The American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) has received the 2024 Distinguished Association of the Year Award from Dallas/Fort Worth Association Executives (DFWAE). AFSA was recognized at DFWAE’s annual Association Day on April 22, 2024, for AFSA’s contributions to the success of DFWAE and the association community.

The award was accepted at the event by Meda Merritt, vice president of membership and chapter development for AFSA.

“Working in membership, I have learned the value and importance of engaging with an association,” Merritt said. “DFWAE has strengthened me as a leader, and the networking has rewarded me, my colleagues, and AFSA with great opportunities, such as receiving the Distinguished Association of the Year award. Serving on DFWAE's Membership and IDEA committee has been a pleasure, and I look forward to continued involvement.”

The Distinguished Association of the Year Award recognizes an association's efforts towards the betterment and success of DFWAE. It certifies the continuation of programming, supports DFWAE's mission, and advocates for the ongoing education of associations and their staff in North Texas.