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Press Release: Yankee Security Thanks Generous Industry Sponsors for their Commitment to the 2025 Convention
July 16, 2025– East Hartford, CT – Yankee Security Convention, a 501C3 charitable organization committed to the promotion and further education of the locksmith and security industry is excited to announce the leading sponsors for the organization’s 45th annual industry event, October 21-25, 2025 in Springfield, MA.
Sponsorship opportunities enhance the exhibitor and attendee experience by providing additional promotional and networking exposure. The generosity of the show’s sponsors makes additional amenities and events at the show possible. Among the industry leaders committing to the 2025 show are PACLOCK, Locksmith Ledger, SECLOCK, Top Notch Distributors, Best Key Supply and Commonwealth Lock Company.
PACLOCK 45th ANNIVERSARY SHOW SPONSOR
New this year and joining us as an Anniversary Show Sponsor is PACLOCK. Known for their commitment to American manufacturing, PACLOCK designs, CNC machines, assembles, and quality-tests the majority of their product line in the USA, earning the distinction of being “Made in the USA with global components.”
This hands-on approach allows them to maintain superior quality control, respond quickly to demand, and bring innovative security solutions to market. As part of their sponsorship, PACLOCK will be donating branded locksets to attendees—another example of their dedication to supporting the locksmith and security community. For more about PACLOCK visit them at paclock.com.
LOCKSMITH LEDGER INTERNATIONAL DIAMOND SPONSOR
Returning as a diamond sponsor again this year, Locksmith Ledger, known as the “Bible of the Industry” for eight decades, will be joining the show this year as one of our Diamond Sponsors and will be sponsoring Yankee’s Saturday Morning Bagel Breakfast for show guests.
Locksmith Ledger is known for providing honest, straightforward, and technically accurate information on products, installation procedures, and
business practices in key markets, including access control, mechanical locks, automotive service, electronic locks, high security, door hardware, and more.
To learn more about Locksmith Ledger, visit them at locksmithledger.com.
SECLOCK DIAMOND SPONSOR
SECLOCK returns in 2025 and has signed up to be one of the Yankee Security Convention’s DIAMOND sponsors. SECLOCK is an industry leader and expert distributor of mechanical and electrical door hardware. They have locations in Massachusetts, Illinois, Nevada, and Florida. distributor of Electrical and Mechanical Door Hardware.
The company boasts an unrivaled in-stock inventory, expert technical knowledge, and just-in-time shipping to make them an excellent choice for sourcing hardware. Always gracious and generous, SECLOCK remains an industry icon and is sure to put on a show-stopping exhibit in October. Learn more about SECLOCK here.
TOPNOTCH DISTRIBUTORS RUBY SPONSOR
Top Notch Distributors is a 2025 Ruby Sponsor of the Yankee Security Convention and will be sponsoring one of the Educational Meals for attendees during the show Distributing Architectural Door Hardware since 1975, Top Notch strives to be the foremost distributor in the industry by exceeding customer expectations with integrity, knowledge, and the drive to provide the best service. They offer a wide selection of Residential, Commercial, and Electronic Access Control products, parts, and accessories, in stock and available for same-day shipping. Find out more at the show and visit Top Notch Distributors, click here.
BEST KEY SUPPLY RUBY SPONSOR
Ruby sponsor Best Key Supply is an automotive locksmith supplier based in Massachusetts, providing high quality affordable inventory solutions for locksmiths nationwide. Stocking car keys and locksmith equipment from a diverse array of manufacturers, and a one stop shop for your automotive locksmithing needs. This year they are sponsoring the show lanyard. Find out more about Best Key Supply here.
COMMONWEALTH LOCK COMPANY EMERALD SPONSOR
Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Commonwealth Lock Company is an Emerald Sponsor of the 2025 Yankee Security Convention. Commonwealth Lock is a national wholesale distributor of door hardware, locksmith supplies, and related items and another great advocate for the work of the Yankee Security Convention. You can find out more about them here and on the show floor in October.
Jesse Minghella, one of the Directors on the Board for Yankee Security Convention says the entire organization is very grateful to the sponsors. “Without their generous support, our show would not be the tremendous success it has and continues to be. We know this year will be another great event and we are excited to bring this show to the industry for its 45th year.”
This year’s theme, “Securing the Modern World” will be the catalyst for the show’s networking and educational opportunities as we return to the MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA. The convention still has room for new exhibitors and additional sponsorships are available to companies that are excited about making an impression on the industry they love.
For more information on becoming an exhibitor or a show sponsor, companies are encouraged to contact exhibitor@yankeesecurity.org for more details or visit the website. Trade show registration is free if you register before October 1, 2025, after which it is $15 per person. Please visit www.yankeesecurity.org to register for classes and the trade show. Note that classes sell out early so act now to secure your spot. For more information contact info@yankeesecurity.org. You can also support the industry be learning more and visiting yankeesecurity.org and following on Facebook and LinkedIn.
About Yankee Security Convention
Yankee Security Convention, Inc., is a not-for-profit trade organization, formed in 1978 by a group of New England locksmiths. Through their dedication to the industry and a keen understanding that the region needed a venue to highlight the advancement of the trade, the first show was successfully held in Chicopee, MA. The organization is run by a volunteer Board of Directors. The proceeds from the Convention help fund scholarships for Locksmiths and their families to further the trade throughout New England.
