Episode #149 - Best Threaded

Are services the critical factor for distributor survival in the new market? What caused the dramatic shift in the FDI reading? Which fastener association is best dressed? MWFA president Paula Evitts along with fellow officer, the debonair George Hunt III of Brighton Best, share their view of the fastener biz as they preview a quasi-milestone industry event (1:28:24). Distribution Strategy founder Ian Heller returns to explain his formula for business success in the digital economy (19:37). BTM Manufacturing honcho Jake Davis joins Mike McNulty on the Fastener News Report (56:35). Fastener Fair USA is just around the corner, show manager Bob Chiricosta presents all the details (46:49). Plus, AIM Test Labs senior engineer, Carmen Vertullo looks at galvanized hex nuts on the Fastener Training Minute (1:21:07). Brian and Eric recall their past choices in apparel, which brings to light a surprising revelation involving a bow tie. Run time: 01:59:12