28 M A T E R I A L S E V A L U A T I O N • J A N U A R Y 2 0 2 0 This year’s ASNT Annual Conference brought another record-breaking crowd of 2513 nondestructive testing professionals representing 48 countries to the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. As the premier global event for NDT, the conference and exhibition, which ran from 18–21 November, gave attendees the opportunity to interact with new products and service providers, learn about emerging research and a variety of techniques during the technical program, participate in Society activities and committees, and network and connect with industry professionals representing diverse NDT careers. This year’s Annual Conference featured a robust educational program, including 102 technical sessions, five short courses, and four featured speakers. These programs covered a wide variety of tech- niques, applications, and skills, offering something to practitioners at any level. The conference also included 73 committee/council meetings, giving volun- teers the chance to contribute to Society projects and goals. Attendees were also able to connect with NDT product and service providers in the expansive dual exhibit halls, which included 214 booths. Annual Business Meeting The ASNT Annual Business Meeting was held on Monday. Ninety voting members, representing 24 Sections, were in atten- dance, meeting quorum requirements. The 2019 election results were ratified, and the minutes from the 2018 Annual Business Meeting were approved. 2018–2019 Chairperson of the Board David A. Mandina presented the State of the Society address, which spotlighted accomplishments such as the hiring of the new executive director Neal J. Couture, CAE the success of the first international conference hosted by ASNT, the Nondestructive Characterization of Materials in Slovenia the launch of the Industry Sector Qualification – Oil and Gas the continuation of outreach work funded by the National Science Foundation grant ASNT received last year and the installation of the Tree of Knowledge memorial at the International Service Center. Mandina also noted that for the first time in its history, the Society now has more than $30 million in assets. 2018–2019 Secretary/Treasurer Michael V. McGloin presented the financial report for the fiscal year 2019. McGloin reported that total assets of $30.2 million exceeded total liabilities of $4.1 million and provided reserves of $26.1 million. Total assets increased $583 000 from prior year, while total liabilities decreased by $248 000 from prior year. Overall net assets increased by $830 000 in fiscal year 2019. In review of the Statement of Activities, ASNT has revenues from operations of $8.7 million, a 5% increase from the previous year. The growth is attributed to increases in certification and conference activity, which was offset by lower revenue in membership, books sales, and advertising. The members of the newly elected 2019–2020 Board of Directors were announced, including Chairperson of the Board Scott P. Cargill President Michael V. McGloin Vice President John T. Iman Secretary/Treasurer Danny L. Keck Directors at Large Marwan F. Basrawi, Tsuchin (Philip) Chu, and James (Gerry) wrap-up Looking Back at ASNT Annual Conference 2019 Outgoing Technical Editor Richard H. Bossi, Ph.D., was recognized for his years of service at the Annual Business Meeting (from left: ASNT President Scott Cargill, Bossi, Executive Director Neal Couture, and Deputy Executive Director Tim Jones).

J A N U A R Y 2 0 2 0 • M A T E R I A L S E V A L U A T I O N 29 Churchwell and Council Directors Lawrence Gill, Ahmed Arabi Hassen, and Anish Poudel. Cargill took a moment to recognize the 2018–2019 Regional Directors and Board of Directors, and outgoing members of the Board Gregory A. Garcia, Danny L. Keck, Mohsen Hassanein, Marybeth N. Miceli, Yi-Cheng (Peter) Pan, and Past President David R. Bajula, received a framed recognition in appreciation of their years of dedication. 2018–2019 Council Chairs, including John J. Kinsey of the Certification Management Council, Roger W. Engelbart and Yi-Cheng (Peter) Pan of the Research Council, Brenda L. Collins of the Section Operations Council, and Mark R. Pompe of the Technical and Education Council (not in attendance), were also recognized. After these recognitions, Richard H. Bossi, Ph.D., was recognized for his years of service to ASNT. Bossi is the outgoing chair of the Handbook Development Committee and the outgoing Technical Editor of Materials Evaluation. The Town Hall Meeting followed the Annual Business Meeting and featured a presentation and question-and-answer session led by Michael G. Sens of Chevron on the new Industry Sector Qualification for the oil and gas industry. To learn more about this presentation, please see the exclusive online article in the ASNT Daily (the new daily newspaper published onsite during the conference) at asntevents.org. Student Member Activities Events for student members began on Sunday with the Career Workshop, where students heard from longtime ASNT members, Antionette (Toni) Bailey and Lucas Welander, as they discussed topics such as resume and cover letter writing, interview tips, building on the job training, and the different paths available in the NDT field. After this discussion, students heard from representatives of NDT companies Rockwood Services, FlawTech, and Component Repair Technologies, who conducted interviews with the student members on Monday and Tuesday. Throughout the week, students could be spotted as event ambassadors around the Westgate. ASNT thanks the students from Central Piedmont Community College, Southeast College, Ridgewater College, and Salt Lake Community College for their attendance and help. Day of STEM On Tuesday, 24 students and educators from the JROTC/Military Science class at Sierra Vista High School (Las Vegas, Nevada) attended ASNT’s Day of STEM, where volunteers and exhibitors intro- duced the group to the science and careers in NDT. The students were guided through various stations that provided hands-on demonstrations of ultrasonic, radiographic, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, leak, and eddy current testing. Afterward, the students were led through the exhibit hall to see the science they had just learned in action in the various products and services showcased. ASNT would like to thank Day of STEM sponsors Hellier and QSA Global, along with the many exhibitors and volunteers who made the day a success. Exhibit Hall The exhibits were officially opened on Monday evening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and welcome reception, where attendees were able to peruse all 214 booths while enjoying hors d’oeuvres and beverages. The exhibits were open on Tuesday and Wednesday as well. This year’s expansive dual exhibition halls showcased the latest NDT technology and services, and conference attendees had the opportunity to navigate the offerings through a virtual scavenger hunt and compete for prizes. Congratulations to the winners of the scavenger hunt: Travis Couts, Marcos Zarate, and Joel Wyner. Students from the JROTC/Military Science class at Sierra Vista High School in Las Vegas toured the exhibit hall as part of ASNT’s Day of STEM. Attendees took advantage of the opportunity to view the latest technologies in nondestructive testing on display in the bustling exhibit halls.