IN THE NEWS with Fastener News Desk the Week of October 30, 2023

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Here’s what’s happening in fastener industry news, acquisitions, and upcoming events the week of October 30, 2023.

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From touchdown in Sin City! The Fastener News Desk video showcases landing in Las Vegas kicking off the action-packed 3 days at the 2023 International Fastener Expo (IFE) held at Mandalay Bay October 9-11th. FND’s ‘That’s A Wrap’ exclusive video captures every vibrant moment of IFE 2023! Dive into the heart of the expo and discover why, after 40 years, IFE remains an unmatched beacon for the fastener industry! Read more and watch video:

Recapping IFE 2023: The Premier Fastener Expo Experience [VIDEO]

NEFCO, a leading specialty supply partner to the professional construction trades, has completed the acquisition of Edge Construction Supply (“Edge”). Edge is headquartered in Spokane, WA, and has eight additional locations in Washington, Idaho, Oregon, and Montana. This is NEFCO’s ninth acquisition since 2017 and brings the total number of NEFCO locations to 35. Read more:

NEFCO Completes Acquisition of Edge Construction Supply

Daniel Bossard, CEO of the Bossard Group has been awarded EY Entrepreneur of the Year in the Family Business category.

Daniel Bossard is CEO and representative of the seventh generation of the Bossard Group. The company is a leading global provider of solutions in industrial connection and assembly technology. Daniel combines exemplary leadership of family and company in a highly competitive market and across generations. Read more:

The EY Entrepreneur of the Year™ 2023 Award Winner ‘Family Business’ Daniel Bossard, Bossard Group

Congratulations to Eurolink Fastener Supply Service on the Grand Opening of their new headquarters in Greer, SC. FND wishes the Eurolink team lots of success, prosperity and good times in their new facility! https://eurolinkfss.com/

The Fastener Industry’s Favorite Podcast

Listen Up ThreadHeads and FasteNerds Fully Threaded Radion Episode 193 – Haul of Fame is LIVE! Join hosts Eric Dudas & Brian Musker ‘recent IFE Fastener Hall of Fame Inductees and the industry’s favorite podcasters with guests:

Rosa Hearn of BBI & Matt Boyd of Parker Fasteners
Eurolink CEO Craig Penland
Fastener Training Minute: Carmen Vertullo
BONUS CAMEO: Marty Nolan
Brian and Eric reflect on Vegas and all the help they’ve had along the way.

Tune in: https://www.fullythreaded.com/

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In today’s competitive market standing out from the crowd is crucial for sales success. Join the Midwest Fastener Association on Thursday, November 2^nd 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. for The Power of Value-Added Selling featuring professional, speaker, sales trainer, and author Paul Reilly. Value-Added Selling is a game-changing strategy that allows you to outsell the competition while maintaining profitability. Register today at https://mwfa.net/

On November 2nd, The Mid-West Fastener association invites you to join them in celebrating the remarkable achievements of the MWFA 2023 Hall of Fame Inductees and applaud the accomplishments of the MWFA 2023 Scholarship winners. The event also provides an opportunity for you to cast your vote for the election of the MWFA Board of Directors.

The guest speaker for the occasion will be none other than Dirk Beveridge, promising attendees an inspiring and insightful experience. To register and get more info go to: https://mwfa.net/

Grow from novice to knowledgeable with Fastener Training Institutes Fastener Basics training. Learn the basics of fastener parts and increase your fastener knowledge advantage! The all-day training session is geared for individuals new to the fastener industry and those who need to know more about the products they sell. Fastener Basics Training is scheduled for:

Date: Thursday, November 16, 2023

Time: 8:30am to 4:00pm

Location: Union City, CA

Instructors: Kevin Chavis, Regional Manager, Star Stainless David Palmquist, Sales, Desert Distribution

Register: https://fastenertrainingevents.com/fastener-basics.htm

Join Pac-West for their After Hours get together in Newark, CA November 16, 2023, from 5:00 – 8:00 pm at BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse. Stop by and meet other people in the fastener industry and expand your professional network. Register: https://www.pac-west.org/

Fastener Training Week will be held in Los Angeles, CA. December 4 – December 8, 2023, The Fastener Training Institute, and the Industrial Fasteners Institute (IFI) continue their partnership to present Fastener Training Week – five intensive days of education and plant tours as part of the acclaimed FTI Certified Fastener Specialist™ (CFS) advanced technical training program. After completing this invaluable industry training in a small group environment and passing a final exam, attendees are eligible for the CFS designation. Fastener Training Week in Los Angeles, CA is hosted by the Pacific-West Fastener Association. Register now: https://fastenertrainingevents.com/los-angeles-2023.htm

Fastener News Desk is not just about the latest fastener news. We’re about transformative insights, actionable trends, and the big shifts shaping the industrial fastener sector.

The stories featured in this week’s episode of IN THE NEWS can be found in our (X) feed @FastenerNews and on LinkedIn in the Fastener News Group!

If you would like to share your company’s news or events contact me, lisa@fastenernewsdesk.com. Thanks for tuning in to this week’s episode of ‘IN THE NEWS’ with Fastener News Desk.