Episode #94 – The Show Goes On

FastenerTech ’15 was a huge success, and the NFDA made haste by holding its summer meeting concurrently in Rosemont, elevating its new leadership. Stelfast honcho, Don Haggerty announces a new Stelfast location (1:24:13), and industry legend, Mr. Robbie Gilchrist comments on the state of the fastener industry (17:54). The FDI saw a small dip in May, and Mike McNulty and Paul Tiffany ruminate on the latest numbers on the Fastener News Report (56:27). Plus, industry guru, Carmen Vertullo, presents the Fastener Training Minute and previews upcoming Fastener Training Institute events (1:18:44). Also, Casey McIlhon, Tracey Lumia, Gary & Andy Graham of National Threaded Fasteners, Lori Coar, Rich Cavoto, and many more make cameo appearances. Meanwhile, based on the ITR forecast, Brian and Eric prepare to make the most of the online fastener business before the big one hits in 2030. Run time: 2:03:10