Natalie Forster

Standing out from the crowd

2020 Showroom of the Year, Republic’s collection, of Republic Plumbing Supply, invests in standout showrooms and key relationships.

Natalie Forster

June 29, 2020

When asked about the company’s history, Republic Plumbing Supply explains that it was founded “by the plumber, for the plumber.”

Northeastern Supply Seaford, Delaware Grand Opening

Northeastern Supply celebrates 75 years

Baltimore-based PHCP-PVF supplier hits milestone anniversary

Natalie Forster

June 12, 2020

Three generations of family leadership plan to continue with its blue-collar foundation in order to grow for years to come.

Piping sector adapts to current climate

Piping manufacturers and suppliers explain current trends within the supply chain, and what is expected moving forward.

Natalie Forster

June 10, 2020

Heading full force into the second half of a year like no other the supply chain has seen before, manufacturers and suppliers within the piping sector are adapting and are ready for the new technology and trends ahead.

Investment in business pays off

Pepco Sales & Marketing demonstrates that successful organizational and leadership changes benefit its team and customers.

Natalie Forster

June 5, 2020

Pepco Sales and Marketing out of Dallas, Texas, has plenty to celebrate this year. In addition to being recognized as Supply House Times 2020 Manufacturers Representative of the Year, the company also hits its 55-year anniversary and has an exciting shift in leadership happening.

Natalie Forster: Mid-year review

Give yourself and your company a mid-year assessment, make goals for the future.

Natalie Forster

June 3, 2020

There isn’t much we can control, but we can always control our actions and ability to adapt.

Business in an accelerated digital age

Consumer digital activity is at an all-time high, what do you need to do to keep up?

Natalie Forster

May 12, 2020

The age of technology has been upon us for quite some time, but as the industry navigates through COVID-19, the push for digital presence is stronger than ever.

Natalie Forster: Your marketing message

Natalie Forster

May 11, 2020

Although we are all aware of the severity of the situation, I know many of us are tired of our daily lives being consumed by COVID-19. Anyone else haunted by the image of that fuzzy little cell?

What's in store for waterworks?

Master distributors, suppliers and manufacturers reveal what product trends and economic impacts are shaping the 2020 market.

Natalie Forster

May 1, 2020

According to the 2019 State of the Water Works Industry (SOTWI) survey, the number-one concern among waterworks professionals was renewal and replacement of aging water and wastewater infrastructure, which has been a consistent area of concern over the past few years within the waterworks sector.

Natalie Forster: Fixing problems that can't be fixed

Natalie Forster

April 6, 2020

My family loves to tell one particular story about my childhood — the day I faced the devastating truth that my dad couldn’t fix anything.

An inside look at manufacturing during the COVID-19 pandemic

Companies implement virtual communications for customers and employees.

Natalie Forster

April 1, 2020

The PHCP industry is deemed essential, rightfully so, and the main goal of companies is to protect their employees while still safely providing the essential products and services needed worldwide; continuing production while prioritizing the health of the community and abiding by government regulations and CDC recommendations.