Viva Las Vegas – NAFED Style
A couple of weeks back, the fire protection industry got together at the NAFED (National Association of Fire Equipment Distributors) in Las Vegas to see each other face to face. Walking the expo and seeing all new products is always a great time.
Show Highlights:
- Kick off with Diane Pien and the state of the industry
- Key Note – Charting a New Course for Leadership Success
- Remote Inspection (NFPA 915) with Terry Victor
- Amerex Pre-Show Party!!
- Aaron Johnson’s – Affecting Change through Codes and Standards
- Accelerating Recurring Revenue with Fire Protection Workflows – Drew Slocum
Expo Highlights:
- Brooks Mobile / E-Commerce App
- 5 Software Companies in attendance!!
- Amerex’s Vehicle Fire Detection / Suppression
- National Account Fire Protection companies
In a few weeks, Atlantic City will be the next stop for NAFED. Make sure to take some time to stop by and say hi to the Inspect Point team. Drew Slocum will present on Thursday, April 7 (NFPA — 915) and Friday, April 8 (Accelerating Recurring Revenue).
NAFED Vegas!
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