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Event Dates: February 28 - March 3
Exhibit Dates: March 1 - 3
Booth draw will take place in May.
Over the new few weeks, 2022 sponsors will be given first right of refusal for 2023 sponsorships. Exhibitors who would like to move up in the booth draw priority will be given an opportunity to secure a sponsorship ahead of booth draw.
Two weeks prior to the booth draw, a schedule of all appointments will be provided to exhibitor contacts. If your contact has changed, please provide an updated contact by emailing fencetech@americanfenceassociation.com.
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In 2022, AFA is taking education on the road! Join us around the country for industry-leading training in fence installation, gate systems design, operations management, and best business practices. For the most up to date list of sessions or to register, visit www.americanfenceassociation.com/events.
AFA University On the Road – ARLINGTON, TEXAS
When: April 24-30, 2022
Schools Offered: Fence Contractor Business School (FCBS), Operations Manager School (OMS)
Where: Hilton Arlington, 2401 E. Lamar Blvd., Arlington, TX
AFA University On the Road - BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA
When: May 11-13, 2022
Schools Offered: Fence Installation School (FIS), Gate Automation Technician School (GATS)
Where: Hampton Inn by Hilton, 11271 Reiger Road, Baton Rouge, LA
AFA University On The Road - SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK
When: September 28-30, 2022
MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!
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Congratulations to the following individuals who have recently earned certifications through the Accreditation and Certification Institute! CERTIFIED GATE AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN - Scott Davis, Smith Fence Company, Clearwater, FL - Jared Rabalais, Dailey’s Fence Company, Crowley, LA If you’d like to join your peers who are elevating their careers and professionalism within the industry, please visit https://acieducation.org for more information on available certifications and how to apply. Upcoming testing events include: • Friday, April 29 – Arlington, TX • Saturday, May 15 – Baton Rouge, LA • Friday, July 29 – Oklahoma City, OK • Friday, September 30 – Saratoga Springs, NY For the most up to date list of upcoming testing events or to reserve a seat, please visit https://acieducation.org/events. We are adding new events often so check back if there is not an upcoming event in your area! If you have questions about certification programs or ACI, please contact Sara Surprenant at info@acieducation.org or 734-635-8184.
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 On Wednesday, February 16th, 2022, members of the American Fence Association participated in a work event at the Ronald McDonald House in New Orleans. In addition to donating several hundred dollars’ worth of much needed tools and equipment, they also built an amazing 175-foot wood fence to replace one that had been badly damaged by Hurricane Ida.
Other tasks completed included the installation of non-skid strips on our front steps, organizing our storage room and providing an amazing crawfish boil that was greatly enjoyed by volunteers, staff, and guests of Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Louisiana.
We cannot thank AFA enough for the time and money they contributed to this very successful and much needed event.
-Bob Van Den Akker
Operations Manager, Ronald McDonald House of South Louisiana
  
 
We are looking forward to our next Mission’s Event at FENCETECH 2023 in Oklahoma City!
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 Ever feel like you're running in fifteen different directions, working hard but spinning your wheels and getting nowhere?
Feel like you're swimming upstream and everyone else is effortlessly floating downstream, even your own employees?
If so, you and your company could be victims of a dysfunctional organization and lack of a collective corporate mission.
Learn how you can identify dysfunction and improve your company's workflow and mindset in our most recent issue of Fencepost. Read the article: Moving a Rubber Tree Plant.
Any time, anywhere - read Fencepost at your convenience: you can access back issues of the publication online, in our digital archives.
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AFA would like to welcome the new members who have recently joined the association.
We're glad you're part of the family!
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AFA would like to thank all those who have recently renewed their membership with the association. Thank you for your continued loyalty and support!
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AFA Members,
From hiring subcontractors to cyber protection and employee disputes, myriad risks surround the fence industry, including some you may not have considered.
Read this helpful article from AFA's member partner Alliant Insurance to learn how to protect your business and avoid common risks in your industry, such as:
• Overpaying for workers’ compensation insurance
• Leaving gaps in your insurance coverages
• Missing important procedures when hiring subcontractors
READ: 5 Fence Industry Risks You May Be Missing
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Every year, on April 28, the nation recognizes Workers Memorial Day. This is the day we pay our respects to those who lost their lives on the job, and recognize the impact these tragic losses have on families, co-workers, and communities. This year, the day also recognizes that everyday essential workers have put their lives on the line during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Tax Act Blog
Tax season is over, but next year's will be here before you know it. The further ahead you start planning, the better chance you'll have of significantly reducing your tax burden in 2023. Plus, your future self will thank you for taking steps to improve your financial future.
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Hiring and keeping qualified staff is a top priority. We understand - and we can help.
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Click here to take the first step toward improved hiring and retention practices.
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