Have You Signed Up to Enjoy Guiltless Golfing with AIREF?

The 7^th Annual Alarm Industry Research & Educational Foundation (AIREF) golf tournament will be held March 23, 2010 at the Revere Golf Club in Las Vegas, one day prior to ISC West. The tournament promises players a casual golf outing with other industry professionals while supporting AIREF initiatives in the process.

AIREF, an all-volunteer nonprofit foundation, was created in 1977 by ESA to serve as the research arm of the industry and funding for the foundation is derived almost solely from the golf tournament. In 2003, ESA and AIREF founded the tournament as a way to help raise money for industry research.

Research studies funded by AIREF include a survey of Salt Lake City residents that showed 65 percent of registered voters disapprove of the city’s verified response ordinance and a more recent study by Rutgers University that proved scientifically that residential burglar alarms deter crime.

To register for the tournament, visit www.airef.org. For more information about the tournament and sponsorship opportunities, call (203) 762-2444 or email Pat Remes at premes@airef.org.

To learn more about AIREF’s initiatives and studies, visit www.airef.org.

Enjoy Guiltless Golfing with AIREF

The 7^th Annual Alarm Industry Research & Educational Foundation (AIREF) golf tournament will be held March 23, 2010 at the Revere Golf Club in Las Vegas, one day prior to ISC West. The tournament promises players a casual golf outing with other industry professionals while supporting AIREF initiatives in the process.

AIREF, an all-volunteer nonprofit foundation, was created in 1977 by ESA to serve as the research arm of the industry and funding for the foundation is derived almost solely from the golf tournament. In 2003, AIREF and ESA founded the tournament as a way to help raise money for industry research.

Research studies funded by AIREF include a survey of Salt Lake City residents that showed 65 percent of registered voters disapprove of the city’s verified response ordinance and a more recent study by Rutgers University that proved scientifically that residential burglar alarms deter crime.

To register for the tournament, visit www.airef.org. For more information about the tournament and sponsorship opportunities, call (203) 762-2444 or email Pat Remes at premes@airef.org.

To learn more about AIREF’s initiatives and studies, visit www.airef.org.

Mark your calendar and start making plans to attend these exciting ESA events in 2010.

AIREF Golf Classic

March 23

Las Vegas, NV

You know you love it – the annual AIREF Golf Classic in Las Vegas. Make sure you’re there to take part in a day of world-class golfing with your industry colleagues and golf without guilt because you’ll be supporting a great cause! Register Now!

ESA Day on Capitol Hill

April 27 – 28

Washington, D.C.

The premiere lobbying event of the industry, Day on Capitol Hill offers ESA members an opportunity to sit down with their elected officials and lobby for programs and initiatives to benefit the electronic security industry and their businesses.

ESA has once again received a negotiated rate from St. Gregory Hotel & Suites. Attendees can receive accommodations at $240 per night. Registration information will be available soon.

Participants attend this event at no charge thanks to support from our sponsors which this year include GE Security, Honeywell, Altronix, Diebold, and Security America RRG.

Looking forward: 2010 ESA Summer Conference

June 14 – 18

Pittsburgh, PA

The ESA Summer Conference is where association leaders help shape the future of ESA and work to improve the business environment for the security industry. You can make a difference – join us for the 2010 ESA Summer Conference. Learn more about Pittsburgh, click here.

Electronic Security Expo (ESX) – Where Leaders are Made

June 14 – 18

The Electronic Security Expo experienced its second year of success and the excitement continues to build. Be sure to register early for 2010 ESX – Where Leaders are Made. Book your hotel rooms in advance to ensure discounted, convenient accommodations. Arrangements have been made with the following hotels:

• Renaissance – $129 per night
• Westin – $179 per night
• Omni – $179 per night

Enjoy Guiltless Golfing with AIREF

The 7^th Annual Alarm Research and Educational Foundation (AIREF) golf tournament will be held March 23, 2010 at the Revere Golf Club in Las Vegas, one day prior to ISC West. The tournament promises players a casual golf outing with other industry professionals while supporting AIREF initiatives in the process.

