Driving Workforce Growth in the PT/MC Industry
The power transmission and motion control (PT/MC) industry is at a pivotal moment. Attracting and retaining top talent isn’t just a priority—it’s essential for long-term success. Thanks to the generous support of our contributors, the PTDA Foundation continues to make impactful progress in 2025 to help PT/MC employers strengthen their workforce strategies.
2025 Highlights
Scholarships to Fuel Talent, Empowering Growth.
Following the successful launch of two transformative scholarship programs in 2024—one for students and one for current employees—the program continues in 2025. This year we’re awarding five $3,000 student scholarships and four $2,500 employee scholarships. These opportunities help emerging and existing professionals deepen their industry expertise and drive innovation. Applications are being accepted through June 1.
Industry Awareness: Promoting PT/MC Careers
To elevate the visibility of careers in PT/MC, we developed the Building Awareness campaign—Start Your Career. Move the World. The hallmark offering is a customizable marketing toolkit designed to help employers and industry leaders spotlight the PT/MC sector as a dynamic, opportunity-rich field.
Honoring Industry Excellence
We proudly celebrated PT/MC leaders who exemplify dedication and innovation
- Cindy Russell (Continental), recipient of the 2024 Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award
- Joe Glandorf (Continental), honored with the 2024 Robert K. Callahan Advancing Leaders Award
Nominations are open for 2025 awards through June 13. Self and peer nominations are encouraged.
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