IPC International Community magazine an association member publication
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IPC COMMUNITY 59 WINTER 2025 Orsi Alis (Project Coordinator, Standards and Translations) This was my debut at IPC Builds and my primary mis- sion was to seal the awards envelopes using a gnome- shaped wax seal. I'm proud to say it became an instant hit among the presenters. Each envelope was entrusted to my steady hands, ready for its moment of glory on stage. Thankfully, every announcement went off with- out a hitch. As a rookie, I learned that IPC Builds was a community endeavor, which meant I was also helping with the swag bags, decorations, and— naturally—crafting a small army of gnomes for the dinner tables. How many tiny gnome hats did I glue on? I'm not sure, but that miniature village of gnomes on display was oddly fulfilling. Who knew a crash course in envelope-sealing and gnome construction would kickstart my IPC career? THE 2024 GOLDEN GNOMES Kieron Roberson (IPC Standards Coordinator) I've had a hand in just about every step of the Golden Gnomes planning, from working with IPC's wonderful graphic designer to creating teasers and announcements related to the awards to hand-stamping a cou- ple hundred paper bags and running to the nearest craft store for glue guns and scissors after a long day of committee meetings. I've ordered so many random gnome-themed items. At home, I'll say something off-the-wall, such as "Oh, my fake beards and custom gnome hat wax seal is here," and my family simply responds with, "Golden Gnomes again?" My biggest role, however, is "the Voice of the Golden Gnomes." Not only is it a lot of fun, but I have the honor to share the accomplishments of our award recipients with their friends and colleagues as they are recognized for going above and beyond for our IPC standards development community. I truly enjoy cheering for our wonderful A-Team volunteers and look forward to Golden Gnomes 2025.