Now in its third year, the Piney Woods Corrosion Short Course is dedicated to bringing top-tier, hands-on training and certification opportunities to regions where access to specialized corrosion education is limited—specifically, Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, and East Texas.

More than a one-time event, the short course is designed to support long-term professional growth through structured, multi-level course tracks that encourage attendees to return year after year. With a focus on real-world application and high-quality certification pathways, it’s where corrosion professionals come to sharpen skills, earn credentials, and stay ahead in the field.

In 2025, we were proud to see that 50% of our attendees were owner/operators—underscoring the event’s wide industry relevance and its role in connecting technicians, supervisors, and integrity pros across all levels. This unique mix reflects our continued commitment to bridging gaps and building lasting connections across the Gulf South corrosion community.

Advancing Corrosion Education

Piney Woods Committee

Andrew Johnson, Synergy Construction

Founding Member | Mississippi Representative

Josh Gurney, Synergy Construction

Founding Member | Mississippi Representative

Josh Rodgers, Williams Companies 

Founding Member | Louisiana Representative

Robert Adams, BK Corrosion.        

Founding Member | Texas Representative.   

Preston Meek, Boardwalk Pipelines

Founding Member | Louisiana Representative

Jansen Ferrill, Pipeline Compliance Services 

Committee Member | East Texas Representative