Patrick Maloney

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.

Technology is a catalyst for change, reshaping our work lives through automation, advanced data analytics, and artificial intelligence. As industry leaders, we must embrace these changes to maintain our competitive edge and ensure the survival of our businesses.

ASA has recognized how important data standardization is to our industry. About two years ago, at our LEAD strategic planning retreat, we discussed how ASA could get involved and help guide our industry.

More than 50 ASA companies have flipped the switch on the “Now Hiring” option on supplyindustrycareers.com with more than 2,500 brick-and-mortar locations nationwide.

Are you worried about the time and cost? Unsure about the benefits of membership or renewing? These are all valid concerns. Just as we invest in our businesses to make them better, ASA is another tool to help us improve.

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

There are plenty of opportunities to get together to talk about new opportunities, obstacles, or to just learn about how other people deal with daily issues. You have buying group meetings, the regional meetings, and one that is near and dear to ASA’s heart — NETWORK.

There is a necessity for ASA Advocacy. We need a voice in Washington. All of us need the interests of the PHCP-PVF Industry to be top of mind, heard, and understood.

Did you know ASA's Women in Industry event grew from 100 attendees to over 400?  Join 400+ industry professionals at ASA's Emerging Leaders or Women in Industry events this month and May!

In January, 90 ASA volunteers met for the 2024 LEAD planning. We discussed the industry's future and how ASA's innovation, sustainability, and leadership will define our success. The dynamic marketplace presents challenges. Our relevance is key to our success.