Distributor's Link Magazine Winter 2025 / Vol 48 No 1
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58THE DISTRIBUTOR’S LINKEMAIL info@fastenershows.comWEB www.fastenershows.comTHE BEST OF IFE 2024: TOP TAKEAWAYS FROM THEFASTENER INDUSTRY’S PREMIER EVENTThe 2024 International Fastener Expo officially wrappedup, and what an incredible event it was! This year’sevent exceeded all expectations and provided invaluableopportunities for fastener industry professionals,exhibitors, and attendees. IFE 2024 welcomed thousandsof attendees from 35+ countries, with over 600 boothsshowcasing the latest products, technologies, andservices, throughout the Expo Hall.One of the highlights of IFE 2024 was the comprehensiveeducational program. With 9 Session Stage presentations,4 Fireside Chats, and 2 workshops covering a wide arrayof topics—including AI, work-life balance, technologytrends, fastener finishes and applications, marketingand more—attendees had the chance to gain insightsfrom top industry experts. The keynote address by BeauGroover, President of The Effective Syndicate, kicked offthe event with a compelling discussion on operationalperformance, focusing on clarity, teamwork, discipline,and leadership. If you missed any sessions or want torevisit the highlights, check out the session recordings onIFE Replay.Networking was in full swing at IFE 2024 givingattendees ample opportunities to connect, exchangeideas, and forge new partnerships. The Welcome PartySHOW EVENT ARTICLEon Monday evening was a hit, offering a relaxed settingfor over 900 guests to mingle, enjoy a cigar at thepopular cigar rolling cabana, and sample the handcraftedcocktails. The new networking sessions in the FiresideChat Lounge brought together peers from the same regionand industry, while various happy hours in the Expo Hall’sbooths and lounge areas added to the networking buzz.Beyond the structured networking and sessions inthe Expo Hall, this year’s event featured special events,including the sold-out annual Golf Tournament at the BaliHai Golf Course. Congratulations to our 2024 GolfTournament winners:¤ First Place Team: Michael Morrissey, Dan Finucan,Chris Berner, and Kent Shutey from American Ring¤ Second Place Team: Jack Dobek, Tim Quick, EricMason, and Dennis Doyle from B&D Cold Headed Products¤ Third Place Team: Ryan Cooper, Todd Baker, JamieNelson, and Andy Sanderson from B&D Cold Headed ProductsLong Drive Champions:¤ Men: AJ Gallo from Holo-Krome¤ Women: Erin Waidelich from FDHClosest to the Pin:• Jack Dobek from B&D Cold Headed ProductsCONTINUED ON PAGE 114
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