AIREF, an all-volunteer nonprofit foundation, was created in 1977 by ESA to serve as the research arm of the industry and funding for the foundation is derived almost solely from the golf tournament. In 2003, AIREF and ESA founded the tournament as a way to help raise money for industry research.

Research studies funded by AIREF include a survey of Salt Lake City residents that showed 65 percent of registered voters disapprove of the city’s verified response ordinance and a more recent study by Rutgers University that showed residential burglar alarms deter crime.

To register for the tournament, visit www.airef.org. For more information about the tournament and sponsorship opportunities, call (203) 762-2444 or email Pat Remes at premes@airef.org.

To learn more about AIREF’s initiatives and studies, visit www.airef.org.

Mark your calendar and start making plans to attend these exciting ESA events in 2010.

AIREF Golf Classic

March 23

Las Vegas, NV

You know you love it – the annual AIREF Golf Classic in Las Vegas. Make sure you’re there to take part in a day of world-class golfing with your industry colleagues and golf without guilt because you’ll be supporting a great cause! Register Now!

ESA Day on Capitol Hill

April 27 – 28

Washington, D.C.

The premiere lobbying event of the industry, Day on Capitol Hill offers ESA members an opportunity to sit down with their elected officials and lobby for programs and initiatives to benefit the electronic security industry and their businesses.

ESA has once again received a negotiated rate from St. Gregory Hotel & Suites. Attendees can receive accommodations at $240 per night. Registration information will be available soon.

Participants attend this event at no charge thanks to support from our sponsors which this year include GE Security, Honeywell, Altronix, Diebold, and Security America RRG.

Looking forward: 2010 ESA Summer Conference

June 14 – 18

Pittsburgh, PA

The ESA Summer Conference is where association leaders help shape the future of ESA and work to improve the business environment for the security industry. You can make a difference – join us for the 2010 ESA Summer Conference. Learn more about Pittsburgh, click here.

Electronic Security Expo (ESX) – Where Leaders are Made

June 14 – 18

The Electronic Security Expo experienced its second year of success and the excitement continues to build. Be sure to register early for 2010 ESX – Where Leaders are Made. Book your hotel rooms in advance to ensure discounted, convenient accommodations. Arrangements have been made with the following hotels:

• Renaissance – $129 per night
• Westin – $179 per night
• Omni – $179 per night

Enjoy Guiltless Golfing with AIREF

The 7^th Annual Alarm Research and Educational Foundation (AIREF) golf tournament will be held March 23, 2010 at the Revere Golf Club in Las Vegas, one day prior to ISC West. The tournament promises players a casual golf outing with other industry professionals while supporting AIREF initiatives in the process.

AIREF, an all-volunteer nonprofit foundation, was created in 1977 by ESA to serve as the research arm of the industry and funding for the foundation is derived almost solely from the golf tournament. In 2003, AIREF and ESA founded the tournament as a way to help raise money for industry research.

Research studies funded by AIREF include a survey of Salt Lake City residents that showed 65 percent of registered voters disapprove of the city’s verified response ordinance and a more recent study by Rutgers University that showed residential burglar alarms deter crime.

To register for the tournament, visit www.airef.org. For more information about the tournament and sponsorship opportunities, call (203) 762-2444 or email Pat Remes at premes@airef.org.

To learn more about AIREF’s initiatives and studies, visit www.airef.org.

Mark your calendar and start making plans to attend these exciting ESA events in 2010.

AIREF Golf Classic

March 23

Las Vegas, NV

You know you love it – the annual AIREF Golf Classic in Las Vegas. Make sure you’re there to take part in a day of world-class golfing with your industry colleagues and golf without guilt because you’ll be supporting a great cause! Register Now!

ESA Day on Capitol Hill

April 27 – 28

Washington, D.C.

The premiere lobbying event of the industry, Day on Capitol Hill offers ESA members an opportunity to sit down with their elected officials and lobby for programs and initiatives to benefit the electronic security industry and their businesses.

