Inside the Fence Industry: AFA’s Ben Shirley Drops MAJOR FenceTech 2026 Updates!

Join us LIVE as we sit down with Ben Shirley, Director of Marketing & Industry Relations for the American Fence Association!

We’re excited to talk all things AFA, industry updates, and what’s ahead for fencing professionals across the country.

👉 Topics We’ll Cover:

What’s new for FENCETECH 2026 in Indianapolis

Expanded education, new schedule, and updated awards

Why staying through Friday matters

Highlights of Pickets & Pit Stops

Early Bird savings & Delta flight discount

Why FENCETECH is now a full-week experience

Guest:

🎤 Ben Shirley – Director of Marketing & Industry Relations, American Fence Association

Host:

Craig Eubanks – Fence Guy Podcast / Eubanks Fencing

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