Email-Based Discussion Group Celebrates 20 Years As many of its members may be aware, the American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) hosts an email discussion list on issues relating to fire sprinklers. This discussion, known as the SprinklerForum, is open to anyone interested in fire sprinklers and related issues; you need …
Read More »One Million Awarded to Chapters
Since its creation in 1993, the American Fire Sprinkler Association’s (AFSA) Chapter Grants committee has been awarding grants to chapters to help with legislative actions, charity donations, and many other chapter-driven campaigns that required the help of funds from AFSA National. As of 2016, the Chapter Grants committee has reason …
Read More »Chairman’s Message: Vibrant and Growing
We have come a long way from our humble origins 35 years ago to this vibrant city of Nashville in 2016. Vibrant is a good word to describe our convention and our association. By all measures this convention is a record breaker. The number of registrants, exhibitors and rooms booked …
Read More »Networking in Nashville
Education + Entertainment = Fun! Nashville, Tennessee has plenty to offer attendees at the American Fire Sprinkler Association’s (AFSA) 35th Annual Convention & Exhibition, September 14-17, 2016. From managerial and technical seminars to exciting social events, you will find exactly what and who you need! When you’re ready to take a break and relax, AFSA is there to provide …
Read More »AFSA Appoints Elliott as Director of Member Services
The nation’s largest fire sprinkler industry group, the American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA), is pleased to announce the growth of its Membership Department with the hiring of Bradley Elliott as director of member services, further bolstering the organization’s commitment to its membership experience. As director of member services for AFSA, …
Read More »Members Benefit from Informal Interpretations
Utilize This Free Service to Save Time and Money Have you ever had a technical question that you just couldn’t seem to answer? Found yourself wondering who was in the right when you disagreed with an Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) or design team? As a member of the American Fire …
Read More »Management and Training Seminars Shine
Seize the Opportunity at AFSA’s Annual Convention in Nashville Grow your business and set your sights on success by attending the American Fire Sprinkler Association’s (AFSA) 35th Annual Convention & Exhibition “A Grand Ole Opportunity: AFSA in Nashville.” Offering 60 hours of technical and managerial seminars, this year’s event promises …
Read More »Executive Vice President’s Report: Initiative in Fire & Life Safety
Initiative. What a great word for any professional to embrace, particularly in the fire and life safety industry. By definition, initiative is the ability to assess and initiate things independently. In the nonprofit association world, where voluntary leaders make decisions on behalf of members, providing worthwhile programming for companies …
Read More »AFSA Releases New Hire Orientation Video
Workplace Excellence Starts “Day One” The American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) has launched a brand new, updated version of its popular new-hire orientation presentation, “Day One, Safe One.” This members-only benefit is designed to give new hires an idea of what to expect on the job, and to make sure …
Read More »Claim Your Seat in the Virtual Classroom
AFSA Webinars Free for Members There are many benefits to being a member of the American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA). Time and again, members have commented on how joining the association has opened new doors for their business, and allowed them to access resources that are unique to this association. …
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