This partnership would bring together two organizations to create AD’s only safety-dedicated division focused on the growth of independent distributors that specialize in the safety market.

The division hosted a record-breaking annual meeting Nov. 12-14 with an attendance increase of 40 percent over the prior year.

The award honors commitment to advancing the development and influence of women in the industrial channel.

EDT, founded in 1992, is a member-owned, member-governed group of independent plumbing and HVACR wholesalers across 13 European countries with 250 companies and 1,700 locations.

By country, same-store sales in the United States grew 4 percent, Canada was up 5 percent and Mexico decreased 5 percent.

During the 2019 Luxury Products Group Spring Expo, Executive Director Jeff MacDowell announced that a special interest group for young leaders was being formed.

The theme of the year’s AD meetings is “All In,” described as absolute commitment, pushing the status quo, getting fully involved and having an unwavering drive with customers, business partners and fellow associates.

Best Card has been a BBB accredited business since 2010 and has more than 30 years of combined industry experience and knowledge.

InsiteCommerce, Insite Software’s eCommerce solution, offers AD members a fully configurable and extensible solution built with robust native B2B functionality and designed to integrate with business systems like ERP and PIM.

The 100th member distinction goes to Winkle Electric Company, celebrating its 75th anniversary this year.