ESA has once again received a negotiated rate from St. Gregory Hotel & Suites. Attendees can receive accommodations at $240 per night. Registration information will be available soon.

Participants attend this event at no charge thanks to support from our sponsors which this year include GE Security, Honeywell, Altronix, Diebold, and Security America RRG.

Looking forward:  2010 ESA Summer Conference

June 14 – 18

Pittsburgh, PA

The ESA Summer Conference is where association leaders help shape the future of ESA and work to improve the business environment for the security industry.  You can make a difference – join us for the 2010 ESA Summer Conference.  Learn more about Pittsburgh, click here.

Electronic Security Expo (ESX) – Where Leaders are Made

June 14 – 18

The Electronic Security Expo experienced its second year of success and the excitement continues to build. Be sure to register early for 2010 ESX – Where Leaders are Made.  Book your hotel rooms in advance to ensure discounted, convenient accommodations. Arrangements have been made with the following hotels:

• Renaissance – $129 per night
• Westin – $179 per night
• Omni – $179 per night

Enjoy Guiltless Golfing with AIREF

The 7^th Annual Alarm Research and Educational Foundation (AIREF) golf tournament will be held March 23, 2010 at the Revere Golf Club in Las Vegas, one day prior to ISC West. The tournament promises players a casual golf outing with other industry professionals while supporting AIREF initiatives in the process.

AIREF, an all-volunteer nonprofit foundation, was created in 1977 by ESA to serve as the research arm of the industry and funding for the foundation is derived almost solely from the golf tournament. In 2003, AIREF and ESA founded the tournament as a way to help raise money for industry research.

Research studies funded by AIREF include a survey of Salt Lake City residents that showed 65 percent of registered voters disapprove of the city’s verified response ordinance and a more recent study by Rutgers University that showed residential burglar alarms deter crime.

To register for the tournament, visit www.airef.org. For more information about the tournament and sponsorship opportunities, call (203) 762-2444 or email Pat Remes at premes@airef.org.

To learn more about AIREF’s initiatives and studies, visit www.airef.org.

Mark your calendar and start making plans to attend these exciting ESA events in 2010.

ESA Leadership Summit: Embracing the Future

Jan 12 – 14, 2010
Fort Worth, TX

This year, the annual Leadership Summit will be held in historic downtown Fort Worth. Featuring three full days of important meetings and networking, the summit will also include valuable seminars addressing industry trends and how chapters can generate non-dues revenue.

ESA has contracted a negotiated rate at the Fort Worth Renaissance hotel for $179 per night.

Registration for the summit will be accepted through January 5 at a cost of $125. On-site registration will be available for $150. A cancellation fee of $125 will apply for cancellations after December 15.

AIREF Golf Classic

March 23
Las Vegas, NV

You know you love it – the annual AIREF Golf Classic in Las Vegas. Make sure you’re there to take part in a day of world class golfing with your industry colleagues and golf without guilt – because you’ll be supporting a great cause!

ESA Day on Capitol Hill

April 27 – 28
Washington, D.C.

The premiere lobbying event of the industry, Day on Capitol Hill offers ESA members an opportunity to sit down with their elected officials and lobby for programs and initiatives to benefit the electronic security industry and your business.

ESA has once again received a negotiated rate from St. Gregory Hotel & Suites. Attendees can receive accommodations at $240 per night. You may register at www.alarm.org beginning February 1, 2010.

Looking forward: 2010 ESA Summer Conference

June 14 – 18
Pittsburgh, PA

The ESA Summer Conference is where association leaders help shape the future of ESA and work to improve the business environment for the security industry. You can make a difference – join us for the 2010 ESA Summer Conference. To view the exciting Welcome to Pittsburgh 2010 video, click here.

