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Presented in 2012 by AIST President R. Joseph Stratman	T. Venugopalan and Siddhartha Misra — “In appreciation for outstanding service during the premiere rendition of the AIST International Steel Academy held in Jamshedpur, India in December 2011. Your significant commitment to the continuing technical education of personnel is vital to the evolution of a sustainable steel industry.” Otavio M. Sanabio — In appreciation for his outstanding contributions to the cultivation of an AIST presence in Brazil, and for his active leadership of the 2011 AIST Study Tour of Brazilian Steelmakers which strengthened the global network of the AIST Oxygen Steelmaking Technology Committee. Frederick C. Rorick Jr. — “In appreciation for his commitment to guide the development and growth of the AIST Process Benchmarker, and for his enduring passion for the dissemination of global blast furnace process metrics to ensure a competitive and sustainable ironmaking industry.”
Presented in 2011 by AIST President William P. Breedlove	Ronaldo S. Sampaio – “In appreciation for his commitment to guide the growth of the AIST Brazil Member Chapter, and for his enduring passion for teaching metallurgy and for mentoring students to ensure a bright future for the steel industry.” Francesco Memoli – “In appreciation for his outstanding contributions to the cultivation of an AIST presence in Italy, and for his active participation and leadership in AIST Technology Committees and programs that serve to strengthen the steel industry.” John A. Barbus – "In appreciation for his years of service as an ambassador to promote and strengthen the AIST Midwest Member Chapter by encouraging industry participation and active leadership."
Presented in 2010 by AIST President Anthony R. Bridge	Ronald J. O’Malley – “In appreciation for his leadership of AIST student programs and for his passion to encourage student interest in the steel industry.” Michael J. Strelbisky – “In appreciation for being a champion of international relations and member growth for AIST in Brazil, Germany and India.” Nirmal K. Guha – "In appreciation for his extraordinary commitment to guide the evolution of the AIST India Member Chapter, and for his enduring drive to improve the welfare of the steel industry of India."
Presented in 2009 by AIST President Andrew S. Harshaw	H. Duff Hunt – “In recognition of his many years of service on the ISS Foundation and AIST Foundation board of trustees and his active participation on the scholarship committee for both AIST and joint programs with AISI. In appreciation for his invaluable leadership, guidance, knowledge, and experience with scholarships leading to the success of the AIST Foundation scholarship program.” Theodore F. Lyon – “In recognition of his many years of service as treasurer on the AIST board of directors, the AIST Foundation board of trustees, and the AIME board of trustees. In appreciation for his quiet guidance of the financial integrity for ISS and continued faithful service to AIST in the same capacity. In thanks for his solid presence and steadfast service to AIST, the AIST Foundation and AIME.”
Presented in 2008 by AIST President Charles J. Messina	Thomas H. Cipich – “In recognition of sustained excellence in all aspects of AIST activity, including consistent contributions to the development and enhancement of the Midwest Member Chapter, bringing substantial recognition and credit to chapter activities.” Jeffrey R. Reed – “In recognition of service as an active ambassador for the Southern California Member Chapter through continuous development and promotion of chapter events, increasing chapter strength and promoting growth.” Michael D. Sullivan – “In recognition for his many years of dedicated and loyal service, for his ability to challenge and encourage active participation in AIST to thos entering the steel industry, and for his continued contributions to AIST through his service as the Treasurer for the Pittsburgh Member Chapter.”

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