Articles Tagged with ''distributors''

Research indicates that in the last two decades, the average human attention span has decreased from 12 seconds to 8.25 seconds, with Gen Z's being less than 8 seconds.

The ASA Emerging Leaders Division’s EMERGE2024 national conference recently set a new attendance record with 240 registrants at the Westin Copley Place Boston, surpassing last year's 190 registrants in Savannah, Georgia.

In the 1930s, John Robertson transitioned from installing to wholesaling furnaces, then added plumbing in 1947. The first headquarters was built in 1953, and branches were opened in the 1960s. In 1984, the company made its first acquisition, expanding into Pennsylvania.

The ASA has conducted a follow-up study to understand the current state of the industry’s workforce and identify changes since the initial study in 2015.

Competing as a distributor in today's industry is challenging from all sides.

I've been away on maternity leave for two months, and I'd like to thank Nicole Krawcke and Dan Ashenden for stepping in as guest columnists. I'm grateful for the support and gifts I received from industry friends. I'm now back and ready to tackle the challenges of being a working mother!

Read ASA's monthly sales report and read what ASA distributor members are saying.

Pacific Plumbing Supply invested in green, high-efficiency products in 2009. They repurposed their main facility in Seattle to showcase their best products. It was popular and led to three locations.

For years, the ASA team has embarked on nationwide trips known as the "ASA Member Blitz," visiting members and their teams to understand their issues and challenges on their home turf.

Irr Supply Centers' 160-year success story is a testament to the power of a supportive culture. Providing excellent benefits and opportunities for employees, the company has grown from a one-man operation to 34 locations and 325 employees.