Respondents to ASA’s monthly sales reported a median sales increase of 18% for January 2023 vs. 2022. This reverses a four-month trend of slowing year-over-year rates of growth.

Net sales of $6.8 billion were 4.9% ahead of last year, with a sequential step down in growth rates from the first quarter as expected, against a prior year comparable growth of 31.8%. 

Affiliated Distributors (AD) announced the launch of the Center for Independent Distributor Leadership (CIDL), a development program designed to prepare the current and future leaders of independent distribution with the competencies and experiences to build long-term, sustainable success for their companies.

Dice, currently the president of Winsupply Equity Group, will replace Winsupply Inc. President John McKenzie, who is retiring Feb. 28.

Affiliated Distributors (AD) announced that Ben Brumfield will be joining the company as President, AD Member Supply, effective March 6

If you’ve been following my columns thus far, you already know that marketing your business can be a challenging yet rewarding venture. While there is no one-size-fits-all formula for success, let’s take a look at some common mistakes you should be aware of in order to maximize the effectiveness of your marketing efforts.

Dakota Supply Group (DSG) announced the launch of its year-long marketing campaign, 125 years young, celebrating its 125^th year in business. 

Northeastern Supply announced the newest addition to the Northeastern Family located in Toughkenamon, Pennsylvania by acquisition of Jenkins & McMahon Plumbing Supply.

Under his leadership, the number of local company entrepreneurs increased from 609 to 652, and three new regional distribution centers were added.

The Beringer Group, an independent business advisory firm, announced that its client, Delwood Supply, has finalized the sale of their company to Progressive Plumbing Supply Company.