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 Hotels are officially sold out! AFA is working to get additional rooms available for you. Check www.fencetech.com for more information.
Attendance for Oklahoma City is currently tracking ahead of nine of the past ten FENCETECH shows from that past ten years.
Not exhibiting yet? FENCETECH 2023 is almost SOLD OUT! There are currently 4 available booths on the show floor. Don’t miss your chance to get in front of the highly motivated audience that FENCETECH brings! To reserve your spot, reach out to Jim Hawarden at (314) 561-6717 or jim@americanfenceassociation.com.
Special Workshop is being offered: Electrical Theory and Wiring Practices Workshop. This workshop is a hands-on training class dealing with the common principles of access controls. We will be using our electrical training boards and relays to wire and replicate common components of an access control system.
Register here.
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Get ready for two AFA University events coming soon!
 April 26 – 28: Sacramento, CA
Welding class, Fence Installation School with Ornamental and Chain link hands on training, and Gate Automation Designer School will be offered.
Security Contractor Services is hosting the welding and Fence Installation School.
June 4 –10: Wadsworth, OH
Get ready for a full week of school in Ohio. AFA will be offering Fence Installation School – all 5 disciplines that include ornamental, chain link, vinyl, agriculture, and wood – as well as Sales Training School and Fence Contractor Business School.
Registration opening soon!
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The Garden State Chapter of the AFA extends a big thank you to all the vendors and attendees who made Jackpot 2023 a success! Check out these GSAFA photos from the event, and find more at www.facebook.com/gardenstateafa. See you all in 2025!
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 The Memphis Tri-State Fence Association will host its 37th Annual Golf Tournament on Friday, May 19th and Saturday, May 20th, 2023.
There will be a Practice Round and evening Hospitality and Reception on Friday, and the tournament will take place at the Tunica National Golf Course on Saturday. Don't miss out on the Robert O'Kelly Memorial Putting Contest, and the Saturday night steak dinner and awards presentation!
Learn more and register here.
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Want to have your company or chapter updates highlighted in an upcoming issue of Fencepost or Across the Fence?
Get in touch!
We want to celebrate your professional successes, update AFA members on your upcoming events, and highlight what's new with your company.
Send your news and photos to editor@americanfenceassociation.com or memberservices@americanfenceassociation.com.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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 Miller Edge is pleased to announce David Lane as their new Regional Sales Manager for the U.S. West Region. Lane has over 40 years of sales experience, holding many prestigious positions in industrial sales with a specific focus on doors and loading docks and the wider material handling industry.
In his new position, Lane will work closely with customers located in the western region to help support, grow, and expand their business. On his appointment, Lane commented, “I am excited to bring my years of experience and expertise in the field to Miller Edge. I pride myself on being a trusted advisor and key resource for customers.”
About Miller Edge
Miller Edge is a leading North American manufacturer of UL 325 recognized safety accessories for motorized commercial doors and automated gate systems. More information at www.milleredge.com.
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Indeed
According to a recent survey by Indeed and Forrester, "expectations around wellbeing at work continue to increase especially among younger generations, while perceptions of who is responsible for creating happiness in the workplace are shifting."
So, what really drives workplace wellbeing – and how can we better understand what shapes it? Read more to find out...
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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 give a shout-out to our members celebrating anniversaries with the association.
We're honored to mark another year in our partnership!
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Synchrony makes financing simple.
 Partnering with Synchrony opens the door to an effective consumer financing program, plus business-building tools like training, marketing and more.
Not enrolled in the AFA and Synchrony financing program?
Now through April 30th, 2023 AFA members have access to receive a $300 Visa® Prepaid Card by mail when you enroll in the AFA and Synchrony financing program, complete new dealer training and submit three new credit applications by 4/30/22.*
Contact Mark Schiavone at (303) 963-6441, or email mark@membersavingsprogram.com, if you have any questions about this exclusive offer!
Visit MSP at FENCETECH!
AFA's MSP and supplier reps will be at FENCETECH 2023 in OKC! Stop by and visit them at the AFA booth to learn more about growing your business profits and saving money on products and services you rely on every day.
PLUS: MSP will hold an educational presentation on February 28th at 11:00 a.m. We encourage you to attend the presentation to learn more about Group Purchasing Power.
See you there!
*One-time incentive. Limit one Visa Prepaid Card per merchant. To qualify, merchants must have enrolled with Synchrony, completed new dealer training and submitted three new credit applications by 4/30/22. All valid, approved or declined applications qualify. Allow 8 weeks from the end of the offer period (4/30/22) to receive the Visa Prepaid Card. The Visa Prepaid Card is issued by MetaBank® pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. Offer valid only on new partner enrollments. Not applicable for program transfers. Credit is extended by Synchrony Bank.
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