Symposium

What’s New

  • Jay Timmons to Give the Opening Keynote Address
    To open the Symposium program on Monday afternoon, Jay Timmons, Executive VP of the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) will give the first Keynote address. In his position with NAM, the voice of US manufacturing, Timmons is one of the most influential manufacturing policy advocates in Washington, DC. He will discuss the government policies and legislative initiatives that will have the best and worst impact on your bottom line, including healthcare reform, energy policy, and climate change.
  • Nominations Open for Max Moore Entrepreneurial Spirit Award
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    Timothy Selhorst, 2009 Award Recipient
     AWPA is seeking nominations for the 2010 Max Moore Entrepreneurial Spirit Award which will be presented at the AWPA Annual Meeting in Milwaukee, WI on May 10, 2010. This distinguished award is given annually to recognize an individual, employed by an AWPA member company, who demonstrates entrepreneurial spirit through leadership and community service, as did our honoree, Max Moore, in his daily life.
  • Sponsorships Still Available for LPSCS!
    The program is finalized, and the attendee list is growing daily. Are you considering attending the conference with others from your company? Did you know that complimentary registration for 2, 4 or 6 attendees, depending on your sponsorship level, is part of the sponsorship benefit package? You’ll have great exposure for your company by signing up as a Sponsor today.
  • AWPA Annual Meeting and Symposium Registration Available Online!
    Registration has begun for the AWPA Annual Meeting and the Long Products Supply Chain Symposium. The early bird discount offers the best value, so be sure to register early! The registration fee covers all events at the Long Products Supply Chain Symposium (May 10-11), including a lunch and two receptions, and the exhibits and activities at Wire Expo (May 12-13).  For AWPA members, it also includes the AWPA Annual Meeting functions (May 9-10).

Meeting Highlights

King Steel Corporation became the second Industry Leader sponsor within a day of receiving information about Symposium sponsorship opportunities. King Steel is a world-wide full service steel supplier with over 100 years of experience in the bar, rod, and wire industries. Their goal is to prove to you that they are a company you'll want to partner with in business. They supply Carbon, Alloy, or Stainless Steel in the size and grade you require. They will deliver directly to your facility, the processor, or the King Steel warehouse in your area via road, rail, or waterway. You will receive your delivery just in time and according to plan. Striving to Make Everyday Better than Yesterday is their aim. This is made possible by the honest efforts of the people who work at King Steel, their "make it happen" attitudes, and the desire to keep the edge. Success is garnered from a combination of experience and youthful energy. Management and staff have become members of a team working in unison-no titles necessary. Employees, suppliers and customers share equal priority in the eyes of King Steel leadership. They are a one level company that truly is the sum of its parts. The mission statement says it all; “Build a solid company by supporting employees who provide an economic edge to our suppliers and customers”. Visit the King Steel website today to connect with a helpful representative www.kingsteelcorp.com. Register to Attend the 2010 Long Products Supply Chain Symposium