Industry News - Modernfold Marks Its Centennial with a Global Sales Gathering in Scottsdale, Arizona

This past May, Modernfold marked a century of innovation by hosting its 2025 International Sales Meeting in Scottsdale, Arizona. The event brought together partners and colleagues from around the world to celebrate 100 years of success, share ideas and look ahead to the future of space management solutions.

Overview

Festivities began with a speakeasy-themed welcome reception with wonderful live music and delicious food.

Modernfold International Sales Meeting – main session

On day two, attendees were able to enjoy informative sessions covering industry news, collaborative team breakout workshops, networking opportunities, and product announcements, including the launch of Modernfold PureView on ComfortDrive.

Modernfold International Sales Meeting – main session

TRW Team

Welcome reception with live music

Speakeasy-themed welcome reception with live music.

Modernfold team and partners networking

ModernfoldStyles Team

The Reception Dinner was the highlight of the event, where guests were treated to inspiring speeches delivered by Bryan Welch, Managing Director of Modernfold, Mathieu Verley, Senior Vice President Business Unit Movable Walls of dormakaba, and Chris Baur, President of Key Wall and Solutions of dormakaba, honoring the company’s rich history and vision for the future.

Modernfold International Sales Meeting – main session

Mathieu Verley of Dorma, Christian Baur of Dorma, and Bryan Welch of Modernfold

The next day, everyone enjoyed a variety of excursions, such as golf, kayaking, sport shooting, and more, enhancing the experience with the fun opportunities for relaxation and networking.

Modernfold International Sales Meeting – main session

Main session at the 2025 International Sales Meeting.

Welcome reception with live music

Speakeasy-themed welcome reception with live music.

Modernfold team and partners networking

Networking and breakout sessions with partners.

The day ended with a festive Farewell Dinner complete with live music, fireworks, and games, concluding the event with a bang.

Modernfold International Sales Meeting – main session

Frank Mecklenburg and Notes from Neptune

Not only did the industry get to celebrate Modernfold’s incredible milestone, but companies across the IDNNA came together to connect, collaborate, and grow as a unified network.

Congratulations to the Modernfold team. Here is to the next 100 years!

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