The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) has named Amy Trygestad as its new vice president, technical services. Trygestad will serve as PCI's primary technical representative, overseeing the development, review, and dissemination of technical knowledge for the precast, prestressed concrete industry. 

“I’m proud to join PCI and be a part of such a passionate and forward-thinking organization,” Trygestad said. “I look forward to collaborating with PCI members to shape the future of the precast, prestressed concrete industry.” 

Trygestad most recently served as vice president of engineering at the Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute, where she also had been its director of codes and standards. Previously, she was president and principal engineer at Chase Engineering LLC in New Prague, Minn., and she also has served as regional engineering manager at the Portland Cement Association. Trygestad has Master of Civil Engineering and Bachelor of Civil Engineering degrees from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities.