National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors

Ça y est, c'est la fin de la réunion d'été AEC 2024! The true power of community lies in our ability to listen to each other and share our best ideas and that spirit of community was on full display at our recent AEC Summer Meeting in beautiful Montreal!    We crafted our agenda with one goal in mind: to promote collaboration, sharing, and mutual support and it was a great success! Participants shared insights, helped each other with challenges, and made plans to continue their conversations after the meeting.    Beyond the sessions, there was a lot of laughter, new friendships formed, and existing ones strengthened.  This exchange of insights drives collective growth, allowing us to tackle challenges more effectively and create a meaningful impact on the business communities we serve.    Thank you to the AEC Members we participated (and for those who couldn’t, we look forward to seeing you soon!). Special thanks to our Chair, Sandy MacLeod of HRAI (Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada) for leading the event.    Exciting things to come! Eric Hoplin Patti Rausch Brian Wild Carol Ferrante Walsh, PMP Jason Blake Francis Creighton @Liliana Cruz Nancy Cueroni Joseph Donadoni Greg Ferrara Edward Kuo John Ospina Zachary Perge Austin Quinten @Lorne Silver Melinda Sposari, MBA, CAE M. Robert Weidner, III Melinda Whitney Megan Foote Steve Shrout

Highlights of NAW Members at the RNC! NAW Board Member Kathryn Poehling Seymour, President of First Supply LLC, and Eric Boelter, CEO of The Boelter Companies, were among the distinguished attendees, with Diane Hendricks, owner of ABC Supply Co. Inc., taking the stage last night. Engaging with leaders at events like this is crucial for sharing the story of the wholesale distribution industry. #distribution #wholesaledistribution #Supplychain Dan Schuberth

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Last Friday, NAW, together with 42 other trade associations, delivered a letter to President Biden requesting a pause on all current rulemakings and a halt to the implementation of new rules considering the Supreme Court’s recent Chevron decision. “The Biden Administration has been pushing through new regulations at a breakneck pace, often by stretching their legal authority to do so,” said Brian Wild, Chief Government Relations Officer at NAW. “The court’s recent action to reign in the executive branch should be taken seriously. The Administration should pause further actions and review their authority before advancing any further rulemaking.” https://lnkd.in/gzybCX3K Brian Wild Lauren Williams Alex Hendrie Channing Pejic

To create new public policy champions, wholesaler-distributors have to tell their story and explain the real world impact of policies on their business. We appreciate NAW Member Millcraft for hosting Representative Greg Landsman (OH-Dem.) in Cincinnati, OH, and telling the story of their company's growth and some of the challenges distribution companies are facing. If your company is ready to tell your story, NAW is here to help. Please click here to start the process: https://lnkd.in/eCAJjuUN. Channing Pejic Brian Wild Lauren Williams Alex Hendrie

We are deeply saddened and disturbed by the events that took place at Former President Trump's rally last night. Violence has no place in our political discourse or in our society. We are thankful that Former President Trump sustained only minor injuries, but the incident serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need to tone down the divisive political rhetoric that has become all too common. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of the gentleman who lost his life, and our thoughts are with those who are still fighting for their recovery. It is time for us to come together as a nation and focus on policies that will build a bright and prosperous future for all Americans. Let us work towards unity and progress, rather than allowing our differences to drive us apart. 

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Congratulations Henry Schein on this remarkable achievement! Thank you for including us in your grand opening. We look forward to seeing your continued success.

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