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Successful business leaders must understand the economy, market performance, and future outlook to make informed decisions for success.

At Bradford White, we are committed to our industry and customers. Our partnership with the American Supply Association (ASA) plays a huge role in fostering these relationships.

Lion Plumbing Supply's renovated Kitchen + Bath Design Center in Miami won the 2024 Showroom of the Year award. It is described as "running on all eight" by the company's President, Paul Gentile, and is located across the street from Lion's wholesale counter known for its high fill rate and same-day delivery.

Can AI benefit your business today? Absolutely. Do you need to rush to implement it immediately to stay ahead of your competitors? No, you don't.

PM Engineer Chief Editor Nicole Krawcke and Supply House Times Editor Natalie Forster sat down with several industry manufacturers to discuss their efforts, including Andres Caballero, president of Uponor North America, Mark Hudoba, vice president of building solutions division for REHAU, and Marki Huston, COO of Viega.

With most attention turned to the 2024 election cycle or the political theater permeating Capitol Hill, ASA has been actively engaged in several legislative and regulatory issues of direct interest to our industry, with some recent developments.

Plumbing & Mechanical Chief Editor Nicole Krawcke had the chance to sit down with Tina Gullickson and discuss her goals and strategies in leading Caleffi North America through this next chapter.

In 2025, ASA plans to launch ASA West, merging SWPD and WSA groups into a mega region covering 11 western states. ASA West will host an annual spring conference to provide education, networking, and best practices exchange for industry professionals.

The global warehouse robotics market is expected to reach a value of $12.99 billion by 2030. Warehouse robotic systems automate tasks like picking, sorting, transporting, and packing, offering faster and more accurate operations.

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.