Friday, April 25, 2008
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NBFAA News
Continuing…Top Ten Reasons to attend ESX
As promised, we continue to go through the top ten reasons to attend the Electronic Security Expo (ESX). ESX will debut in the Nashville Convention Center, with seminars running June 25-27, 2008 and exhibits June 26-27. NBFAA Summer Conference starts June 23, so plan to come early. For more information about the Summer Conference go here.
More than 150 exhibitors and 3,500 attendees from across the country are projected at the inaugural event. With so many companies and industry elites attending, it’s hard to know where to start. Here are two more reasons that you should attend ESX, so register today!
8. Get up-to-date information on emerging trends, new technologies and marketing strategies in residential and commercial systems integration for security, fire and custom electronics.
7. Add new recurring revenue opportunities to your company’s service offerings by studying revenue models that incorporate emerging trends and strategies in monitoring and maintaining equipment.
Register by May 30, 2008 and SAVE!
Send a team to cover it all and SAVE! Register three or more people from your company at the same time and save $100 on each 3-day All Seminar and $50 on each One-Day Seminar Pass.
Today is Your Last Chance to Submit NBFAA Leadership Awards!!!
Any NBFAA member can submit a nomination in any, or all, categories. So submit your entries now, the deadline is today April 25.
Download the following nominations forms:
- Chapter of the Year
- Chapter President
- Executive Director
- Chapter Newsletter
- NTS Training Coordinator
- NTS Instructor
The winners of the 2008 awards will be recognized during the NBFAA Summer Conference in Nashville. Each recipient will be honored at a special awards breakfast on June 24.
ESX Offers Exclusive Education for Security Dealers and Integrators
Responding to an industry need for more relevant and dedicated training for electronic security industry professionals, the new Electronic Security Expo (ESX) has announced its schedule of conference seminars for the upcoming event.
Developed by a panel of industry experts, the ESX conference program includes seminars covering central station operations, systems integration, Internet Protocol-enabled security, fire alarm systems, installation and service management, sales, marketing and business development.
Here's a sampling of courses offered:
- Central Station Options for Remote Video & Access Control
- Exploring New Central Station Services for Additional RMR
- Is Your New Hire Training Program Enough?
- The Ups and Downs of VoIP
- False Alarms and Signal Management
- The Art of Buying and Selling an Alarm Company
- Troubleshooting Applications from Soup to Nuts
These valuable training classes are available for all who attend, and when you take advantage of the seminar packages, it results in a bundle of savings. Each session comes out to less than $33 when your purchase a 3-day All Seminar Pass!!!
Click here for a complete list of courses offered at ESX.
B.E.S.T Webinar’s for Your Growing Company
There is still time to register for the May 16 Webinar, “Securing your Piece of the Pie. Don’t miss out on this unique training opportunity.
Looking towards the month of June, we find our next webinar; “Playing the Name Game”. Many professionals are unable to articulate what it is they do in a clear, concise and compelling manner. In, “Playing the Name Game,” we take away the guess work.
This interactive workshop assists participants to create a strong and impactful self-introduction that compels interest in your services. Knowing how to enter and exit a conversation gracefully at networking events is both a skill and an art. Learn how to “work a room,” how to qualify prospects, and what to do with all those business cards you collect.
To see the complete list of 2008 B.E.S.T. webinars and access additional information, go here.
Take Your Place in History and Order Your Ad Today
NBFAA’s 60th anniversary celebration is right around the corner and we are hard at work putting together our comprehensive Tribute to a Legacy of Leadership book. We have created sponsorship ad templates to save you time and money creating your own graphics. The deadline to submit an ad for the tribute book is May 5, so reserve your spot in history now.
To view the templates, go here.
And if you have association history that you want to share, contact Jason Smith at JasonS@alarm.org.
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UNDERSTANDING ALARM SYSTEMS (UAS)
- May 10 – Jackson, Miss.
- May 14 – Mobile, Ala.
CERTIFIED ALARM TECHNICIAN (Level I)
- April 30 – May 2 – Elmsford, N.Y.
- April 30 – May 2 – Long Island, N.Y.
- May 2-4 - Montgomery, Ala.
- May 6-8 - Ft. Walton, Fla.
- May 6-8 - Indianapolis, Ind.
- May 6-8 - Portland, Maine
- May 6-8 - Reno, Nev.
