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In This Issue
- Association News
The Early Bird Gets the Savings: Golf Without Guilt
Membership Renewals on Their Way
Security America to Present a Customized Insurance Seminar
NTS: States Update Schedules for New Year
- Member News
Supreme Security Systems Reports Increase in Sales, Awards
Member Benefit Spotlight: Alarm Debt Liquidation Group
Summary
Association News
The Early Bird Gets the Savings: Golf Without Guilt
Register to participate in Golf Without Guilt and take advantage of the Early Bird Special. Sign up by Dec. 31 and save $25!!!
Membership Renewals on Their Way
It’s that time of year again, membership renewals have been mailed. Please review your invoice and send back with payment at your earliest convenience. Membership kits will soon be on their way!
Security America to Present a Customized Insurance Seminar
Richard Poling of Security America Risk Retention Group will present a seminar called, “A Customized Insurance Solution for the Security Alarm Industry” on Wednesday, April 5, 2006, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the NBFAA Spring Conference in Vegas.
NTS: States Update Schedules for New Year
Many state associations have submitted their new course schedules for 2006. Don’t wait! Check out the newest NTS courses in your area today!
Chapter News
TBFAA Elects New Board for 2006
The Tennessee Burglar and Fire Alarm Association announced a new Board of Directors for 2006.
Member News
Supreme Security Systems Reports Increase in Sales, Awards
A leading electronic security provider in New Jersey attributes success to strategic partnerships, customized solutions and superior customer service.
Member Benefit Spotlight: Alarm Debt Liquidation Group
ADLG specializes in the collection of overdue accounts receivable for the alarm industry. By using their extensive knowledge of both the alarm industry and the collection process, they’re able to consistently achieve high recovery rates, contributing to the profitability and growth potential for your business.
Industry News
IQ Program Embarks on a Targeted International Campaign Starting in Canada
The IQ Certification program (Installation Quality) has embarked on a bold and focused campaign of bringing its message internationally, beginning in Canada.
Bill to Provide Grants for Colleges That Use Fire Life Safety Detection Equipment
On Dec. 21, Rep.Vito Fossella(R-NY), sponsor of the NBFAA endorsed Congressional legislation, H.R.4460, “The College Life Safety and Fire Protection Act,” held a press conference at Wagner College in New York.
In The News
NBFAA News
Association News
The Early Bird Gets the Savings: Golf Without Guilt
Register to participate in Golf Without Guilt and take advantage of the Early Bird Special. Sign up by Dec. 31 and save $25!!!
Join the Alarm Industry Research and Educational Foundation (AIREF) and NBFAA April 4, 2006, the Tuesday before the start of the ISC West Show and Expo, as we once again team-up to present a day of Golf Without Guilt at the Revere Golf Club — voted best Las Vegas golf course.
Proceeds from the golf tournament will benefit AIREF, an all-volunteer, non-profit group dedicated to conducting research to benefit the electronic life safety security industry, and to enhance public safety.
Your individual contribution of $275 entitles you to green fees, cart, breakfast, lunch, beverage cart, post play cocktail party, and transportation to and from the golf course.
Cash prizes will be awarded to the first, second, and third place foursomes, longest drive, and closest to the pin. For more information, call (888) 447-1689.
Membership Renewals on Their Way
It’s that time of year again, membership renewals have been mailed. Please review your invoice and send back with payment at your earliest convenience. Membership kits will soon be on their way!
As a member of NBFAA, you have some tremendous benefits to take advantage of, including NTS educational discounts, an exclusive insurance program through Security America, membership marketing materials to promote your business, and so much more!
For more information about membership, contact the NBFAA at (888) 447-1689.
Security America to Present a Customized Insurance Seminar
Richard Poling of Security America Risk Retention Group will present a seminar called, “A Customized Insurance Solution for the Security Alarm Industry” on Wednesday, April 5, 2006, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the NBFAA Spring Conference in Vegas.
The seminar will include a broad based discussion of techniques designed to lower your professional liability insurance costs by working with a customized insurer that knows your industry. Topics will include: non-insurance techniques including contracts and business practices; claims examples and what processes and procedures within your company could avoid those claims; and why Security America was formed and how it is designed to specifically address the needs of the security alarm industry.
For more information about Security America or the seminar, visit www.alarm.org.
NTS: States Update Schedules for New Year
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Many state associations have submitted their new course schedules for 2006. Don’t wait! Check out the newest NTS courses in your area today! Because of the scheduling updates, we encourage you to check back regularly for the latest information at: For more information on a course, contact NTS at (866) 636-1687. |
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Chapter News
TBFAA Elects New Board for 2006
The Tennessee Burglar and Fire Alarm Association announced a new Board of Directors for 2006.
