What is your next step to grow your business or become an expert at install or operations? AFA University offers 5 different options to do just that in Arlington, TX. Register by October 10 to get discounted rates. Not a member? Become a member now at AFA Membership to get even further discounts!

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Scholarships are available for all schools. Click here to apply!

ACI will offer certification testing for Certified Gate Automation Designer, Certified Gate Automation Technician, Certified Fence Contractor, and Certified Operations Manager on November 4^th, 8^th  and 12^th.  Register for an exam here: (separate cost and registration) ACI.

October 30 - November 4

Fence Installation School (FIS)This school is for new hires and installers with less than two years’ experience, although it is open to fence professionals of all levels. The course will cover all 5 disciplines – wood, vinyl, agricultural, ornamental, and chain link.

October 30 - November 4

Operations Manager School (OMS)This school is for managers, superintendents, and other employees responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of fence contracting companies. 

October 30 - November 4

Fence Contractor Business School (FCBS)
This school is for owners, upper-level managers, and future or next-generation owners of fence contracting businesses.




Gate Automation Designer School (GADS)
This school is for individuals who design automated vehicular gate systems for either residential or commercial customers. It is also recommended for sales professionals in the automated gate industry.

November 6-11

Gate Automation Technician School (GATS)
This school is for individuals who want to learn how to safely and professionally install automated vehicular gate operators.

Thanks to Our Sponsors to Date:
Homeland Vinyl
LiftMaster
D&D Technologies
Controlled Products Systems Group
Siren Operated Sensors
Doorking
Wood Defender

Planning for FENCETECH 2023 is underway and registration is slated to open in October. You will not want to miss an opportunity to network with peers and exhibitors and attend valuable education sessions. We look forward to seeing you all in Oklahoma City, OK, February 28 through March 3.

Oklahoma City will be a great venue for FENCETECH 2023 and to celebrate AFA’s 60^th anniversary. It has 14 unique districts, like Bricktown, Oklahoma City's hottest entertainment and dining district. It also offers a discount program and streetcar to encourage attendees to explore the city. More details coming soon.

Check www.fencetech.com for updated information.

Discover Your Next New Partnership or Business Opportunity!

FENCETECH 2023 is a 3-day gathering of the entire fence industry where partnerships are started, deals are closed, and networks are made stronger! Don’t miss your opportunity to make the connections that will advance your business.

Already exhibiting and want to increase your visibility? Check out all the exciting sponsorship opportunities available this year, including the new Bar/Food Kiosk Sponsorship during the Opening Happy Hour!

To reach your target audience and stand out from the crowd at FENCETECH 2023, email fencetech@americanfenceassociation.com today!

There are dishonest third-party companies that may contact you to book hotel rooms through them as FENCETECH attendee or exhibitor on behalf of NOMMA. This is a scam. AFA does not work with an outside housing company.

Hotel information for FENCETECH 2023 has not been released. Official communications will only come from AFA. Like last year, you will receive hotel booking information after you complete your FENCETECH registratin.

Here is a partial list of Known Hotel Scammers. Avoid these companies or any others that reach out to you directly:

• Bethesda List Center
• Biz-Proposal
• Convention Housing Authority
• Conventioneers LLC
• Corporate Booking Services (CBS Inc)
• cloudtech-db
• cvdmprospective
• datainfohub
• dataleadgen
• Docu – Contacts
• Event Travel Planners
• Exhibitors Housing Management
• Exhibitors Housing Services
• Expo Housing Services
• Filmscape Productions (zubli@filmscapepro)
• global-datasales
• Global Expo
• Global Housing Services Corporation (globalhousingcorp)
• Global Travel Partners
• National Travel Associates (NTA)
• newevents
• onlineleadsinc
• Pro Housing
• redhatdata
• shftmktleads
• smars-datasales
• streembases
• TravelEra

If you have questions or concerns, please contact us at 800-822-4342 or fencetech@americanfenceassociation.com.

Do you know a hard-working AFA member who has devoted outstanding service, leadership and contributions to the fence industry? If so, nominate them for one or more of the following Association Awards:

• Ambassador Award
• Distinguished Service Award
• Fence Contractor of the Year Award
• Hall of Fame Award
• Manufacturer of the Year Award

Nominations are due January 11, 2023. Go to AFA Association Awards  to find full eligibility details, award category descriptions and our easy online nomination form. Send questions to memberservices@americanfenceassociation.com.

Contractors: Submit your projects and see if your work is best of the best!

Suppliers: sponsor your customer’s amazing install jobs with your products.

Submissions are only $10 per entry with over 16 categories to choose from:

Categories for Residential and Commercial:

• Multi-use (combined categories of 2 or more)  
• Access Control
• Chain Link
• Deck and Railing
• Farm/Ranch/Agriculture
• Ornamental
• Vinyl
• Wood

Deadline for submissions is January 11, 2023.

Submit your projects here: AFA PRO Awards. Review eligibility requirements here: AFA PRO Award Eligibility Requirements.

GULF SOUTH CHAPTER CLAY SHOOT TOURNAMENT
Date: October 1st, 2022
Venue: : Providence Hill Farm, LLC - Jackson, MS

TEXAS CHAPTER CASINO NIGHT & GOLF TOURNAMENT
Date: October 7-8, 2022
Venue: Rockwall Hilton Lakefront - Rockwall, TX

CFCA CHAPTER EVENT - BACON SKEET SHOOT
Date: December 2, 2022
Venue: Martinez Gun Club - Martinez, CA

Full AFA events calendar available at: www.americanfenceassociation.com/events.

T-MOBILE

Our T-Mobile program has launched! Members are now able to save 12% off eligible rate plans and more! Help educate your members on this new exclusive program.

Save big while adding big value to your small business with T-Mobile. Not only do you get member discounts on eligible devices and monthly plans when you join, but T-Mobile provides easy team management solutions like Bring Your Own Device, and Business Internet, and Price Lock.

Register to start saving with T-Mobile.

For more information on all MSP savings opportunities, visit our one-stop registration page.

An inflation rate that is hovering around a 40-year high has everyone worried, especially the stock market and Crypto currency buffs. How will inflation affect the fence industry, and what can we do to weather the storm?

We explore this question and some solutions in our July/August issue.

Read the article here.