Texas Locksmiths Association

04/11/2026

Watch out for SCAMMERS!

Rolled up on one of my account's locations to put their storefront back on the district master key system. This particular district is on Best SFIC. For some reason no one can understand, one of the ladies in the office called a 24/7 scammer out to rekey the lock. The scammer sold them this $6 mortise cylinder for $147... that 147 is only for this new "high security" lock. The total invoice was over $600 just to swap a mortise cylinder on an AdamsRite bolt on an aluminum storefront door.
Fekkin' Scammers gonna scam, I guess 🤷
She thought she was going to pay him from petty cash but there wasn't enough. She used her personal card thinking the company would reimburse her. They did not 😂 They told her it was not needed or approved.
But the company did pay me to replace the cheap cylinder with a new mortise housing and new core keyed to their system.

04/11/2026

Check out our Podcast with Gina At Hudson Lock!

04/04/2026

Looks what's happening! Are you coming???

Lishi Training Class – Hosted by the TLA at Hyatt Place Corpus Christi Join us for a full-day Lishi training class with instructor Thomas Corey, designed for both beginners and […]

12/26/2025

Merry Christmas everyone!
We hope you got to spend it with family, friends, and your loved ones.

09/24/2025

MBA USA would like to send a HUGE thanks to everyone who visited us in Pflugerville, TX for the 2025 Texas Locksmiths Association Convention! Whether you stopped by our booth, or attended our training presentation, we truly appreciate you coming by and spending time with us. See you again next year!

09/24/2025

09/24/2025

Special thank you to Roxie Rydl from Sargent & Greenleaf for heading out to Pflugerville, TX to see MBA USA at the Texas Locksmiths Association Convention!

09/24/2025

Howdy Everyone,

As we settle back into the post-show rhythm, we want to take a moment to thank you for being part of this year’s expo. Your participation made it a huge success, and we’re grateful for your involvement.

We’d like to introduce your 2025/2026 TLA BOD.

President, Jason Stewart.
1st VP, Amanda Davenport.
2nd VP, Juan Meraz.
Treasurer, Kim Valois.
Secretary, Lori Goodson.
Editor, Jake Whiten.
Parliamentarian, Brian West.
Sergeant at Arms, Brian Goodson.
Membership director, Bonnie Morse.

To make next year even better, we’d love to hear your honest, unfiltered feedback.
What worked well? What didn’t? Were there any aspects that left you saying, “0/10, would not recommend”? Every bit of feedback helps us improve and create an even better experience in 2026.

This year, we were thrilled to welcome exhibitors from near and far - Hayman Safe, all the way from Florida, Sargent & Greenleaf, and Pop-A-Lock.
They all came just to experience the warmth of Texas hospitality.
We’re proud to say attendance was up 17% over last year!
Even more exciting, four exhibitors approached us during the event with interest in teaching next year, and two have already committed to sponsoring the hospitality rooms.
We’re also pleased to announce that the 2026 Expo will once again be held at the Marriott in Pflugerville—same location, same time.
Mark your calendars for September 2026!

Now that we’ll be at the same venue next year, are there any adjustments or improvements you think would enhance the experience at the convention center?

Thank you once again for your support in making this year’s event a success. We’re already looking forward to seeing you in 2026!

- Your 2025/2026 Texas Locksmiths Association Board of Directors.

09/18/2025

TLA is ready, are you?

09/17/2025

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09/09/2025