August 2023 Volume 5

FOUNDATION NEWS

FIA & FIERF Announce the Publication of First Children’s Book

The book is now available for purchase online, and a digital flipping book has been published on FIERF’s website (www.fierf.org/kids). “We’re all so proud of Angie for sharing her creative and writing talents bringing Freddy the Forger to life,” said James R. Warren, President & CEO of the Forging Industry Association (FIA). “Special thanks to Wozniak Industries and Patriot Forge for the initial financial support to make this possible.” The second book in the series, “Forging with Freddy: Safety First” is currently in production and will focus on safety and safety equipment used in forging. For more information on Forging with Freddy please contact Angela Gibian, Executive Director, FIERF at angela@forging.org or call 216-781-6260.

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The Forging Industry Association (FIA) and Forging Foundation (FIERF) have announced the publication of their first children's book about the forging industry. The book entitled “Forging with Freddy” was first made available to the public at Forge Fair 2023, North America’s Largest Forging Industry Trade Show in Cleveland, OH on May 25, 2023. This book is the first in a series to be published with the purpose of educating children on manufacturing, and more specifically, the forging process. “Forging with Freddy was not only a fun project to work on, but also a very important one,” said Angela Gibian, Executive Director of the Forging Foundation (FIERF) and author of the children's book. “Sharing the world of forging and engaging with children from a young age is a vital part of keeping our industry strong and ensuring its evolution and success in the future.” The book was illustrated by Kenny Kiernan, who has been working on children’s illustrations and characters for more than 20 years, including projects for mega-brands such as Hasbro, Mattel, Disney, Marvel, Funko, Spin Master, LEGO & Scholastic to small businesses, entrepreneurs, independent product developers and children's book self-publishers. His bright colors and unique character design make “Forging with Freddy” an eye-catching publication and exciting read for children.

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