Gema USA Inc., a Graco Inc. company, announced Nick Harris as the winner of the 2025 PCI/Gema Scholarship.
Harris is currently pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering at the University of Cincinnati. He brings hands-on industry experience from his work with DuBois Chemicals’ Surface Finishing Department over the past two years.
The PCI Scholarship Program, supported in part by Gema, helps foster future leaders in the powder coating industry. This year’s scholarship recipients were selected based on academic achievement, relevant research and coursework, professional goals, unique qualifications, and faculty recommendations.
“Investing in education is investing in the future of our industry,” says Jeff Hale, Director of Marketing for Gema USA Inc. “We’re proud to support students like Nick who bring fresh ideas and energy to the finishing industry — and especially to the field of powder coating.”
Gema offers powder coating technology, ranging from manual units to fully automated systems. It has worldwide headquarters in St. Gallen, Switzerland, and a broad worldwide distribution network.
Visit www.gemapowdercoating.com.
