ALOA Convention Events

First-Time Attendee Orientation

Sunday, August 3, 7:15 a.m.

Welcome to your first ALOA Convention! Get all the details on what events are available to you, how to get around and what to expect. Meet some fellow attendees too. 

Kick-Off Party and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Fundraiser

Thursday, August 7, 7 p.m. 

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This is a must-attend for networking and making new friends! Get some food and drinks, connect with attendees and exhibitors and have a great time.

ALOA Membership Meeting

Friday, August 8, 8:30 a.m. 

Members and non-members alike are welcome to attend to receive ALOA SPAI updates, watch awards presentations and provide feedback to association leaders and staff. Let your voice be heard!

Ambassador and International Reception

(by invitation only)

Friday, August 8, 8:30 a.m. 

ALOA Ambassadors and attendees from outside the United States are invited to attend this reception. Get some food and drinks and enjoy great company.

Women in Locksmithing Reception

Wednesday, August 6, 6:30 p.m. 

All women in the industry — locksmiths, exhibitors, staff and more — are welcome to attend to enjoy refreshments, network and share opportunities. If you haven’t been to this reception before, this is always a welcoming group.

State of the States Meeting

Thursday, August 7, 5:30 p.m.

ALOA members are invited to get updates on legislation affecting the industry, hear the latest scammer information and more. Updates are provided by ALOA legal counsel Barry Roberts.

IAIL Meeting

Thursday, August 7, 5:30 p.m. 

If you’re a member of the International Association of Investigative Locksmiths (IAIL) or are interested in joining, this is the meeting for you. Get division updates, learn about upcoming educational opportunities and more.

AIL Meeting

Thursday, August 7, 6 p.m. 

Members of ALOA Institutional Locksmiths (AIL) can attend to receive news and meet your AIL board members. If you’re an institutional locksmith who hasn’t yet joined AIL, come introduce yourself and get more information about membership.

IAAL Meeting

Thursday, August 7, 6:30 p.m. 

Members of the International Association of Automotive Locksmiths and anyone interested in joining are invited to attend this meeting. Get a recap of the IAAL Auto Lock Expo, hear about upcoming opportunities and learn how to get more involved in this exciting division of ALOA.

Keys Square Club Breakfast

(by invitation only)

Saturday, August 9, 7 a.m.

If you’re a Freemason, this breakfast is for you! Come enjoy the camaraderie and get some bites. For information about the location, visit Registration on-site or contact Tom Demont at thomas@assatechnicalservicesinc.com.

CML Breakfast

Saturday, August 9, 7:30 a.m.  

Those who have earned the esteemed Certified Master Locksmith credential are invited to attend this annual breakfast. RSVP is required (you should have received an email about it).