Distributor's Link Magazine Summer Issue 2015 / Vol 38 No3
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74 THE DISTRIBUTOR’S LINK WOMEN IN THE FASTENER INDUSTRY TEL 617-962-3355 EMAIL pberry@advancecomponents.com WEB www.fastenerwomen.com WIFI’s 6th ANNUAL SPEAKER SERIES AND NETWORKING EVENT This year, for WIFI’s 6th Annual Speaker Series & Networking Event - the theme will be “Cognitive Diversity and Creative Problem Solving: Innovation and Solutions From Out-of-Box Thinking” presented by Tom Payne, president of Essential Growth Solutions. Tom will discuss how individuals and companies can gain the creative edge by working with diverse teams. This event is for women and men who want to find ways to bring creativity and diversity into their workplace and everyday lives. The event will take place at NIFMSE Vegas on October 21st, 3-5pm. For more information visit www.fastenerwomen.com WIFI Announces New Board Member WIFI President Cris Young is happy to announce that Carrie Ann King, President and CEO of EDSCO Fasteners, has joined the WIFI Board. King has worked in the fastener business for 15 years, with experience in purchasing, sales and management. She received her B.S. from Troy University, and her Masters in Accountancy from Auburn University. After working for EDSCO for twelve years, she bought the company from the previous owner. King brings a wealth of skills and experience to WIFI’s membership and mentoring committees. “Being a younger female in the industry has given me the strength and determination to realize I can do anything as long as I work hard and do not give up. I feel my experiences can help guide other women and help them avoid some of the same struggles I had,” says King. For information about WIFI membership, scholarships and sponsorships, please visit www.fastenerwomen.com August 31st Is The Deadline for WIFI Scholarships WIFI Scholarships are available for members to attend the National Industrial Fastener & Mill Supply Expo in Las Vegas, and instructional classes at the Fastener Institute. Members are eligible to apply for the Edith Cameron Scholarship, which pays for entrance, travel and accommodations to the NIFMSE 2015 show, and the Ann Bisgyer Wolz Scholarship, which covers classes, travel and accommodations to attend classes at the Fastener Institute. Applications and information are available on fastenerwomen.com Join WIFI and get connected! ASSOCIATION ARTICLE WOMEN IN THE FASTENER INDUSTRY
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