Member/sponsor profile: Melanie Evans with PMI

Melanie Evans joined Impact San Antonio in spring 2022. Then, in January, she became an Emerald sponsor! Here’s what she has to say about our organization, why she joined and why she decided to become a sponsor.

When and how did you first hear about Impact San Antonio? What prompted you to join?

I was invited to a membership meeting by Nicole Jackson, an attorney with Rosenblatt Law Firm. Prior to this, I had never heard of Impact San Antonio.  Nicole knew it would be something that would pique my interest. Sure enough, a grant recipient from 2020, San Antonio Young Women’s Leadership Academy, brought a student to speak about the impact she had from the grant. The young lady gave a “wow” speech!  I was so impressed with how the grant impacted her life that I knew I needed to be a part of Impact San Antonio.

Why did you decide to become a sponsor this year?

I immediately knew that I wanted to volunteer for Impact SA. I started by signing up to be a part of the grant review committee in the family focus area. The experience I had from being a part of the grant review committee — learning about numerous nonprofits, meeting a wonderful group on the committee, the site visits to agencies — all led me to want to become a sponsor.

What impresses/inspires you about Impact San Antonio?

Every event I attend, I see the outpouring of love and generosity by so many women. Everyone is truly excited to be a part of this organization and to help however they can. Seeing the joy inspires me to want to become more involved.   It’s truly amazing group of women!

Are there any volunteer roles that you would like to take on in the future?

I hope to continue to volunteer on grant review and possibly in other areas.

Tell us about PMI. What does your business do in the San Antonio area?

I am majority owner of PMI Pipe, Steel and Supplies and hold the position of president and CEO.  We have seven locations throughout Central and South Texas and have been in business for almost 23 years.  Our products consist of steel pipe (new and used); steel products, such as square tubing and rectangular tubing, plate, fittings and fencing materials; hay and feed; farm and ranch supplies, and more. We work with numerous industries, including industrial fabrication, contractors, welders, oil and gas companies, farms and ranches, and others.  We also sell to those “weekend warriors” who may want to build a barbecue pit, a concrete patio, or maybe a steel art sculpture.  Our products have many uses!  It happens to be products that most don’t say, “Hey, look at that beautiful piece of steel holding up that building!” I guess it’s something that most of us take for granted.  All I know is that I love what I do!

Is there anything else you’d like to add?

It’s been a pleasure working with so many caring and giving women in Impact SA.