IFE Blog Posts
How to Detect and Avoid Uncertified Parts in Your Fastener Supply Chain
This post explores burnout in the fastener industry, offering practical tips on self-care, collaboration, setting boundaries, and continuous learning to help industry professionals maintain energy and motivation in a demanding work environment.
Preventing Burnout in the Fastener Industry
This post explores burnout in the fastener industry, offering practical tips on self-care, collaboration, setting boundaries, and continuous learning to help industry professionals maintain energy and motivation in a demanding work environment.
Nuts And Bolts of Marketing
On day three of IFE 2024, marketing experts Hali Gibson and Rosa E. Hearn led a workshop, sharing practical strategies for marketing success, including embracing limitations, maintaining brand consistency, and prioritizing smart decision-making.
ATTEND
Join us September 15 – 17, 2025 in Las Vegas for the most comprehensive B2B trade show that caters to the entire supply chain. Network, build relationships, and do business at this year’s show!
EXHIBIT
Network with your buyers and vendors, meet potential new customers, and showcase your products and services. Attendees from across the globe will have the chance to connect with your company.
SESSIONS ON THE SHOW FLOOR
IFE 2025 will feature panelists and an educational program that covers a variety of topics from leaders in the fastener industry.
SourceGlobal at IFE
SourceGlobal is a dedicated sourcing area where U.S. distributors, importers, and sourcing professionals can meet face-to-face with hundreds of international factories without leaving the U.S.
YOUNG FASTENER PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR AWARD
The Young Fastener Professional of the Year award recognizes and honors a young professional who has made significant contributions to fastener industry.
The recipient will be recognized at a special event during the International Fastener Expo and receive a commemorative plaque.
HALL OF FAME
The Fastener Hall of Fame recognizes professionals who have made significant and enduring contributions to the industrial 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.
The recipient will be recognized at a special event during the International Fastener Expo and receive a commemorative plaque.