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Super Summits are 2-day events that provide specific training from the FENCELINE TO SUCCESS training manual that takes company owners from wherever they are to maximum efficiency and profitability.
We cover 16 chapters of content from every aspect of knowing your best entity, insurance, and legal requirements, building a strong culture, how to hire, retain, understanding your financials, overall workflow procedures and putting all this together to run your operation more efficiently and maximize profitability.
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Monday 9 hours total including lunch (8:00 am - 5:00 pm)
Tuesday 9 hours total including lunch (8:00 am - 5:00 pm)
Tony Thornton
Tony began his career at the age of 15 and has experience in
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Tony began his career at the age of 15 and has experience in all aspects of the industry working for others and operating his own companies.
His experience includes all types of fences and gate automation in installation, operations, leadership, management, sales and sales management, distribution and manufacturing. His passion is to elevate others and help them optimize their potential both personally and professionally. Serving the industry with the American Fence Association as Executive Director for the past 8+ years, offered him a wide perspective on the fence industry and helped him better understand the needs of the fence professional.
Retiring from the Executive Director role in March of 2022, he launched Thornton Fence Consulting Group and is totally focused on helping companies become more efficient and to maximize profitability. His desire to help, train, mentor, teach and support the industry is his passion.
Married for 40+ years to his beautiful wife, Tammy, they have two children and six grandchildren that keep them very busy. Enjoys spending time in Colorado at their cabin and an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting, camping, flying and riding his motorcycle. His motto is LIFE IS GOOD!
Justin Judy
Justin is a partnership development manager at ArcSite
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Justin is a partnership development manager at ArcSite, the industry's leading Mobile CAD drawing and estimation platform. He loves the fencing Industry and is an expert in technology related to it. He gets energy from empowering others and helping them reach their goals.
When he isn't working, he is a family man and loves spending time with his amazing wife and two kids. You can find them at the lake or enjoying the outdoors.
Sam Natello
After working with the likes of Nike and Disney since 1995
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After working with the likes of Nike and Disney since 1995, Sam Natello and his website design and digital marketing agency (DotCom Global Media) began working with fence industry leaders nearly a decade ago.
Since that time, DotCom shifted its focus to work ONLY with the fencing and staining industries and has emerged as the leading agency exclusively serving these industries. Their impressive fence-industry client list includes the AFA, Tony Thornton, Shawn King (Mr Fence), Fence Armor, ActiveYards, several Master Halco brands, mySalesman, and over 500 other fence-industry related websites.
There is probably not another person alive who has more experience designing websites and marketing for the fence industry ... and his insights have helped earn over 3,000 - #1 Google rankings for his clients - resulting in millions of dollars of revenue for them.
His agency also boasts what is likely the largest collection of professional fence graphics, blog articles, and industry digital marketing data on the planet. Sam is eager to share his knowledge and experience ... hoping to help you answer the question: "Does Your Website Suck and Does Google Hate You?"
Robert A. Miller
Robert is a Perimeter Security Consultant with a
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Robert is a Perimeter Security Consultant with a demonstrated history of success working in the fence and perimeter security industry.
With over 35 years' experience, Robert will offer proactive insight into physical security solutions that are needed in today's challenging world. He has been hands-on both in the office and in the field provide him with the ability to professionally guide those looking to secure their perimeter by assessing the vulnerability of their site and determining the correct products and design layout relative to their needs. Robert has used his expertise in supporting the design and construction teams on major league sports facilities, military facilities, data centers, and many public safety facilities.
Robert is an active member of Security Industry Association, American Society for Industrial Security, Construction Specification Institute, American Society for Testing and Materials, and Society for American Military Engineers, and American Fence Association. He is also a board-certified Physical Security Professional (PSP) by ASIS and Construction Document Technologist (CDT) by CSI. He is an AIA Accredited presenter for over 15 years and has presented over 500 times to various architects, engineers, and other design professionals. Currently serving as Chair on the Security Industry Association Perimeter Security Terminology group and Technical Advisor on the ASTM F14.50 subcommittee on High Security Fence and Perimeter Barriers. He is committed to lifelong learning to ensure that the latest trends and standards of the industry are being utilized to insure a complete and effective perimeter security solution.
