A2LA Annual Conference

Each year at AnnCon, we take the opportunity to recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to the accreditation industry and beyond. Join us on April 8 from 6 to 9 p.m. for the Cocktail Reception and Recognition Dinner as we honor committee members, assessors, accredited CABs, staff members, and more for their milestones and accomplishments over the past year. We will also announce the winners of A2LA’s two highest honors, the Dennis McCulley Assessor of the Year and The John Locke Award. To attend this event, be sure to RSVP in your conference registration and select a dinner of your choice. Register now, https://lnkd.in/etw_GjDg

With the upcoming formation of Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated, the convergence of digital trade standards and the integration of AI, accreditation will continue to empower safe and reliable supply chains and remain an enabler, shaping a future where quality and transparency thrive. Join NATA Australia CEO Jennifer Evans for her keynote address at AnnCon25, “Invisible but Essential: The Future of Accreditation in a Changing Landscape.” Jennifer will discuss the vital role of accreditation as part of a chain of custody that underpins consumer protection and builds public trust. Register for AnnCon25 today to attend this eye-opening session! https://lnkd.in/ebrx24gR

Technical Maintenance, Inc. (TMI) Calibrations will be at the Hilton Anatole this April for AnnCon25! This full full-service calibration lab has locations across the country offering custom calibration and repair services. TMI has made a commitment to achieve excellent laboratory practices through continuous improvement, competence of its technicians, continuous training of all employees, and to provide the best customer service possible. Find out how TMI Calibrations can meet your calibration needs. Stop by Booth #10 at AnnCon25!

Effective leadership can make all the difference in any organization. Sharpen your leadership skills at AnnCon25!? ? Timothy Osborne will present his session, “Leadership’s Influence and Responsibilities for ISO/IEC 17025 Implementation,” to explore finding the best balance of communication between those who navigate the ship and those who row it. ? ? Rebecca Pierrot’s session, “A Problem Well Stated,” will give attendees the tools they need to confidently attack problems, continually improve, and lead their organizations on their quality journeys from any level.? ? Register for AnnCon25 now: https://lnkd.in/etw_GjDg

On April 7 from 5 to 6 p.m., join hundreds of professionals and 20+ exhibitors in the exhibit area to discover quality products, services, and solutions for your organization. Sponsored by Cross Precision Measurement, the Exhibitor Happy Hour is your opportunity to find new ways to improve your people, processes, and technologies from specialized and industry-specific manufacturers and service providers. Cross Precision Measurement provides calibration products and services to much of the southeastern USA from a network of 22 ISO 17025 accredited laboratory locations. Whether you need onsite calibration, product inspection, equipment validation, or more, Cross can help. Recognized as one of the fastest growing calibration service and repair companies in North America, precision measurement and inspection teams have the knowledge and resources to help our customers reduce risk, improve quality, and increase efficiency throughout their entire process. New this year at the Exhibitor Happy Hour is the Exhibitor Connection Challenge, an interactive game that invites you to visit each exhibitor booth. Visit them all, complete your card, and be entered for a chance to win one free AnnCon26 registration! Register here: https://lnkd.in/etw_GjDg

Here’s your chance to join industry peers and professionals at the greatest accreditation conference on this side of the globe! This April, more than 600 accreditation experts from around the world will gather to collaborate and share solutions to common conformity hurdles. Register here: https://lnkd.in/ec2fZjvn

There’s lots of dining options within the walls of the Hilton Anatole in Dallas, TX, from the grab and go counter, Counter Offer, and casual eatery, Media Grill and Bar, to full-service fine dining at SēR Steak + Spirits. Sponsored lunches and coffee breaks scheduled throughout the conference are available to you as an AnnCon25 attendee, and numerous dining options on site make it easy to find whatever you’re hungry for! Learn more about the dining options at the Hilton Anatole here: https://lnkd.in/eFp3bpw5

Exhibiting in Dallas this April, Coast to Coast Calibrations is a U.S.-based calibration collective that services many disciplines that require ongoing calibration. By teaming up with companies that share values and offer services that benefit customers, Coast To Coast Calibrations has created a highly effective means of meeting all your calibration needs with a singular vendor. We’re happy to welcome this organization to AnnCon25, so be sure to stop by Booth 16 and find out about their fast, cost-effective, highly rated calibration services. https://c2cal.com/

AnnCon25 features dozens of engaging and informative conference sessions presented by industry experts across various tracks. So whether you’re an attendee, exhibitor, or sponsor, there’s so much to learn. To view the full conference agenda, or to register to attend, exhibit, or sponsor, visit A2LA.org/annual_conference!

Rice Lake Weighing Systems is coming back to the A2LA Annual Conference in 2025! Stop by booth #24 at AnnCon25 during exhibition hours to learn how they can serve your organization. As a leader in the industry, Rice Lake Weighing Systems offers more than 40,000 items in stock and are available for same-day shipping, plus the ability to design custom equipment and integrated systems.?Learn more about their products and services at ricelake.com.