Tom Pulse, PE, president of Ayres Associates, recently received the American Council of Engineering Companies of Wisconsin’s 2017 Chairman’s Award for his service to the Leadership Institute. Tom served as class advisor to ACEC Wisconsin’s Leadership Institute Class of 2016 and Class of 2015, providing guidance and mentorship to 42 individuals. Tom’s leadership helped expand and maintain one of ACEC Wisconsin’s most popular programs.

Pulse’s leadership has been a driving force in ACEC for years, including serving on the ACEC Wisconsin Board of Directors from 2004 to 2011. During that time he served as Professional Engineers in Private Practice director, secretary-treasurer, and chairman-elect until serving as Board of Directors chairman in 2009-10, and past chairman in 2010-11.

Pulse was recognized nationally for his outstanding work in the engineering field through his induction into the ACEC College of Fellows in 2015. The honor recognizes individuals for their dedication, commitment, and innovation throughout their engineering careers.