Mike Gulledge
Gulledge was raised in a family fence business
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Gulledge was raised in a family fence business, Hurricane Fence in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
In 1999, he and his wife, Peggy, founded Southeast Gate Operators (SEGO), a wholesale distribution company. They successfully grew SEGO until they were purchased by a larger wholesale distributor in 2014. Gulledge continued to work for that company until 2021 when he retired. He currently serves on the board of the AFA Gulf South Chapter as past president after serving many years on the board as a director. Gulledge was presented the Outstanding Service Award in 2020 by the AFA.
"My passion is to help people in the fencing industry better themselves and make sure that all installations are done safely, following the current ASTM standards and the local industry best practices"
Mark Olson
A marketing and sales executive with over 35 years of experience
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A marketing and sales executive with over 35 years of experience, Mark has worked in all sizes of businesses from start-ups to multi-billion dollar public companies.
Across all experiences, Mark has been able to identify the customer need segments and communicate business solutions to those groups driving both product adoption and sales success. He loves working with contractors to help them drive their business forward. His primary philosophy is that good people and scalable/repeatable processes are the key to helping any business grow.
Summits focus on a specific curriculum from the "Fenceline to Success" training manual that covers 16 chapters of information. The Business Conference is a more free-lance type program that brings together the best-of-the-best in our industry and these fence business owners share their own personal stories of how they have defined SUCCESS.
Most Summits host 15-25 attendees. We schedule these events in different regions to allow business owners less travel. The smaller groups offers TFCG the ability to focus on each individual attendee and make sure they receive what the expected from the Summit.
Any business owner that wishes to enhance their operation- the training is specific to building a successful company and developing strategies that will support the long-term goals of business owners.
Everything you are currently struggling with or challenged with will be discussed at this conference. We leave no issue, weakness, or challenge to not be discussed.
The Summit was beyond our expectations. It was worth every penny. Tony and his crew had tons of knowledge and we made some connections that will help us to take our business to the next level. No matter what point of your business you are in this will be beneficial. Him and the team are the best in the business. Thank you for a great training and a reason to visit Salt Lake City!
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I recently had the opportunity to attend Tony's training for business management and operations, and I believe it is essential for anyone in the fence industry.
This training is a game-changer, regardless of where you currently stand in your journey. Whether you are just starting out or have years of experience under your belt, Tony's insights can revolutionize the way you approach your business. The program not only emphasizes the importance of company culture, best practices, training, and accountability for your team but also showcases Tony's genuine passion for the industry and his commitment to helping you succeed.
Personally, I have experienced a rejuvenation in my management skills after attending the training. I am confident that the knowledge and strategies I gained will not only benefit my team but also drive significant improvement in our company. With these newfound skills, I believe we are well-equipped to excel and dominate our market.
I highly recommend considering Tony's training to ensure you our moving you company and operations in the right direction.
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The Spring Fence Summit by Thornton Fence Consulting Group was not only full of insight on fencing business practices, but rather a wide span from the micros of web marketing and insurance-to the macros such as M&A preparation and exist strategies. It is events like these that truly help to develop our top performers and further the trail blazing of our great industry. Longhorn Fencing and Supply is unquestionably convinced that this experience, from some of our industries most knowledgeable and experienced professionals, was truly invaluable. This summit has inspired, corrected, and further expanded our business's vision and mission.
I, 10/10 recommend this experience and training to anyone with a desire to do and be better than they are today.
So to Tony and the team,
Thank you for your willingness, dedication, and leadership to fence business owner's like me. I am excited furthermore to build and innovate this industry alongside substantial teams like yours.
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