So much has been written and said about how to work with the millennial worker that we seem to have glossed over the generation that preceded them — the proud men and women of Generation X.

Explore the latest chapter of trends in kitchen and bath design. Evolving styles tell a fascinating story of creativity and innovation. Trends unfold like the pages of a book.

Long known as “The Service People” in the company’s respective markets, Dan Sherman, vice president of Seattle-based Pacific Plumbing Supply, says his grandfather Maurice Sherman knew the key to his new business was his relationships with customers and employees alike. 

When we look at individuals for consideration as The Wholesaler’s Person of The Year, we focus on leaders, change-makers and those behind the scene who have made a positive impact on the industry. We look for that special something a person has that helps innovate the wholesale distribution sector. 

With the end of the year rapidly approaching, we begin to focus on what to expect in the year 2020. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported an increase in the construction industry’s jobless rate. It rose to 4 percent at the end of the third quarter, despite a gain of 10,000 jobs.

The PVF Roundtable experienced another year of exceptional growth in 2019 — in membership, sponsors and event attendees. We are supported by an all-volunteer board of directors and dozens of individual volunteers at each of our events.

As we enter 2020, we hope you will forgive a little walk down memory lane for us. As we write this, almost exactly 15 years ago, Rich and his dad (Grandpa Joe Schmitt) were writing their last column together.

The average annualized sales growth for the 12 months through October 2019 is 6.1 percent.

The award will be presented on Wednesday, Dec. 11 in Baltimore at the Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore.