PENC Chapters - Northwest

The PENC Northwest Chapter covers the Ashe, Alleghany, Wilkes, Surry, Yadkin, Davie, Stokes, Forsyth, and Davidson counties

To sign up for an upcoming Northwest Chapter meeting or event, please visit the Events page.

The Northwest Chapter Board

President – Lydia Ward, PE, ENV SP

Vice President – Read Plott, PE

Treasurer – Fred Byerly, PE

Secretary – Reggie Robertson, PE

Director (Past President) – Justin Plaisted, PE

Director – Nicole Chiles, PE

Director – Alexis McCarn, PE

University Outreach – Sara Devine, PE

ABOUT US:
The Northwest Chapter of the Professional Engineers of North Carolina (PENC) represents engineers across northwest NC, spanning from Ashe to Davidson counties, with monthly meetings held in Winston-Salem. As part of the statewide PENC network, the chapter connects Professional Engineers, Engineer Interns, graduates, and students from all disciplines. Its mission is to promote ethical, licensed engineering while creating opportunities for professional growth, networking, and community involvement. Through meetings and partnerships with local universities, the Northwest Chapter supports both established professionals and the next generation of engineers.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS:

• Connect with local engineers in various engineering disciplines
• Continuing education credits for NC PE licenses
• Networking opportunities at monthly chapter meetings, socials, and volunteer events
• Chapter leadership opportunities

Interested in becoming more involved with PENC Northwest Chapter? Reach out to Lydia Ward, PE at [email protected]