Electronic Security Expo (ESX) – Where Leaders are Made
June 14 – 18
Electronic Security Expo experienced its second year of success and the excitement continues to build. Be sure to register early for 2010 ESX – Where Leaders are Made. Book your hotel rooms in advance to ensure discounted, convenient accommodations. Arrangements have been made with the following hotels:

• Renaissance – $129 per night
• Westin – $179 per night
• Omni – $179 per night

Mark your calendar and start making plans to attend these exciting NBFAA events in 2010.

NBFAA Leadership Summit
Jan 12 – 15, 2010
Fort Worth, TX
The annual Leadership Summit will once again be held in Texas. This year, the venue will move to historic downtown Fort Worth. A cultural town that is proud of its cowboy heritage, Fort Worth has something to offer everyone looking for a real taste of Texas lifestyle.

AIREF Golf Classic
March 23
Las Vegas, NV
You know you love it – the annual AIREF Golf Classic in Las Vegas. Make sure you’re there to take part in a day of world class golfing with your industry colleagues.

NBFAA Day on Capitol Hill
April 27 – 28
Washington, D.C.
The premiere lobbying event of the industry, Day on Capitol Hill offers NBFAA members an opportunity to sit down with their elected officials and lobby for programs and initiatives to benefit the electronic security industry.

Looking forward: 2010 NBFAA Summer Conference and Electronic Security Expo
June 14 – 18
Pittsburgh, PA

The NBFAA Summer Conference is where association leaders help shape the future of NBFAA and work to improve the business environment for the security industry. You can make a difference – join us for the 2010 NBFAA Summer Conference.

Electronic Security Expo experienced its second year of success and the excitement continues to build. Be sure to register early for 2010 ESX – Where Leaders are Made. Book your hotel rooms in advance to ensure discounted, convenient accommodations.

Support important industry research while playing golf

You are invited to the 6th Annual AIREF Golf Classic on March 31 at the Revere Country Club in Las Vegas. Be sure and register today.

The annual AIREF Golf Classic is the primary source of revenue for AIREF and provides valuable funding for research and education conducted on behalf of the industry. Recently, through generous sponsorships and donations, AIREF was able to fund a comprehensive study of five years of statistics that found residential burglar alarm systems decrease crime. This ground-breaking study, conducted by Rutgers University, focused on alarm systems while scientifically ruling out other factors that could have impacted the crime rate. This study is free for NBFAA members to use to help promote their business. It can be found at www.airef.org.

You can support additional research for your industry by participating in the upcoming AIREF golf tournament. Players may register individually or up to a foursome. Players who register together will be placed in the same foursome. All players participating in the event will receive a gift bag, breakfast buffet and lunch box, and free admission to the AIREF Reception at the Rock House later that evening. The event takes place at the Revere Golf Club – a course that has been rated as 4.5 out of 5 stars by Golf Digest Magazine!

Registration for the event may be made over the phone by contacting SYNCOMM at (310) 821-7309 or by filling out the registration form and faxing it to (800) 490-9682. Players can also register with Ryan or Carlo at SYNCOMM by calling (310) 821-7309.

Sponsorships are also available and range from $750 – $25,000. These sponsorships support the work of the industry’s research and educational foundation.

If you can’t participate in, or sponsor, the tournament, we encourage you to send a tax-deductible donation to help fund future studies to benefit your business and your industry. Make your check out to AIREF and send it to NBFAA.

The annual AIREF Golf Classic on March 31 provides valuable funding for research and education conducted on behalf of the industry and is the primary source of revenue for AIREF. Recently, through generous sponsorships and donations, AIREF was able to fund a comprehensive study of five years of statistics that found residential burglar alarm systems decrease crime. Conducted by Rutgers University, researchers focused on alarm systems while scientifically ruling out other factors that could have impacted the crime rate.

You can support additional research for your industry by participating in the upcoming AIREF golf tournament. Players may register individually or up to a foursome. Players who register together will be placed in the same foursome. All players participating in the event will receive a gift bag, breakfast buffet and lunch box, and free admission to the AIREF Reception at the Rock House later that evening. Registration for the event may be made over the phone by contacting the AIREF Golf Classic office at (310) 821-7309 or by filling out this form and faxing it to AIREF’s offices at (800) 490-9682. Players can also register with Ryan and Carlo with AIREF by calling (310) 821-7309.

