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All the Happenings in IFE 2024’s Fireside Chat Lounge

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All the Happenings in IFE 2024’s Fireside Chat Lounge

 

IFE 2024 is not just about discovering the latest innovations and products in the fastener industry—it’s also about forging meaningful connections and gaining valuable insights. One of the key spaces in the 2024 Exhibit Hall, designed to foster these interactions, is the Fireside Chat Lounge.

This year, the Fireside Chat Lounge is packed with engaging sessions and networking opportunities that you won’t want to miss. The Fireside Chat sessions will cover a range of topics that are critical to the fastener industry and beyond. Here’s a look at the sessions you can expect:

Tuesday, September 10

11:40AM -12:00PM        ASTM Ask the Expert

Presented by Toby Anderson, Chair, ASTM F16 Fastener Committee, and President of Bay Bolt

 

1:30PM-1:50PM               Creating a Winning Company Culture

Presented by Don Shan, Business Development at Fastener Solutions Group

 

Wednesday, September 11

10:40AM-11:00AM         Magnets Behind the Scenes

Presented by Mike Devine, Director of Technology of Adams Magnetic Products

 

11:40AM-12:00PM         Top 3 Risks for Unexpected Financial Loss, and how Current Technology can Mitigate

Presented by Will Snyder, Co-Founder and COO of WTC, Managed IT Services

 

In addition to these enlightening sessions, the Fireside Chat Lounge offers eight dedicated networking opportunities based upon both US regions and industries throughout the fastener community. These sessions are designed to bring attendees and exhibitors together, fostering connections that can lead to new partnerships and business opportunities. Whether you’re looking to meet industry leaders, potential clients, or fellow innovators, these networking sessions provide the perfect platform to expand your professional network.

Here are the networking times:

Tuesday, September 10

  • 10:00AM-10:20AM: Midwest Region
  • 10:25AM-11:00AM: Aerospace Industry
  • 11:00AM-11:20AM: Automotive Industry
  • 11:20AM-11:40AM: OEMs
  • 1:00PM-1:20PM: Northeast Region
  • 2:00PM-2:20PM: Southwest Region
  • 2:20PM-2:40PM: West Region

Wednesday, September 11

  • 10:00AM-10:20AM: Southeast Region

Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of these engaging discussions and valuable networking sessions at the IFE 2024 Fireside Chat Lounge. Whether you’re looking to learn, connect, or collaborate, the Fireside Chat Lounge is the place to be.

Join us at IFE 2024 and let the conversations in the Fireside Chat Lounge ignite your passion for the fastener industry! Get registered today!

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