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Le er From the Execu ve Director
Catherine Flaherty
Hello PCMI Members,
2017 was another exci ng and successful year for the PCMI. As this year comes to a close, I would like to thank all of you for your membership, par cipa on and your e orts in help- ing to provide engaging events and cu ng edge informa on for our membership. We look forward to your con nued par cipa on and support in 2018!
As we get ready to celebrate the holidays, we would like to thank our Italy Conference Com- mi ee members and commi ee sponsors!
The Commi ee members have worked relessly to ensure the educa onal and technical presenta ons are responsive to your interests, and relevant to your business. The members include:
David Allen, Cran eld University
Paolo Iellici, Lasertech Srl
Michael Lynch, United Western Enterprises Harrie Knol, Veco B.V.
Jean Pierre Robic, ALT-Dynachem
We would also like to thank our tour hosts, including Dynachem and Elga Europe. Many thanks to our other generous sponsors: Chemcut, NW Etch, Orbel and Sense Advanced Technology. Their contribu ons allowed us to supplement our quality programming sessions with networking opportuni es, and helped keep the costs associated with the conference a ordable for all.
As 2018 approaches, we enter our annual membership renewal period. As you return your membership dues, we hope you will consider inves ng in one of the deeply discounted website adver sing packages. These opportuni es provide member companies with website spotlights and premium lis ngs – another great membership bene t.
We look forward to seeing you at the 2018 technical conferences. The spring conference will be held at Elite Grande Hotel in Gävle, Sweden, from May 12 – 16, 2018, and the fall conference will be held in Southern California. We will be providing more details on both of these exci ng events soon!
As always, should you require any assistance, please contact the o ce where we are standing by to help! Best Regards,
Catherine Flaherty PCMI Execu ve Director
Issue 130 December 2017 PCMI Journal Page 7