Charles H. Thornton Receives Hoover Medal

Dr. Thornton has always had a vision for making the world a better place through his own dedication and contributions, from the arduous tasks associated with providing the structural engineering design for the tallest buildings in the world to the commitment and dedication necessary to found a mentoring program that now includes 1,200 high school students in seventeen cities throughout the United States…he understands the importance of giving back to the industry he loves so much and laying the foundations for the next generation of engineering and construction professionals…Charles Thornton’s charisma and energy are contagious…we all benefit from the fruits of his labor.

Charles Thornton was honored by the Building Congress at the 1999 Industry Recognition Dinner for exactly these leadership qualities and accomplishments. His friends and colleagues congratulate him on this exceptional national award.