SPRING 2024
Distributor's Link Magazine Spring 2024 / Vol 47 No 2
Distributor's Link Magazine Spring 2024 / Vol 47 No 2
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THE DISTRIBUTOR’S LINK<br />
MID-WEST FASTENER ASSOCIATION<br />
PO Box 255, Park Ridge, IL 60068<br />
TEL 847-438-8338 EMAIL mwfa@mwfa.net WEB www.mwfa.net<br />
MWFA EVENTS ROUNDUP AND NEW BOARD OF<br />
DIRECTORS ANNOUNCED FOR <strong>2024</strong> by Francesca Lewis<br />
MWFA Holiday Party 2023<br />
The Midwest Fastener Association celebrated its<br />
annual Holiday Party on December 14th at Medinah<br />
Banquets in Addison, IL. Alongside spreading holiday<br />
cheer, the event aimed to give back to the community,<br />
raising over $1,500 in cash donations and collecting a<br />
truckload of toys for Toys for Tots Charity. Attendees<br />
enjoyed visits with Santa, casino games, and a chance<br />
to win prizes generously donated by sponsors, including<br />
AirPods and VIP Bulls tickets. The evening also honored<br />
Nancy Rich for her remarkable 40 years of service, with a<br />
heartfelt tribute from the Board of Directors. Additionally,<br />
Cory Wing and Michelle Curry joined the Board, while<br />
farewells were bid to Steve Urhausen and Tabitha<br />
Herbst. The event showcased the MWFA’s commitment<br />
to community impact and camaraderie, making it more<br />
than just a typical holiday party but a heartwarming<br />
celebration of generosity and recognition.<br />
MWFA Joint Meeting with NASF-CMC<br />
The MWFA kicked off <strong>2024</strong> with its premier event<br />
of the year. Joining forces with the National Association<br />
of Surface Finishers- Chicago Metro chapter, this annual<br />
meeting proved to be nothing short of exceptional. The<br />
evening started with a fun networking cocktail hour,<br />
followed by an amazing presentation from Thomas<br />
Walstrum, a senior business economist at the Chicago<br />
Federal Reserve. Walstrum’s economic update provided<br />
guests with valuable insights into navigating financial<br />
landscapes and understanding the dynamics shaping<br />
today’s markets. From discussions on inflationary<br />
pressures to analyses of emerging market opportunities,<br />
attendees gained a deeper understanding of the forces<br />
driving economic shifts.<br />
Following the presentation, guests continued to<br />
mingle over drinks, appetizers, and a fun round of<br />
mini golf, creating an atmosphere of camaraderie and<br />
excitement. It was truly an unforgettable evening for all<br />
who attended.<br />
MWFA Announces <strong>2024</strong> Board of Directors<br />
President Jake Davis - BTM Manufacturing<br />
Vice President Jill Lewis - Integrated Packaging<br />
Treasurer George Hunt III - Brighton-Best Intl.<br />
Secretary Bobby Wegner - Beacon Fasteners<br />
Directors Bob Baer - Abbott Interfast LLC<br />
Glen Brin - Innovative Components Inc.<br />
Matt Delawder - SWD Inc.<br />
David Gawlik - Stelfast Inc.<br />
Cory Wing - Wing-Hamlin Co., Inc.<br />
Alternates Rich Cavoto - Metric & Multistandard<br />
Michelle Curry - Sems and Specials Inc<br />
Jen Kushnir - Stelfast Inc.<br />
Wayne Wishnew - XL Screw Corporation<br />
Exececutive Director Francesca Lewis<br />
MWFA Welcomes New Members<br />
¤ 10X ERP - Houston, TX<br />
¤ Fastener Solutions Group - Salem, OH<br />
ASSOCIATION ARTICLE<br />
MID-WEST FASTENER ASSOCIATION
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