New Board Members are as follows:
- Kevin Doyle (Systems Unlimited), Secretary
- Geoff Tillett (Safe n' Sound Security), Northeast Region VP
- John Lee (ADS Security), Southeast Region VP
- Tony Hayes (ADI), Associate Director
- John Knox (Life & Property Security Systems), National Liaison Director
The following board members moved to new positions:
- Jay Hardy (Brinks Home Security), from President Elect to President
- Nelson Garrett (Garrett Security Systems), President to Past President
- Scott Slough (Slough & Assoc.), Secretary to President Elect
The following board members are returning for another term:
- David Smith (Protection Unlimited), Treasurer
- Larry Tidwell (Vanderbilt), MidState Region Vice President
- Jim Overton (Dillard Door & Security), Western Region Vice President
- Will Fleenor (Fleenor Security Systems), Upper East Region Vice President
- Matt Eckert (ADT Security Services), Director-at-Large
- Paul Owen (ADS Security), Director-at-large
- Robyn Cunningham, (Security Equipment Supply), Associate Director
Member News
Supreme Security Systems Reports Increase in Sales, Awards
Supreme Security Systems, a full-service electronic security provider in New Jersey, announced it has achieved significant growth and key milestones in 2005. Among the achievements are a 30 percent increase in sales and numerous award wins.
The member company of NBFAA said it attributes its success to its strategic partnerships, customized solutions and superior customer service.
In addition to achieving record sales this year, Supreme Security secured strategic partnerships with a number of leading manufacturers of security solutions.
Supreme also received numerous honors and distinctions in 2005, including a spot on the Security Distributing & Marketing's SDM 100 list, which recognizes the security industry's biggest players, and received the CSAA Five Diamond award.
Member Benefit Spotlight: Alarm Debt Liquidation Group
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The Alarm Debt Liquidation Group, a division of Anderson, Crenshaw & Associates, specializes in the collection of overdue accounts receivable for the alarm industry. Using their extensive knowledge of both the alarm industry and the collection process, they’re able to consistently achieve high recovery rates, contributing to the profitability and growth potential of their clients. Contact ADLG for specifics on NBFAA discounts and exclusive member benefits. |
Industry News
IQ Program Embarks on a Targeted International Campaign Starting in Canada
The IQ Certification program (Installation Quality) has embarked on a bold and focused campaign of bringing its message internationally, beginning in Canada.
Although CANASA, the Canadian Security Association, has been endorsing IQ Certification for several years and there already are alarm companies in Canada who have received IQ Certification, most major efforts by IQ have targeted the U.S.
"We are thrilled with the interest we've received so far," said IQ Certification Executive Director Dale Eller. "The dealers we met at CANASA understand the marketing benefits of the IQ symbol. They know that consumers will have the extra peace of mind knowing they've hired a company they can trust and that adheres to the rigid set of rules and conditions set by the IQ Program.
To receive their IQ Certification, alarm companies must follow strict installation and false alarm prevention guidelines. They must agree to a stringent code of ethics, have superior maintenance and service programs and train their employees in industry-recognized programs. In addition, they must meet all licensing requirements, have proper insurance coverage and recertify every year.
In addition, IQ certified alarm companies must monitor with an IQ Certified monitoring station.
For more information on the IQ certification program, visit www.alarm.org.
Bill to Provide Grants for Colleges That Use Fire Life Safety Detection Equipment
On Dec. 21, Rep. Vito Fossella(R-NY), sponsor of the NBFAA endorsed Congressional legislation, H.R.4460, “The College Life Safety and Fire Protection Act,” held a press conference at Wagner College in New York.
The Congressman used the occasion to call attention to his bill that seeks to provide a matching federal grant program to colleges and universities for the professional installation of fire life safety detection equipment in college buildings, dorms, and other locations. It is the first major fire detection equipment bill in the Congress.
Speaking in favor of the bill were NBFAA members Tony LaMorte, APCO Security Solutions, and Eddie Keshecki, Statewide Fire Corp. Additional representatives included fire chiefs from the New York Fire Department, Richard Callery and John Bambury, and the Chief of Staff to the President of Wagner College, David Martin.
Fire Chief Bambury said at the conference, “One thing I know about college dorms nationwide is that there are a lot of fires and a lot of deaths. The most important thing to have is a fire alarm that gives early notification to the fire department. I’ve never witnessed a fatal fire when both a sprinkler and an alarm system were operative.”
The press conference was a part of Rep. Fossella’s efforts to secure public and industry support for his legislation as the new 109th Congress, 2nd Session begins in January 2006.
In The News
NBFAA in the Headlines
NBFAA Promotes Bill to Encourage Fire Alarm Installation at Universities
Security Sales & Integration - Dec. 21, 2005
NBFAA supports bill that would award matching grants to colleges, universities, and fraternities and sororities that install fire alarm systems in their buildings.
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The College Life Safety and Fire Protection Act Promotes Life Safety Measures
E-commkiosk.com - Dec. 21, 2005
Members of the NBFAA were on Capitol Hill visiting Congressional offices recently when the “College Life Safety and Fire Protection Act,” H.R.4460, supported by the NBFAA, was introduced by Rep. Vito Fossella, R-N.Y.
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