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April 11, 2023

Hall of Fame and YFP Nominations Are Open!

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Hall of Fame and YFP Nominations Are Open!

 

We are excited to announce that nominations are now open for the 2023 Hall of Fame and Young Fastener Professional Awards! Keeping the tradition alive, the 2023 inductee(s) will be recognized at a special ceremony during the International Fastener Expo and receive a commemorative plaque.

Hall of Fame Award Nominations

The Fastener Hall of Fame recognizes professionals who have made significant and long-lasting contributions to the fastener industry on a national or global scale. Individuals selected for induction will join other honored industry members, including but not limited to inventors, business leaders, and educators. See past Hall of Fame Winners here.

Young Fastener Professional of the Year

The Young Fastener Professional of the Year award recognizes and honors a young professional who has made noteworthy and impactful contributions to fastener industry. See past Young Fastener Professional Winners here.

Nominee applications are reviewed by the Fastener Industry Coalition, which is made up of a representative from each industry association. The coalition ranks the list through a series of votes and narrows it down to the finalists and winners that will be recognized.

Learn more about the awards criteria and nominate a deserving fastener professional today! Nominations will be accepted until June 30, 2023.

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