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About Us

Making Educational Resources Accessible for the Piano Technician Community

ProPTN is dedicated to the exchange of ideas, methods, and resources for student and professional technicians of all levels. We believe a healthy piano industry starts with educated technicians.

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Our Story

During the COVID-19 lockdown in March 2020, I decided to use my spare time to tackle a project I’d had on my mind since I started studying piano technology: Develop an online space dedicated to making piano technology education more accessible. Having experienced the limitations of entering an archaic industry, I wanted to make the path a little smoother for those who would come after me. Inspired by my mentors who dedicated their time to passing on their generational knowledge to me, I wanted to expand the knowledge-sharing base by creating an infrastructure that would work more efficiently to solve some of the problems facing the modern-day student technician. 

What you see here is what I wish I had many years ago:

 

  • Articles that can be accessed with ease 

  • Clear photo and video tutorials 

  • A forum of young students and professionals who can share their educational journeys with each other 

  • Online programs that serve as continuing education opportunities 

  • An educational marketplace where you can both purchase a tool AND learn how to use it

  • A podcast centering leaders who have made contributions to the industry at large

 

I owe a debt of gratitude to many who have shared and supported the mission over the past several years. We hope this platform will continue to benefit our members - both in their professional careers and in their personal development. We are still growing and finding more ways to expand our offerings, so please stay in touch, or explore our collaboration opportunities listed below if you feel our mission is in line with yours.

Thanks for being part of our community! 

 - Hannah

Our Team

Hannah Beckett

Hannah Beckett

Executive Director

Hannah has been the driving force behind ProPTN's growth and expansion. Her work has covered everything from content and operations management to partnerships and marketing. She is passionate about uniting all areas of the piano industry in an effort to promote the enjoyment of quality music at all levels.

McKinley Corbley

McKinley Coda

Contributing Editor,
Podcast Host/Producer

A former news writer and editor, McKinley assists in handling ProPTN's editorial content. In addition to proofreading, peer reviewing, writing, editing, and revising the platform's articles and pages, she also helps with website development and technician outreach.

Kelly Overvold

Kelly Overvold

Librarian

Kelly (they/she) is the archivist and record-keeper for ProPTN. Their work has included writing, editing, content creation, and cataloging the platform’s resources. They are also responsible for designing, launching, and moderating the ProPTN Study Hall Discord server for technicians to ask questions, discuss industry-related topics, and engage with other technicians around the world.

Laura Rose

Laura Rose

Business & Marketing Consultant

Laura Rose leads ProPTN’s marketing services with deep expertise in the piano industry, development, and digital strategy. She’s helped international piano brands and technicians grow their reach through storytelling, design, and data-driven campaigns.

Collaborate With Us!

Our mission is to improve the piano technology industry, and we like to make partnerships with people and businesses who share that goal. We believe in promoting good work, good opportunities, good products, and good resources.

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Independent Educators

We provide support for educators who would like to share their knowledge with the technician community. Ask us about collaboration opportunities, including:

  • Article publication

  • Editing support

  • Virtual or In-Person Class Organizing

  • Podcast interviews

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Producers

We provide promotional support for wholesale and retail tools and products. Ask us about opportunities, including:

  • Educational content development

  • Product reviews

  • Distribution

  • Branding support

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Schools & Institutions

Whether you're mentoring a few technicians or teaching class room full of students, we'd love to help you streamline your scholastic needs. Ask us about:

  • Community support

  • Online hosting 

  • Program and curriculum design

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