named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
PEARL Accredited Company (PAC) Program
Third-party accreditation program for member companies that verifies compliance with PEARL's technical, safety, and operational standards.
PEARL Standards Development
Development and maintenance of ANSI-accredited standards for electrical equipment reconditioning (EERS) and inspection and testing (EEITS).
Technician Certification Program
Four-level certification program for electrical equipment reconditioning technicians, including online training, exams, and continuing education, with levels based on experience and training requirements.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Construction Industry Standards and Contractor Support Services 3 activities
- Company accreditation for reconditioning complianceImplements a third-party accreditation process for companies that recondition electrical equipment, requiring site inspections and adherence to quality and safety standards. Accredited companies must employ certified technicians and maintain appropriate inventory, with voting rights granted to compliant members.
- Development and maintenance of ANSI-approved reconditioning standardsDevelops, maintains, and publishes the ANSI/PEARL Electrical Equipment Reconditioning Standard (EERS) and the ANSI/PEARL Electrical Equipment Inspection & Testing Standard (EEITS) through a consensus-based process to ensure safe, reliable, and standardized reconditioning practices across the industry. These standards are made available for purchase in digital and printed formats.
- Distribution platform and seal verification for reconditioned equipmentOperates PEARL Link, a member platform enabling companies to connect and exchange trusted reconditioned electrical equipment, and issues a Reconditioned Seal applied by member companies to equipment verified as meeting PEARL standards, supporting infrastructure sustainability and disaster recovery efforts.
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Professional Conference & Symposium Organization 1 activity
- PEARL Conference & Exhibition planning and operationsPlans and manages the annual PEARL Electrical Safety, Reliability, and Sustainability Conference and Exhibition, including program content, exhibit and sponsorship coordination, social activities, and logistics such as official hotel designation, negotiated attendee rates ($279/night), and booking deadlines (March 22, 2027).
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Construction Industry Advocacy & Standards 1 activity
- Promotion and outreach for reconditioning industryConducts marketing and outreach initiatives to promote PEARL’s programs, services, and mission within the electrical reconditioning sector using traditional and emerging techniques, including public presentations on workplace electrical safety at industry events.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Advocacy for electrical equipment remanufacturing and sustainabilityAdvances the value of reconditioning electrical apparatus by promoting its environmental and economic benefits, including reduced landfill waste, lower energy consumption, raw material conservation, and extended equipment lifespan of 50+ years. Produces educational materials to correct misconceptions and advocates for reconditioning as a skilled, sustainable industry practice.
- Technician certification and training programsOffers a multi-level certification program for electrical equipment reconditioning technicians, including Level 1 (safety and fundamentals), Level 2 (advanced technical skills with prerequisites), and Level 3 (supervisory and leadership skills). The program includes online training modules, comprehensive handbooks, proctored exams with varied question formats, and certificate issuance upon successful completion, requiring supervisor authentication for entry-level certification.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$473K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$462K98%
Investment income$1K0%
Other revenue$10K
expenses
Total expenses$256K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$327K
Cash$327K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$327K
Liquid reserves15.3 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +27.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 1
- JENN BRAKE — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- ANSI Government — Accredited PEARL's reconditioning standard, validating its compliance with national consensus requirements
- ANSI Government — Accredited standards developer; PEARL develops ANSI-approved standards for electrical equipment reconditioning and inspection.
- ANSI Government — PEARL is an ANSI Accredited Standards Developer, working under ANSI accreditation to develop electrical reconditioning standards.
- ANSI Government — PEARL is an ANSI-accredited standards developer and collaborates on the ANSI/PEARL Electrical Equipment Reconditioning Standard.
- American National Standards Institute Government — PEARL is an ANSI-accredited standards developer.
- CSA Partner — Referenced as a source of industrial standards used in developing the ANSI/PEARL Reconditioning Standard.
- EERTS Consensus Body Coalition — PEARL convenes and manages the EERTS Consensus Body for standards development.
- Hotel Soléa, Autograph Collection Partner — Official hotel for the 2027 PEARL Conference & Exhibition, offering a special group rate for attendees.
- IEEE Partner — Referenced as a source of industrial standards and terminology used in developing the ANSI/PEARL Reconditioning Standard.
- International Association of Electrical Inspectors Partner — Presented educational content on electrical safety at the organization's event.
- Marketing Committee Partner — Coordinates with the Standards Committee to promote the PEARL Electrical Equipment Reconditioning Standard (EERS) as the basis for thought leadership.
- NEMA Partner — Referenced as a source of industrial standards used in developing the ANSI/PEARL Reconditioning Standard.
- NETA Partner — Referenced as a source of industrial standards used in developing the ANSI/PEARL Reconditioning Standard.
- NFPA Partner — Referenced as a source of industrial standards used in developing the ANSI/PEARL Reconditioning Standard.
- PEARL Accredited Company Network — Organization that employs a Primary Training Contact responsible for overseeing PEARL certification processes.
- PEARL Partner Partner — Non-voting members that supply equipment, parts, or materials to reconditioning companies.
- PEARL member companies Network — Member companies implement the PEARL Inspect and Test Standard and affix the PEARL Inspected & Tested Seal to compliant equipment.
- ROMAC Partner — Organization affiliated with David Rosenfield, recipient of the PEARL Lifetime Achievement Award.
- Southland Electrical Supply Partner — Company whose technician participated in and provided testimony on the PEARL Technician Certification Program.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Circular Economy Through Reconditioningmethodology: circular-economyBy extending the lifespan of electrical equipment through certified reconditioning, PEARL reduces waste and environmental impact compared to new manufacturing, positioning reconditioning as a sustainable, high-impact alternative within the electrical industry.
- Consensus-Based Standards Developmentmethodology: consensus-based standards developmentBy developing technical and safety standards through a consensus-driven process that integrates input from member companies, original equipment manufacturers, and established industrial standards, PEARL ensures broad industry alignment, credibility, and adoption of reconditioning practices.
- Standards-Based Membership and Quality Assurancemethodology: standards-based membershipBy restricting membership to qualified reconditioners committed to strict technical and safety standards—and enforcing compliance through site inspections and board approval—PEARL ensures high-quality, reliable reconditioned equipment and strengthens trust in the industry.
- Train-and-Certify Model for Technician Competencymethodology: train-and-certifyBy combining progressive, modular training with certification requirements, PEARL ensures that technicians achieve standardized levels of knowledge and proficiency, which in turn promotes consistent safety and quality across the reconditioning industry.
- Unified Advocacy for Industry Interestsmethodology: unified-advocacyBy acting as a unified voice in legislative and regulatory discussions, PEARL advances member interests more effectively than individual companies could alone, leveraging collective influence to shape favorable policy outcomes.