Pella Corporation Recognized at the 2026 Prometheus Awards
Technology Association of Iowa honors Pella Corporation with Prometheus Award for Manufacturing Innovation of the Year
Pella Corporation has been recognized by the Technology Association of Iowa (TAI) with the 2026 Prometheus Award for Manufacturing Innovation of the Year, honoring the company's continued commitment to advancing manufacturing through innovation and technology. Pella was also recognized as a finalist in four additional categories: AI Breakthrough of the Year; CIO/CTO of the Year (Travis Turnbull); CISO of the Year (John Baldwin); and Emerging Technology Leader of the Year (Carlos Torres). In total, Pella earned recognition in five categories at this year's awards.
TAI guides public policy, develops talent, and invests in Iowa's innovation ecosystem. For two decades, the Prometheus Awards have celebrated the year's most remarkable achievements in shaping the future of Iowa's technology landscape.
Winners were announced at an awards ceremony Thursday, Nov. 5, in Des Moines.
"Following our 100th anniversary in 2025, it's energizing to see the Technology Association of Iowa recognize the people and ideas moving Pella forward," said Laura Phillips, Vice President, Engineering & Manufacturing, at Pella Corporation. "Technology has always been part of how we build better windows and doors, and this recognition reflects the talent and curiosity of our team members. We're proud to be part of Iowa's technology community and eager to keep raising the bar."
Pella Corporation was a finalist in five 2026 categories: Manufacturing Innovation of the Year, AI Breakthrough of the Year, CIO/CTO of the Year (Travis Turnbull), CISO of the Year (John Baldwin) and Emerging Technology Leader of the Year (Carlos Torres). In addition to winning Manufacturing Innovation of the Year.
Building on a Century of Innovation
Founded in 1925, Pella Corporation marked its 100th anniversary in 2025 and has built a reputation for quality craftsmanship and innovative solutions in the window and door industry. These recognitions reflect the company's commitment to user-centered product design, advanced manufacturing practices, secure and forward-looking technology, and employee support.
Pella has been creating a brighter future for its customers, communities, and team members since 1925. Recognized as an industry leader in innovation, Pella Corporation designs and manufactures windows and doors for residential homes and commercial applications. The company is headquartered in Pella, Iowa, and employs more than 10,000 team members across 20 manufacturing locations and 220 showrooms across the U.S. and Canada. For more information, visit https://www.pella.com