Ampp Global Center Inc

Houston, TX · Founded 1954

Worldwide network advancing corrosion control and protective coatings standards for materials protection

Primary audience

Industry Professionals

Work area

Standards Development

Topic

Materials Protection

Contact

Alan Thomas

Website Contact

About Organization

AMPP Global Center is a professional association advancing corrosion control and protective coatings standards. Based in Houston, TX, the organization operates with $44.6 million in annual revenue and maintains assets of $102 million. The association serves materials protection professionals globally through technical standards, certification programs, and industry education.

What They Focus On

Corrosion Prevention

Technical standards and certification programs for corrosion control across industrial and infrastructure applications

Protective Coatings

Training and inspection protocols for protective coating systems ensuring materials longevity and performance

Professional Development

Education and certification advancing expertise of materials protection specialists and coatings inspectors worldwide

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$44.6M

+0% vs 2024

Assets (2024)

$102.0M

+0% vs 2024

Year	Revenue	Expenses	Assets	Employees
2024	—	—	—	—
2024	$44,631,316	$20,168,006	$101,968,164	0
2023	—	—	—	—
2023	$42,822,265	$32,547,643	$77,127,637	0
2022	—	—	—	—
2022	$36,422,920	$29,992,965	$74,245,470	0
2020	—	—	—	—
2018	$41,107,934	$40,943,151	$34,927,868	166
2017	$37,903,129	$38,057,202	$35,932,195	177

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

01

Standards Creation

Develop technical standards through expert committees addressing corrosion control and protective coatings
02

Professional Training

Deliver certification programs and educational courses to materials protection professionals globally
03

Knowledge Sharing

Facilitate industry conferences and technical publications connecting corrosion control experts worldwide
04

Standards Implementation

Support industry adoption of best practices through certification, inspection protocols, and compliance guidance

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Ampp Global Center Inc

Standards Development

Development and maintenance of technical standards for corrosion control and protective coatings across industries

Professional Certification

Certification programs for coatings inspectors, corrosion technicians, and materials protection specialists worldwide

Technical Education

Training courses and educational resources on corrosion science, protective coatings application, and inspection methods

Industry Research

Research initiatives advancing materials protection technologies and corrosion prevention methodologies for industrial applications

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Ampp Global Center Inc.

Alan Thomas

CFO

2 hrs/week

Cynthia O'Malley

Executive Director and COO

19 hrs/week

Jennifer Colunga

Chief Financial Officer

19 hrs/week

Kimberly Ray

Director, EMERG Outreach

Full-time

Pamela Nicoletti

President, MPI

Full-time

Wilford Reams

Chief Technical Officer

Full-time

Alan Thomas

CFO

Aaron Williams

Director

Eric Onya

Director

Laura Cardenas-Schulz

Director

Michael Beamish

Director

Roy Fultineer

Director

Steve Biagiotti

Director

Tom Higginbotham

Director

Milestones

1954

Organization Founded

1954

Established as professional association for corrosion control and protective coatings standards

2017

Staff Expansion

2017

Grew to 177 employees supporting global network of materials protection professionals

2022

Revenue Growth

2022

Annual revenue reached $36.4 million reflecting expanded certification and education programs

2024

Record Operations

2024

Achieved $44.6 million revenue and $102 million in assets serving global membership

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

Aaron Williams Director 0.5 hrs/week

Eric Onya Director 0.5 hrs/week

Juan Caballero Chair 0.5 hrs/week

Kristin Leonard Immediate Past Chair 0.5 hrs/week

Laura Cardenas-Schulz Director 0.5 hrs/week

Michael Beamish Director 0.5 hrs/week

Roy Fultineer Director 0.5 hrs/week

Steve Biagiotti Director 0.5 hrs/week

Tom Higginbotham Director 0.5 hrs/week

Kimberly-Joy Harris Chair 2026, HF Sinclair Midstream, Tinley Park, IL

Alan Thomas Chief Executive Officer, AMPP: Association for Materials Protection and Performance

