Articles Tagged with ''American Supply Association''

With growing digital demands and operational complexity, ASA is taking a bold step to establish an industry-backed, collaborative standard that will enhance accuracy, efficiency, and innovation for all stakeholders — from manufacturers and distributors to reps.

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This program aims to elevate the profile of the supply industry as a dynamic, rewarding, and innovative career destination. The overarching goal is clear — amplify the industry's voice, attract fresh talent, and help ASA members grow their workforce through greater visibility and stronger branding.

The summit held in early May drew more than 220 attendees and enjoyed tremendous sponsorship support from industry vendors, wholesalers, reps and service providers for its two-day education, best practices sharing and networking forum held at the Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa, California.

The PHCP/PVF industry is facing challenges like a growing skills gap, an aging workforce, and rising demands for innovation. For ASA members, now is the ideal time to invest in the future by creating internship programs.

Prices stabilized around the $4.30 level after the White House postponed new tariffs for 90 days. Since then, copper has regained some ground, supported by signals that Washington may be pursue negotiations with China and by rising expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut in June.

The ASA Women in Industry Division offers a unique platform for driven women to connect, network, and access educational resources, fostering both personal and professional growth. Its mission goes beyond typical industry events by actively working to attract women to the PHCP-PVF industry.

President Trump recently signed several Executive Orders (EOs) to rescind and modify regulations in various sectors, including energy production, defense policy, and reverse the repeal of several regulations based on recent Supreme Court decisions, such as Loper Bright.

My first ASA ELEVATE was in 2019 in San Diego. I had just joined the industry in mid-2017 and had only been to a handful of events. I’ll never forget the welcoming environment that surrounded me and the relationships I was able to begin at that very first event.

This year’s EMERGE (May 13-15) in Las Vegas will be a doozy and will put the division in a position to where it has nearly doubled in size since the 2023 event in Savannah, Georgia. Last year’s EMERGE conference in Boston set a new all-time attendance mark and the Vegas version in May will threaten it.