Pyrotechnics Guild International

PGI Circle of Excellence Awards

The PGI presents the Max P. Vander Horck Circle of Excellence Award in recognition for outstanding dedication to the PGI in honor of our Guild's founder.

The award is presented annually to a person who has made exceptional contributions that reflects the origin and values of PGI. Any current member in good standing may nominate a PGI member in good standing by completing the nomination form.  You must state why you believe this member stands out in the following categories: teamwork, leadership, positive influence, knowledge/skills and commitment to quality and achievement in pyrotechnics.

A selection committee comprised of the current PGI Board of Directors will review nominations. Members who have nominated a co-member may be asked to provide further information.

Eligible members must have at least five years of service with PGI.

The Members who are nominated and meet the selection criteria will be recognized in the bulletin. The Circle of Excellence recipient for the current year will be honored with an award and the opportunity to address the membership at the awards Banquet. They will also be featured in the post-convention bulletin.

Circle of Excellence Awardees

2011 John Steinberg
2010 Jack & Dottie Drewes, Ray Lee
2009 Bill Bahr, Glenn Johnson
2008 Michael Swisher, Frank Richards
2007 Richard Sikes, Jack Leonard
2006 Rich & Claudia Wolter
2005 Tom Dimock
2004 Ed & Shari Vanasek
2003 Jim & Kathy Freeman
2002 Flo Sieglein
2001 Fred Johnson