PWC honors Phyfer-Strong.

Andrea Phyfer-Strong, operations manager and director of supplier diversity for Turtle & Hughes Inc., a leading electrical and industrial distributor, has received a Special Recognition Award from Professional Women in Construction for her outstanding business success and commitment to furthering the advancement of women in construction and related industries.

The award was granted in March at PWC's annual Awards Reception at The Yale Club in New York City.

Priscilla J. Triolo, Esq., PWC's general counsel, quoted from Suzanne T. Millard, chairman and CEO of Turtle & Hughes, in presenting the award: "It is rare to find an individual who is completely dedicated to serving others so selflessly, be it at work, in organizations such as PWC, or among her family and friends. Andrea Phyfer-Strong is one of the reasons that Turtle & Hughes continues to be 'First in the Long Run.'" Triolo also praised the honoree's "dedication, ingenuity and accomplishments."

Accepting the award, Phyfer-Strong paid tribute to PWC saying, "This is the finest organization for networking and building relationships that lead to potential business opportunities. I am truly proud to be a member."

Phyfer-Strong joined Turtle & Hughes in 1995 as the account representative to such companies as PSE&G, General Motors, and First Energy Corp. (formerly GPU). As the head of Turtle & Hughes' Supplier Diversity program she helped increase the number of W/ MBE subcontractors by 27% in the past year.

A Jersey City native and graduate of St. Peter's College in Jersey City, Phyfer-Strong was recently appointed to the board of the New Jersey Association of Women Business Owners. She is a PWC board member and serves on its business development committee.