- May 8-10 - Charleston, S.C.
- May 14-16 - Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
- May 16-18 - Port Allen, La.
- May 19-21 - Bettendorf, Iowa
- May 20-22 - Tulsa, Okla.
- May 22-24 - Gulfport, Miss.
- May 27-29 - Portland, Ore.
PRACTICAL ELECTRONICS (LEVEL 2)
- May 15 – Little Rock, Ark.
ADVANCED BURGLAR ALARM TECHNICIAN (ABAT)
- May 2-3 - Manchester, N.H.
- May 3-4 - Lafayette, La.
- May 8-9 - Elk Grove Village, Ill.
- May 13-14 - Lenexa, Kan.
- May 30-31 - Memphis, Tenn.
ELECTRONIC ACCESS CONTROL (EAC)
- May 1-2 - Fort Smith, Ark.
- May 8-9 - Brookfield, Wis.
- May 9-10 - San Juan, Puerto Rico
- May 15-16 - Tampa, Fla.
- May 15-16 - Elmsford, N.Y.
- May 17-18 - Montgomery, Ala.
VIDEO SYSTEM TECHNOLOGIES (VST)
- April 29 – 30 – Fort Smith, Ark.
- May 13-14 - Tampa, Fla.
- May 13-14 - Elmsford, N.Y.
- May 17-18 - Nashville, Tenn.
FIRE ALARM INSTALLATION METHODS
- May 3-4 - Knoxville, Tenn.
- May 13-14 - Little Rock, Ark.
- May 14-15 - Detroit, Mich.
- May 14-15 - Seattle, Wash.
- May 14-16 - Rochester, N.Y.
- May 14-16 - Brooklyn, N.Y.
- May 20-21 - Boston, Mass.
- May 20-21 - Cincinnati, Ohio
- May 22-23 - Bettendorf, Iowa
CONTINUING EDUCATION
- May 16 – Northford, Conn.
Chapter News
Attention all Members Who Do Business in Illinois
It is recommended that all members who do business in the state of Illinois go to NBFAA’s Government Relations state legislation page to learn more about the proposed legislation going on in the state legislature. The proposed legislation has the ability to have a negative impact on any company that installs fire systems. The lobbying effort is being coordinated by the Illinois Electronic Security Association. To view the government relations page please go here.
GELSSA May Meeting Announced
The meeting will be held at the Columbus Marriott on Saturday, May 10. The guest speaker will be Kathy Ferguson from MONEYQUEST, a company that helps with your Past Dues/Collections. The meeting will be held at the Columbus Marriott in downtown Columbus.
If you wish to attend the meeting please contact Kelley Price, Helping Hands Security, Inc at (770)-547-9620 or kelley@helpinghandssecurity.com.
IBFAA Annual Golf Outing
The Indiana Burglar and Fire Alarm Association will be holding their annual golf outing on June 18 at the Pebblebrook golf course. You can register as an individual or with a foursome; an early bird special will be given to all those who register before May 30. Registration at the event will begin at 11:30 a.m. and the event will kick off at noon. There will be a dinner immediately following the last round of golf and prizes will be awarded. Various extras will be available for purchase such as raffle tickets and mulligans. The event is offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you have any questions, please contact Marc Turner (317) 557-3914.
For other upcoming chapter events check out the NBFAA online Event Calendar.
Member Benefit Spotlight
Did you know that your NBFAA membership gives you automatic discounts to help you improve your bottom line?
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NBFAA Members Can Save on Car Rentals from HertzNBFAA members can take advantage of special discounts available through the NBFAA/Hertz Member Savings program. Members are eligible to receive one car class upgrade, $10 off a weekly rental, $15 off a weekend rental and a free child seat on weekly rentals. Discount codes are needed to receive membership discount. To make a reservation, call (800) 654-2210, or visit www.hertz.com. Be sure to include the discount code when making your reservation. Members must also present their NBFAA Membership identification card or their Hertz discount card at the time of rental. |
Industry News You Can Use
IQ Certification Program Re-launches Enhanced, User-Friendly Website
The IQ Certification Program has re-launched its Web site, www.iqcertification.org, with an emphasis on educating consumers about the benefits of IQ Certification.