Jennifer Colunga Chief Financial Officer, AMPP: Association for Materials Protection and Performance

Sam Conner 2024-2026, AECOM, Pittsburgh, PA

Aida Garrity 2024-2026, Mears Group, Inc., Sarasota, FL

Craig Botha 2026-2028, Reignite (Pty) Ltd., Cape Town, South Africa

Nafiseh Ebrahimi 2026-2028, National Research Council Canada, Ottawa, Canada

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$118K

Highest Paid

$35K

Cynthia O'Malley

Compensated Officers

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Cynthia O'Malley	Executive Director And COO	$0	$35,478	$35,478	18.75
Alan Thomas	Ampp Chief Executive Officer	$0	$32,298	$32,298	2
Kimberly Ray	Director, Emerg Outreach	$0	$26,552	$26,552	38.75
Jennifer Colunga	Chief Financial Officer	$0	$15,127	$15,127	18.75
Wilford Reams	Chief Technical Officer	$0	$7,586	$7,586	38.75
Pamela Nicoletti	President, Mpi	$0	$1,243	$1,243	38.75

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Pamela Nicoletti	Senior Director, Global	$0	$32,323	$32,323	38.75
Melissa Mishler	Chief Publishing Officer	$0	$30,219	$30,219	38.75
Edward Manns	Senior Director Of Innovation	$0	$21,106	$21,106	38.75
Kimberly Ray	Director, Emerg Outreach	$0	$20,115	$20,115	38.75
Cynthia O'Malley	Executive Director	$0	$18,285	$18,285	18.75
Robert Chalker	CEO (01-04/2023)	$0	$17,544	$17,544	2
Wilford Reams	Chief Technical Officer	$0	$17,411	$17,411	38.75
Mitra Shahbaz	Treasurer	$0	$12,338	$12,338	2
Alan Thomas	CEO (04/2023)	$0	$4,616	$4,616	2

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Robert Chalker	Chief Executive Officer	$0	$30,075	$30,075	2
Pamela Nicoletti	Senior Director, Global	$0	$29,995	$29,995	38.75
Melissa Mishler	Chief Publishing Officer	$0	$27,438	$27,438	38.75
Edward Manns	Senior Director Of Innovation	$0	$20,499	$20,499	38.75
Cynthia O'Malley	Executive Director	$0	$17,638	$17,638	38.75
Wilford Reams	Chief Technical Officer	$0	$16,641	$16,641	38.75
Mitra Shahbaz	Chief Financial Officer	$0	$1,715	$1,715	2

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Robert Chalker	Chief Executive Officer	$484,312	$41,412	$525,724	38.75
Helena M Seelinger	REG. & Public Affairs Officer	$250,171	$32,282	$282,453	18.75
Melissa R Mishler	Customer Experience Officer	$240,545	$32,153	$272,698	38.75
Pamela Birk	Chief Talent Officer	$214,641	$30,418	$245,059	38.75
Wilford R Reams	Chief Maritime Officer	$212,150	$19,280	$231,430	38.75

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

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Phone

(281) 228-6200

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15835 Park Ten Place Houston, TX 77084

Ampp Global Center Inc

What They Focus On

Financial Information

How They Work

Standards Creation

Professional Training

Knowledge Sharing

Standards Implementation

Programs and Initiatives

Standards Development

Professional Certification

Technical Education

Industry Research

Team & Leadership

Alan Thomas

Cynthia O'Malley

Jennifer Colunga

Kimberly Ray

Pamela Nicoletti

Wilford Reams

Alan Thomas

Aaron Williams

Eric Onya

Laura Cardenas-Schulz

Michael Beamish

Roy Fultineer

Steve Biagiotti

Tom Higginbotham

Milestones

Organization Founded

Staff Expansion

Revenue Growth

Record Operations

Associated People

Board of Directors

Executive Compensation

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