Last week, the Kalas team was thrilled to be among the 750+ attendees at the 2025 GAWDA Annual Convention in sunny Tampa! It was an incredible opportunity to connect with over 250 independent welding distributors and immerse ourselves in a packed schedule of educational sessions and industry updates.
We extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who joined us at our hospitality suite, co-hosted with our valued partners: SafTCart, EQUIGAS, Inc., and Dynaflux, Inc. These collaborations truly make the GAWDA experience richer, fostering stronger relationships and shared successes.
A huge thank you goes out to Eric Wood for his outstanding leadership throughout a fantastic year as GAWDA President. His dedication has been instrumental, and we wish him all the best!
Looking ahead, Kalas is excited to wholeheartedly support the incoming GAWDA President, Allison Earlbeck, and her inspiring 2026 theme: “The Human Advantage in the Digital Age.” This theme resonates deeply with us as we believe in balancing technological advancements with the irreplaceable value of human connection and expertise.
We’re already looking forward to next year’s convention and continuing to contribute to the vibrant GAWDA community!
