NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Share Your Expertise at the 2023 Firearms Industry Conference

HARTFORD, CT – Orchid LLC and Williams Mullen’s Firearms Industry Group are calling for firearms industry professionals to lead educational sessions at the 2023 Firearms Industry Conference (FIC), to be held in Atlanta, May 1-3, 2023. The conference will explore topics relating to FFL Technology, FFL Compliance, and Finance and Firearms Industry Law, with sessions presenting expert tips, practical ideas, and the latest information for tactical and compliant operations.

“Our industry is full of bright, innovative and experienced technology, operations and compliance professionals,” said Orchid VP of Sales & Implementation, Shaun Phelan. “FIC provides one of the best learning opportunities for FFLs, but it wouldn’t be possible without talented speakers. We’re eager to see what sessions and content are submitted and the agenda our team can put together for this year’s event.”

We are seeking industry professionals who will:

·Lead a session that showcases expert-level comprehension and insight

·Teach a skill or technique to improve operational efficiencies and compliance

·Offer a technology, tool, or implementation that can benefit industry members

·Provide real world examples of successes, challenges, and lessons learned

·Interact with attendees in engaged conversation and problem-solving

In addition to receiving free registration to FIC 2023 in-person events, conference speakers will experience the camaraderie of engaging with industry members in deeper conversation, the fulfillment of fostering greater education, and heightened brand awareness.

“I loved the opportunity to present while representing EpiCenter, the leader in implementation of Epicor ERP in the firearms industry,” said David Sawan, Sr. Director of Professional Services & Development at EpiCenter, of this past year’s event. “FIC is the leading educational event for our industry, and its breadth of networking it provides is fantastic.”

Interested speakers should submit session proposals with a content outline to jkriz@joinorchid.com. To register for FIC 2023, use promo code ‘EARLYBIRD’ for 25% off all registration types at orchidadvisors.com/FIC2023. Early bird pricing ends December 31, 2022. Event sponsorships are also available.

About Orchid LLC

Celebrating 10 years of serving the shooting sports industry, Orchid LLC and partner firm, FFL Law, offer leading FFL software, firearms-friendly payment processing, and legal and regulatory services. With powerful POS, Ecommerce, Bound Book, and ERP solutions, as well as expert knowledge of ATF, import/export, and state-level regulations, Orchid helps FFLs profitably manufacture, distribute, and sell firearms with great efficiency and the utmost compliance. Get started at orchidadvisors.com.

About Williams Mullen

Williams Mullen is a regional, full-service law firm with offices across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. The firm’s Firearms Industry Group helps industry members navigate legal issues from regulatory compliance to e-commerce development, financing needs, and interest from the venture capital world. In addition, Williams Mullen attorneys provide advice and counsel in matters involving Import/Export Controls, White Collar & Investigations, Cybersecurity & Data Protection, Intellectual Property, Employment Law, Government Contracting and legal aspects of social media marketing. Learn how Williams Mullen can assist you at williamsmullen.com.

About EpiCenter

With its origin as a manufacturing company, EpiCenter is a unique hybrid of business acumen and technical expertise in the ERP sphere. With staff located across the U.S., EpiCenter is dedicated to merging the unique business operations of its clients with the technologies that enhance their efficiency, productivity, and success. The team at EpiCenter is comprised of business consultants with experience in a wide range of manufacturing industries with unique process and quality compliance experience, along with technical staff that specialize in merging complex technologies into integrated business solutions. Above all, EpiCenter’s goal is to become a trusted advisor for its clients. EpiCenter positions itself as a partner with its customers, seeking to maximize their software and technology investments and simultaneously help them make the best business decisions possible. Learn more about how to get started with EpiCenter at epicentererp.com.

Press Contact:

Joe Kriz

Communications Manager, Orchid LLC

jkriz@joinorchid.com