SEAA Honors Glen Pisani with 2025 Eddie Award for Leadership
SEAA honors Glen Pisani for leadership and member recruitment efforts in steel erection industry at 2025 Convention & Trade Show.
Glen Pisani, Steel Division Manager at MAS Building & Bridge in Norfolk, Massachusetts, received the 2025 Eddie Award from the Steel Erectors Association of America (SEAA). The award, presented during SEAA’s Convention & Trade Show in Pittsburgh this May, recognizes exceptional leadership and dedication to the steel erection industry. Formerly known as the Person of the Year Award, it was renamed to honor founding member Edward “Eddie” Williams.
Pisani, a SEAA member for more than 15 years, currently serves as vice president, industry and chairman of the strategic planning committee. Known for his strategic vision, mentorship and industry passion, Pisani has helped guide SEAA through growth and transformation. His leadership has expanded the association’s reach, strengthened peer group participation and supported programs benefiting contractors of all sizes.
“I had the pleasure of appointing Glen as Chairman of SEAA’s Strategic Planning Committee, fully confident that he would take the ball and run with it, and he absolutely delivered,” said David Deem, past SEAA president and president of Deem Structural Services. “That’s who Glen is. Time and again, whether it’s a board initiative or a new program, he steps up and exceeds expectations. His contributions have had a lasting impact on SEAA’s direction.”
Peers describe Pisani as a committed advocate who brings energy and focus to every project. “I’ve known Glen for more than 40 years, and in the 25 years we’ve worked together, his passion for helping others achieve success has never wavered,” said Jerry Morganelli, steel operations manager at MAS Building & Bridge. “He truly loves the industry, and his commitment to SEAA’s future makes him more than deserving of this recognition.”
Pisani also contributed to Connector magazine’s advisory committee from 2017 to 2023, helping shape its editorial direction. Tracy Bennett, editor of Connector, said, “He’s still someone I turn to when I need a clear perspective on an industry or technical issue. His enthusiasm for sharing knowledge pushes me to avoid growing complacent in my own work.”
In addition to the Eddie Award, SEAA presented its annual Trailblazer Awards to members who recruited three or more new companies within the year. Pisani and Nick Caratelli of Nelson Stud Welding each brought in three new members, while Jack Nix, chief operations officer of Shelby Erectors, received the Top Trailblazer designation for recruiting the highest number of new members.
Founded in 1972, SEAA is the only national trade association dedicated to steel erectors, fabricators, contractors and related service providers. The association promotes safety, education and training, including its ironworker craft training curriculum, and partners with steel construction and design organizations to support those who build steel structures. Learn more at www.seaa.net.
