1055 Colonel Ledyard Highway . Ledyard, CT 06339 . 860-464-8664
www.aalockkey.com
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Newsletter KEY COMMUNICATIONS |
May 2010 |
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 Welcome Readers!
In this issue of Key Communications we will talk about quality key control and what "Do Not Duplicate" really means to you and the security of your establishment.
And, it's official~~Dave and Bob are licensed locksmiths! New legislation has been passed in the State of Connecticut, requiring all locksmiths in the state to be licensed. This is very good news to the industry to help prevent scamming, which is huge in the field of locksmithing. See the video clip to hear why licensing is so important to you, the consumer. See below...
We do listen to our readers...we have had requests for Do It Yourself (DIY) Tips. We have started a new section and will try to supply you with hints and tips that you can do yourself to make your home and business more secure. Read more...
As the top leader in providing quality security solutions in southeastern Connecticut and western Rhode Island, our goal is to provide cutting-edge tips for achieving the highest level of security for your business and home and keep you current with the newest in security tips and trends in the field of locksmithing. In this edition of Key Communications you will learn more about us and ways in which we can help you.
Below find Chapter 4 on how we started AA Lock & Key...
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Newsflash!
DAVE and BOB HAVE BEEN CERTIFIED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER PROTECTION AS REGISTERED LOCKSMITHS. This registration of locksmiths is a new law instituted in Connecticut and all registered locksmiths must pass criminal history and background checks with the Connecticut State Police Bureau of Identification as well as with the FBI. In the past anyone (even you!) could hang up a shingle and call themselves a locksmith. This legislation is long overdue in the industry and will help to give more legitimacy to the field. It is very common for scamming to take place where there is no licensing in place. Scamming is when a front company listed in the yellow pages sends a locksmith out and overcharges the consumer. It is also common that these companies are not honest and can actually breach your safety by keeping a copy of your key to return later to steal from the consumer. Watch this news video clip on locksmithing scams in Florida explaining why such licensing is so important to your safety.
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Stay tuned to next month's Key Communications for more tips!
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DIY Tips  If you often need keys for items outside your home, such as lawn equipment keys, spare car keys, etc., purchase a lock box with a push button combination and mount it on the exterior of an outbuilding, under cover. This way when you are working outside, you can access the spare keys and save a lot of steps. Dave and Deb personally have a couple of these lockboxes for car keys, etc., and are in and out of them all the time. Neither one of us has the right key on us for the right vehicle! Also keep all ladders, building supplies and tools, and garbage cans locked up and out of view, so you don't provide an intruder with the means to break into your home or business. |
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Our Contribution to the Industry 
Dates set for 2010 Convention--
October 20-24
Sturbridge Host Hotel
Dave recently met in Boston with the Board of the Yankee Security Convention, Inc., and presented proposals for educational classes to be sponsored at the convention to be held in Sturbridge, Massachusetts. The Board is always attempting to come up with fresh ideas and innovative classes tailored to the field of locksmithing. Dave serves as Education Coordinator for the Board, a not-for-profit trade organization dedicated to the futher learning and industry awareness of locksmith professionals in the Northeast Region of the country. Check out the website - www.yankeesecurity.org |
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OUR CEO
J. David Vessels, Chief Executive Officer, is
a Certified Professional Locksmith with the Associated Locksmiths of America, Inc. and is also a member of the Safe and Vault Technicians Association.
Dave enjoys kayaking and fishing, especially on the coast of Maine. He also likes to hike with Deb and their son Tom and girlfriend Cait, and daughter Vicky and boyfriend Ryan, as well as with the pups, Chica and Lola. |
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Deborah H. Vessels, our President , oversees the daily operations of the business. Debbie worked for several years as the Administrative Assistant to the Mayor of Ledyard. She also has served as President of the Ledyard Middle School Parent Teacher Organization, Ledyard High School Music Boosters and the LHS Drug & Alcohol Free All Night Graduation Party Committee.
Debbie enjoys spending time with her family and hiking with Dave and chihuahuas Chica and Lola. Deb enjoys flower gardening, birding and being outdoors. |
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OUR
LOCK TECHNICIAN
Bob Watrous, has been with AA Lock & Key since 2002. Bob is very proficient in all aspects of locksmithing. Through on-the-job training, classes at the Yankee Security Convention and his natural mechanical ability, Bob provides
top notch security solutions to our customers.
Bob is also well known for his friendly nature, honesty and integrity. We are pleased to have him as a member of our team!
On weekends, you can find Bob playing drums for the local band, The Buzz.
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 Kathy Crowell has been with AA Lock & Key since 1989. Kathy is most likely who you may hear on the other end of the phone when you call or see when you come to our office location. Her excellent "people" skills are most valuable to us. She handles our dispatch system, as well as our accounts receivables, payables and many of the myriad of things that come up on a daily basis here.
Kathy enjoys her family, and especially delights in the company of her grandsons. |
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Business grew, so we purchased a grey Dodge van which Dave outfitted again as his "shop". Deb and Dave purchased big red vinyl letters and spent a wintry Saturday at a local car dealership applying them. Once again, we took every and any job we could get to build our reputation. We also remodeled a small section of the barn (the present shop) so Dave would have a place to work other than on his knees in the back of the van. We didn't have official office hours, as Dave was on the road most of the time. But Deb was here to answer the phones and be at the shop. We purchased a wireless device to screen the driveway, so we wouldn't miss any customers. Well, that wasn't worth much, as half the time if someone drove through it quick enough, it wouldn't set off at the house. Deb ended up glancing out the windows all the time, while Tom played. Oh, the joys of working and parenting at the same time! (I sometimes secretly envied friends who went "off to work"! In looking back, I am so glad I had every minute I had with the Tom.) Everything was going along fine until...See next month...Chapter 5.
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About Us
As you may know, AA Lock & Key, Inc. was established in 1986. Our mission is to provide high quality security solutions to commercial, industrial, municipal and residential clients. You may see more about AA Lock & Key, Inc, by visiting our website at www.aalockkey.com.
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Remember...
You can always reach us personally by phone at 860-464-8664, from 8:30 am through 5 pm, weekdays. You will never get an answering service or machine during these hours. We hope you find this information helpful and look forward to hearing from you soon! We welcome your input about our E newsletter. Drop us a note at AALK@aol.com !
Yours in safety and security,
AA Lock & Key, Inc.
Back of 1987 Dodge Van
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