If you can’t participate in the tournament, we encourage you to send a tax-deductible donation to help fund future studies to benefit your business and your industry. Make your check out to AIREF and send it to NBFAA.

THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS

$25,000
Honeywell Security
Security Industry Association

$10,000
ADI
ISC Expo
Napco Security
Tri-Ed

$3,000
Altronix
APX Alarm
GE Security
Honeywell Fire
SARRG

$2,500
Brinks Home Security
System Sensor

$1,000
Bold Technologies
Buchanan Ingersoll
California Alarm Association
CASIA
LLSAA
Safeguard
Sedona Office
SIC Consulting
Smoky Mountain Internet Services Inc
Syncomm Management Group
Washington BFAA
Wayne Alarms
Wisconsin Burglar & Fire Alarm Association

NBFAA’s research foundation, AIREF, sponsored a comprehensive study that scientifically confirms alarm systems are valuable crime-fighting tools. This study was recently released by researchers at the Rutgers University School of Criminal Justice (SCJ) in Newark and was a comprehensive study of five years of statistics by researchers who found that residential burglar alarm systems decrease crime. While other studies have concluded that most burglars avoid alarm systems, this is the first study to focus on alarm systems while scientifically ruling out other factors that could have impacted the crime rate.

To help NBFAA members publicize this study, a press release for local media has been written for you and is provided in a fill-in-the-blank format [link to press release].

Should you need a list of media in your area, contact Bryan Matthews at Margulies Communications Group, bryan@prexperts.net or call 214-368-0909, and he will provide you with media contact information.

In addition to your local publicity support, NBFAA’s public relations firm has distributed a national press release via the PR Newswire and has also sent the release to CNN and the Associated Press. This study is great news for the alarm industry so let your community know about it. Plan to send your press release out today.

Support additional research for your industry by participating in the upcoming AIREF golf tournament, March 31, 2009. The annual golf tournament is the primary source of revenue for AIREF and all members are encouraged to golf, sponsor a hole and/or help sponsor the tournament. If you can’t participate in the tournament, please send a tax-deductible donation – any amount is helpful. Make your check out to AIREF and send it to NBFAA. For more information about the tournament, see the Events section below.

Last year, a record number of sponsors and enthusiastic players made the 5th Annual AIREF Golf Classic at ISC West the most successful fundraising event ever for the Alarm Industry Research and Educational Foundation (AIREF) and this year’s event is shaping up to match that success with more than 100 golfers registered so far. The 6th Annual AIREF Golf Classic at ISC West will be held March 31, 2009 in Las Vegas.

The AIREF after-golf reception will be held at The Rock House where hors d’oeuvres will be served, accompanied by an an open bar. Raffle drawing and event prize winners will be announced at the end of the reception.

There will be cash prizes for the top three foursomes with prizes as follows:
• Closest to the Line
• $25,000 Hole-in-one
• Closest to the pin on all par three holes

Players may register individually or up to a foursome. Players who register together will be placed in the same foursome. All players participating in the event will receive a gift bag, breakfast buffet and lunch box, and free admission to the AIREF Reception at the Rock House later that evening. Registration for the event may be made over the phone by contacting the AIREF Golf Classic office at (310) 821-7309 or by filling out this form and faxing it to AIREF’s offices at (800) 490-9682. Players can also register with Ryan and Carlo of the California Alarm Association by calling (310) 821-7309.

Registration is now open for the 6th Annual AIREF Golf Classic at ISC West on March 31, 2009. This first class event includes breakfast, lunch, tee prizes, hosted beverage cart and post-play cocktails, as well as admission to the AIREF Reception on the Strip and a collectible golf shirt.

Download the form and register today to reserve your space. Sponsorships are also available from $1,000 to $25,000 which supports the work of the industry’s research and educational foundation.