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Four Skills and Behaviors Defining Elite Distribution Leaders

Modern distribution leaders must go beyond relationships and product knowledge and drive profitable growth, make financially grounded decisions, build a culture of operational excellence, and hire/develop the right talent in an increasingly digital and data-driven industry.

April 1, 2026

Beyond traditional product knowledge, discover the four critical pillars of modern leadership—from financial literacy to operational excellence—that are defining the next generation of elite distribution professionals.

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Softeners and Corrosion: What PHC Professionals Need to Know

While naturally soft water can be corrosive, properly designed cation exchange water softeners do not make water corrosive and do not worsen corrosion in plumbing systems, despite a long-standing industry myth.

April 1, 2026

Debunk the long-standing industry myth that water softeners cause pipe damage by exploring the science-backed reality of how cation exchange actually impacts plumbing longevity and corrosion.

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Celebrating the Spirit of Independence

F.W. Webb celebrates 160 years of legacy and partnerships that have helped build America, and it continues to do so full steam ahead.

April 1, 2026

Ruth Mitchell

Celebrate 160 years of F.W. Webb, a powerhouse of the Northeast that has evolved from a single storefront in 1866 to a $2.6 billion distribution leader by mastering the art of stewardship and "building the bench" for the future of the trades.

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PVF Market Overview

SCOTUS Strikes Down Trump Tariffs

Heightened uncertainty due to the Supreme Court ruling, the administration’s replacement global tariffs and geopolitical tensions with Iran are driving sharp increases in energy prices.

April 1, 2026

Stephen Letko

As the PVF sector navigates a massive shift in trade policy following the SCOTUS ruling on Trump-era tariffs, staying ahead of fluctuating energy prices and supply chain disruptions will be the key to maintaining project schedules in 2026.

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The AI Capability PHCP Distributors Are Missing

The cross-referencing problem no one in distribution is talking about.

April 1, 2026

Discover how AI is solving the "cross-referencing gap" in PHCP distribution, allowing sales teams to instantly match outside brands and turn complex plan-and-spec work into a high-margin revenue driver.

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Stress, Isolation and the Trades: Why Support Networks Matter

Practical, evidence-based strategies to strengthen social and professional connections

April 1, 2026

Discover how trades professionals can combat the unique pressures of isolation and burnout by building intentional support networks that act as "preventive maintenance" for their mental well-being.

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A Breath of Fresh Air

When he’s not solving problems in the field, HVAC Service Technician Adam Nasser finds peace in the outdoors.

April 1, 2026

Nicole Meyer

Follow the inspiring journey of Adam Nasser, from his humble beginnings in Lebanon to becoming an award-winning HVAC technician in Colorado who balances the high-pressure world of service calls with the restorative power of the great outdoors.

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Keeping the System Running: How Chiropractic Care Can Benefit Tradespeople

Built on similar principles, utilizing chiropractic care in the trades can be a natural fit for many skilled workers.

April 1, 2026

Explore how chiropractic care mirrors the precision of the skilled trades to help workers restore their "human machine," reduce chronic pain, and protect their most valuable tool—their bodies.

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The Cost of Carrying It All: Why Leaders in the Trades Must Stop Suffering in Silence

By starting with five simple steps, trades leaders can build a support system that makes them sharper, calmer and more consistent.

April 1, 2026

Nate Agentis

Discover how trades leaders can overcome the hidden mental and operational costs of "carrying it all" by implementing five practical strategies to build a more sustainable, sharp, and connected professional life.

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Rising From the Ashes

After surviving childhood trauma, business failures and the psychological toll of firefighting, Shaun Carlyon confronts his years-long battle with addiction to rebuild his life — and help others do the same.

April 1, 2026

Nicole Meyer

Follow the harrowing yet hopeful journey of Shaun Carlyon as he battles childhood trauma, the physical and mental tolls of firefighting, and a life-threatening addiction to rebuild his life and launch a mission to help other tradespeople find their voice.