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The 12-month-long MDM program is available exclusively to ASA members. It delivers practical distribution mastery along with leadership vision, offering flexibility and affordability to develop strong, action-oriented leaders for over a decade.

At the American Supply Association's annual event, industry leaders addressed concerns about talent recruitment, competition from e-commerce, and the need for independent distributors to adapt and enhance their service offerings to stay competitive.

Plumbing and HVAC contractors navigated a year of challenges and opportunities, with rising demand for energy-efficient systems amid labor shortages. As we look to 2025, growth is expected in commercial sectors like data centers and healthcare, alongside increased home repairs. The focus on sustainability and technology will drive innovation in the industry.

The following list incudes the top 10 most-read articles from 2024 based on website traffic at Supplyht.com. If you missed any of these throughout the year, take a few minutes to read what all of the bustle was about.

Encourage all team members, from executives to new hires, to view themselves as risk managers. Adopting this mindset can improve the company's safety culture and operational efficiency. For additional information and resources,

My experience at The Beringer Group, after navigating succession planning and a sale in my family business, highlighted the complexities of M&A and Succession Planning, providing valuable insights for business owners in industrial distribution.

The ASA's Voice of the Builder Survey revealed that 61% of builders own their projects and 91% serve as their own general contractors. Most buy fixtures and water heaters from wholesalers, valuing product availability, price, and relationships. The survey also covers product categories and future builder outlooks.

The awards were presented on December 10 during a special ceremony in Newport News, Virginia, home to Ferguson’s headquarters. The event brought together industry leaders, executives, and representatives across the logistics sector.

Anticipated to air in the second half of 2024, Season five will feature perspectives from plumbing experts in Australia, Alaska, Canada, Hawaii, and California and will highlight some of the common challenges faced by plumbers across the world. The series was recently awarded three Telly Awards.

Built to exceed the most stringent sustainability standards, Intuit Dome is LEED Platinum certified for Building Design and Construction. To support Intuit Dome's sustainability goals, Sloan provided the arena with a wide variety of sensor-operated restroom products renowned for their water-saving capabilities.