"By gearing the new Web site toward consumers, we are helping our IQ Certified companies distinguish themselves from their competition in the eyes of end users," said Tim Creenan, Chairman of the IQ Certification Board. "Once consumers understand the importance of IQ Certification, they will want to choose an IQ Certified company for their security and life safety system needs." For more information on IQ Certification, visit www.iqcertification.org or call (866) 833-8302.
Member News
ADI Celebrates Grand Opening of Northeast Hub
ADI, a leading global wholesale distributor of security and low voltage products, today announced the grand opening of its new northeast hub located in Feura Bush, N.Y. This new state-of-the-art distribution center expands ADI’s presence in the northeast, recognizes the growth that’s underway and gives it the capacity to better serve branches and customers in the region.
At nearly 135,000 square feet, this new hub directly supports 25 ADI branches who work with customers throughout the northeast. This expanded facility houses an abundance of inventory to ensure local branches are fully stocked at all times. By opening this new facility, additional space and resources will be available at other ADI hubs to increase inventory and improve delivery times across the entire U.S.
Vector Security Receives Frost & Sullivan 2008 Award
Vector’s commitment to solutions-based relationships, operational excellence, and information technology awareness are the keys to its continuing success. The company’s focus on value over cost is a strong and compelling vision for the future of the industry, and the lead role it takes in the industry trade associations only reinforces this. For these reasons, Vector Security was chosen as recipient of the 2008 North American Frost & Sullivan Award for Commercial Alarm Monitoring Company of the Year.
According to Vector Security President, John A. Murphy, “Vector Security is indeed honored to be the recipient of the 2008 North American Frost & Sullivan Commercial Alarm Monitoring Company of the Year Award. This prestigious award is the newest in a series of milestone achievements by Vector Security that validate our desire to reach new heights within our industry. It’s NOT about the awards, but about the accomplishments they represent.”
HSM Electronic Protection Services Changes Name, Brand
HSM Electronic Protection Services Inc. (HSM) recently announced the formation of Stanley Convergent Security Solutions Inc., combining Stanley Systems Integration (SI) and HSM, a move that acknowledges the market need to advance to beyond just alarm systems and realign to accommodate the integration of security systems with IT infrastructure.
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GE Security Named Video Surveillance Solutions Company of the Year
Based on its recent analysis of the video surveillance market, Frost & Sullivan recognizes GE Security with the 2008 North American Frost & Sullivan Award for Video Surveillance Solutions Company of the year.
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Brink's buys Madison Armored Car
Brink's Incorporate announced today that it has purchased some of the assets of Madison Armored Car.
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Member Product News
ADI to Offer Hitachi Home Theater Displays
ADI, a leading global wholesale distributor of security and low voltage products, today announced an agreement with Hitachi to offer its home theater displays at branches across the country. Dealers will now have access to Hitachi’s line of flat panel televisions, including plasma display panels (PDP) and LCD flat panels.
ADI will distribute Hitachi’s Ultravision® Series of plasma HDTVs and LCD HDTVs. These HDTVs bring more to the audio and visual experience with superior image and sound quality, useful functions and a cutting-edge design
NBFAA and Members in the News
NBFAA in the News
Remember Your Civic Duty
SDM
…the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association announced that it formed a Political Action Committee
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NBFAA Forms Political Action Committee
The National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association has formed a political action committee to support U.S. congressional candidates who are advocates of issues and legislation for the electronic life safety and security industry.
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Recent Press Releases
Rep. Michael A. Arcuri to Speak at NBFAA Luncheon
Rep. Michael Arcuri (D-N.Y.) will be the guest speaker April 30 at a luncheon hosted by the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA). Arcuri, who represents the 24th district of New York, has sponsored legislation to provide nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and hospices with resources to professionally upgrade fire detection and suppression equipment and ensure the safety of their residents.
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Louisiana Adopts Standards for Alarm Industry Apprenticeship Program
The Louisiana Life Safety and Security Association (LLSSA), a chartered chapter of the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA), has announced that the LLSSA’s standards for a state-wide registered apprenticeship program have been approved by the Louisiana Department of Labor’s Apprenticeship Division.
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ADI, Altronix and Security America Sign up For Gold and Silver-Level Partnerships with NBFAA
Three more companies have signed on for Executive Strategic Partnerships with the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA). This new partnership program is available only to NBFAA associate members. ADI, Altronix and Security America Risk Retention Group join Honeywell Security as the first-ever Executive Strategic Partners.
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