ICMA Announces Charandeep Deol as Scholarship Winner

PRINCETON JUNCTION, NJ – October 3, 2011 – The International Card Manufacturers Association (ICMA) announced that Charandeep Deol from Ryerson University in Toronto, Canada has earned its 2011 Scholarship.

A finance major with a minor in economics, Deol will receive a scholarship worth $2,500 USD to assist him with the continuation of his education. His mother is a dedicated employee at CPI Card Group Canada. Applicants were reviewed based on academic achievement, work experience, community service, activities and an essay portion. The purpose of the scholarship for ICMA is to help support continued education and future excellence while also offering a benefit to member companies.

“Charandeep is not only an outstanding student, but is also a well-rounded individual, which makes him more than deserving of this scholarship,” said Al Vrancart, ICMA Founder Emeritus and Industry Advisor. “The scholarship truly helps young scholars further their education and we are honored to aid them in their journey toward a successful future.”

To learn more about becoming a member of ICMA, visit www.icma.com, contact Lynn McCullough at LMccullough@icma.com or call (609) 799-4900.  

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About the International Card Manufacturers Association (ICMA)
Based in Princeton Junction, NJ, USA, ICMA is a non-profit association of card manufacturers, personalizers, issuers and related industry participants. With more than 240 members globally, ICMA acts as a clearinghouse for industry issues, including the production, technology, application, security and environmental issues of transaction, identification and other cards.