Biography:

Rebekah Stacha brings over two decades of leadership expertise, innovative publishing solutions, operations management, and people development to her role as CEO of SAMPE. At SAMPE, Rebekah's focus is on nurturing a dynamic and innovative environment that responds adeptly to the evolving needs of the materials and processes community, ensuring SAMPE remains at the forefront of the industry and bolsters the association's global presence. Before her current role, Rebekah worked for 24 years at the Society of Petroleum Engineers. She holds a degree in management from the Mays School of Business at Texas A&M University and is a Certified Association Executive (CAE). Rebekah is active in several professional communities, including the Council of Engineering and Scientific Executives, Society of Scholarly Publishing, and the American Society of Association Executives.

About SAMPE:

The Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering (SAMPE) is the leading global professional society dedicated to the advancement of materials and process engineering. Established in 1944, SAMPE serves a diverse membership spanning academia, industry, and government, fostering innovation in advanced materials and manufacturing processes and technologies. With chapters in North America, Europe, China, Japan, and beyond, SAMPE provides a collaborative platform for engineers, researchers, and industry leaders. The society delivers world-class conferences, technical publications, and professional development opportunities, empowering members to solve critical challenges in composites, additive manufacturing, and advanced processing techniques.