and engages interdisciplinary communities to advance Manufacturing Competitiveness and Supply Chain Resiliency through Intelligent Manufacturing.
Mission: The creation of awareness, advancement of education, and promotion of research, demonstration and adoption of Intelligent Manufacturing
Nano Engineering Technology Group
Chair: Jun Liu
Staff Contact: April Tone
Vision: To identify synergistic opportunities and platforms for nanoengineering contributions in advanced technologies and next-generation systems in energy, fluids, mechanics, materials, design and manufacturing
Mission: To promote and catalyze the creation of collaborative activities in nanotechnology, nanoengineering and nanoscience within the ASME community across all sectors (divisions, technical group, research committees)
Robotics Technology Group
Chair: Gloria Wiens
Staff Contact: Barbara Zlatnik
Mission/Vision & Purpose
Serve as a Think-Tank to incentivize the creation of a synergy within ASME Robotics Community across all sectors, division and/or technical committees
Space Exploration and Habitats Technology Group
Chair: Mina Pelegri
Staff Contact: Angelique Vesey
Vision: To position ASME as a premier expert organization in the field of space technologies closely related to the mechanical engineering profession
Mission: To identify opportunities for product and membership development and provide guidance and expert resources to enable opportunity growth inside and outside of ASME
Interested in a Technology Group? Reach out by clicking here or email us at asmetec@asme.org
Honors & Awards
TEC Sector Awards are Administered by the TEC Sector Council or Jointly Administered by the TEC Sector Council and One or More Other TEC Sector Groups
Dedicated Service Award
Nomination Deadline: December 1
Richard J. Goldstein Energy Lecture Award
Nomination Deadline: February 1
James Harry Potter Gold Medal
Nomination Deadline: February 1
Calvin W. Rice Lecture Award
Nomination Deadline: February 1
Robert Henry Thurston Lecture Award
Nomination Deadline: February 15
Volunteer Opportunities
Do you have a volunteer opportunity you would like to share with members? Email us at asmetec@asme.org to post your current opportunities!
TEC Member Recogntion Committee
To create an inclusive environment by celebrating our volunteers and creating a culture of inclusion, diversity & equity for a positive experience within the TEC community. We are looking for volunteers looking to make an impact within the TEC community by instilling a positive culture and inclusive environment.
We welcome all perspectives, backgrounds and experience levels. If this sounds like you, let us know you are interest by clicking here and filling out the form.
TEC Sector Volunteer Spotlight
Show your peers appreciation by nominating them for a volunteer spotlight. We are seeking deserving volunteers to highlight for all their efforts.
Resources
TEC Sector Quarterly Newsletter- The TEC Council is kicking off 2023 with a newsletter! Click on the link to read about the TEC Council members and what is happening in your TEC Sector.
TEC Sector Operation Guide- Approved December 2022
TEC Development Fund Proposal and Guidelines
TEC Talk Presentation Proposal Form
TEC Org Chart