Summit: October 7, 2026 | Expo: October 8-9, 2026

Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix, AZ

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Summit: October 7, 2026 | Expo: October 8-9, 2026

Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix, AZ

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Jo Morris

Jo Morris

Managing DirectorFastener Training Institute

Jo Ann Morris is a fastener industry professional with extensive experience spanning distribution, training, sales, and business development. As Managing Partner at Desert Distribution, Jo Ann works closely with customers and industry partners to support supply chain success and strengthen relationships throughout the fastener marketplace. Her diverse career has provided a deep understanding of both the technical and commercial aspects of the industry.

In addition to her leadership role at Desert Distribution, Jo Ann serves as Managing Director for the Fastener Training Institute (FTI), a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing fastener knowledge through industry-leading education and training programs. Throughout her career, she has held positions in sales, business development, and regional account management, helping manufacturers, distributors, and end users navigate the evolving fastener landscape. Her passion for education, workforce development, and industry collaboration has made her a respected advocate for professional growth within the fastener community.

Thu Oct 0812:00 PM – 1:00 PMIFE Insights Stage

From Standards to Succession: How Fastener Groups Are Responding to Market Pressures

  • Workforce aging and knowledge loss
  • Standards complexity and misinterpretation
  • Offshore sourcing risk and quality escapes
  • Regulatory pressure (trade,
  • Workforce aging and knowledge loss
  • Standards complexity and misinterpretation
  • Offshore sourcing risk and quality escapes
  • Regulatory pressure (trade, compliance, sustainability creep)
  • Declining technical literacy among buyers
  • Workforce aging and knowledge loss
  • Standards complexity and misinterpretation
  • Offshore sourcing risk and quality escapes
  • Regulatory pressure (trade, compliance, sustainability creep)
  • Declining technical literacy among buyers
  • Workforce aging and knowledge loss
  • Standards complexity and misinterpretation
  • Offshore sourcing risk and quality escapes
  • Regulatory pressure (trade, compliance, sustainability creep)
  • Declining technical literacy among buyers
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PanelSession TypeLeadershipSession Track
Anna Hasman
Jo Morris
Dan Walker
Anna Hasman
Anna HasmanGlobal Business Manager, Fastener Technology International/American Fastener Journal
Jo Morris
Jo MorrisManaging Director, Fastener Training Institute
Dan Walker
Dan WalkerManaging Director, Industrial Fasteners Institute
Anna Hasman
Anna HasmanGlobal Business Manager, Fastener Technology International/American Fastener Journal
Jo Morris
Jo MorrisManaging Director, Fastener Training Institute
Dan Walker
Dan WalkerManaging Director, Industrial Fasteners Institute