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As 2024 ends, I’ll review last year’s predictions and share twelve trends for 2025. I’ll focus on important trends for supply houses rather than predicting the stock market. Let’s dive into my 2024 predictions.

At NETWORK in Chicago, ASA President Patrick Maloney highlighted the importance of face-to-face recruitment and advocated for job fairs to attract and retain talent, sharing his positive experiences speaking at local colleges about industry opportunities.

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 event welcomed over 2,030 attendees, including more than 550 wholesaler representatives from 181 companies, 65 Solution Center providers, 45 unique member sponsors, and a sold-out Booth Program featuring 230 suppliers and manufacturers.

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.

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 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.

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As my presidency at ASA concludes, I reflect on a year of financial stability, networking growth, and key initiatives like the Strategic Leadership and Innovation Summits.