30 Under 30
The Fastener Industry Coalition (FIC) in cooperation with the newly formed fastener industry association, Young Fastener Professionals (YFP), is sponsoring an initiative to identify 30 of the “up and comers” in the fastener industry. Termed “30 Under 30”, this recognition program is open to any fastener industry professional 30 years or younger. Nominations for this program must be received by September 15 and the “30 Under 30” will be announced and recognized at the National Industrial Fastener Show in Las Vegas.
Nominees are allowed to submit their own applications but other members of the fastener industry can nominate them as well. Application forms are available on both organizations’ websites:
www.youngfastenerprofessionals.com
The Young Fastener Professionals association is a newly formed group creating a platform for young professionals to share their knowledge and perspective with the fastener industry. Directed by the next generation and comprised of companies within the fastener industry, YFP is focused on driving business forward while seamlessly adapting to our constantly changing business environment. While respectfully embracing and preserving the industry’s past, this next generation is re-shaping our business spectrum through technology and the implementation of the most current business practices. YFP invites and encourages young professionals to join and become part of this process. Additional information and membership applications can be found on their website.
The Fastener Industry Coalition is an organization made up of regional and national fastener associations concerned with the distribution, manufacture and importation of fasteners as wellas services to the fastener industry. Since it’s inception, the FIC has evolved into an important organization within the fastener industry. With all of the regional fastener associations, three national associations and a training institute as members, the FIC is the only organization in the fastener industry where specific industry topics can be addressed and acted upon by an existing collective industry network. Political advocacy is still a high priority for the FIC.