CMCFA 2003 Convention |
The 2003 Mid-Atlantic Region 17th Annual Convention was held at the Wyndham Mount Laurel in Mt. Laurel, NJ from January 31st to February 2nd 2003. The Chesapeake Marine Fabricators Association, Inc. is an organization of fabricators who design and manufacture fabric products for the marine industry as well as the suppliers who support them. Once a year, the Association runs the largest Marine Fabricators convention in the Mid-Atlantic/Northeast Region. At this annual event, we conduct seminars, workshops, and lectures concerning our trade, as well as pointers on how to run a small business. At this year's convention, members had the opportunity to:
From the desk of the President—CMCFA Officers and Board Members would like to invite all Canvas Fabricators and Suppliers to join us at our 17th annual weekend convention. In addition to a very informative learning experience, we have a lot of fun along the way! Also, the Association is celebrating its 20th anniversary. This is of great importance as we are the oldest and largest independent Marine Canvas Fabricators Association in the United States. I have been involved from the start, back in 1983. It was quite a bumpy ride for the first three years. Sometimes there were more suppliers than fabricators at a meeting. But, with dedication and a growing group of Fabricators along with a lot of help and support from Suppliers, we have grown to the successful organization that we are today. The vocation of marine canvas and upholstery can be very rewarding. At the end of the day, there is a feeling of satisfaction and achievement from knowing you have crafted a complimentary addition to a customer’s boat that will make his or her boating experience more enjoyable. Come help us celebrate our 20th Anniversary! - Ty Hancock, President ADDITIONAL FEATURES FOR THE 2009 CONVENTIONSuppliers Market Day AnnouncementFabricators may register at the door. Companies with paid CMCFA membership will only be charged $25.00 per shop to attend. Companies without paid CMCFA memberships will be charged $65 per person. Fabricators may attend market day only, without participating in the rest of the convention. Fabricators must fill out a registration form and pre-registering is greatly appreciated. Suppliers who participated in 2002:
Photo Contest8 Categories. Enter one or all. A plaque will be awarded to the 1st place winner of each category. Jobs must have been completed since the 2002 convention. No slides, one entry per category, maximum 3 shots per entry and no larger than 5”x7”. Categories included:
Unusual Tool DisplayDo you have unusual tools around your shop that you have developed or modified to make your work easier? If so, bring it along with a brief description and you may take home a trophy! Scraps to CashBring an item made with less than ONE yard of fabric that you use in your business. Turn those scraps into some extra cash, share your ideas, and take home a trophy if you are voted best money making idea. Buy-Sell-TradeBring a list of your extra supplies or equipment to post on our bulletin board. One sale could pay your convention fee! ElectionsCurrently, 2 positions are open and both have 3 year terms. We are looking for nominees for a Fabricator Director and Supplier Director.
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Contact Information
CMCFA
c/o Sandy's Coverings
153 Mayo Road, Suite 7
Edgewater, MD 21037
Phone: (410) 956-4970
Fax: (410) 956-4971
E-mail: sc153@earthlink.net
Board of Directors
David Kuhl
Craig Zola
Brett Szalkowski
J.R. Robinson
Mike Varga
Ashby Jenkins
Brandi Mitchell, Libr.
Association Officers
Sandra Taylor, Pres.
Rob Murray, Vice-Pres.
Steve Hancock, Sec.
Jeff Harris, Treasurer
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