BENDER, a fourth-generation family-owned and -operated distributor, debuted its reimagined New Haven, Conn., showroom in late May.

Ask Michael Lorber, executive vice president of finance at J. Lorber Co., what he loves most about this industry and he’ll provide the answer he once gave his 5-year-old twin daughters when they asked him what he did for a living.

As technology makes search and ordering easier, the salesforce will be driven to deliver new and different value streams. While new sales models require different management and technology supports, they will, in many areas, supplant generalist sales efforts.

Online competitors continue to move aggressively into the wholesale distribution industry. Traditional wholesalers must look at their pricing strategies, business choices and hiring practices to ensure they give customers the value, service and expertise they need.

President Donald Trump is No. 3 on the Forbes 2018 list of the most powerful people across the globe. And Democrats reveal a jobs plan that would guarantee a minimum of $15 an hour in conjunction with Medicare for all.

There will always be reductions in the bottom line as infrastructure is built. The real test of a company is how it manages the investment period. Profit is great but don’t neglect investment in your people, technology and inventory.

With more than 15 years industry experience, Landis will focus on Interline Brands for Enviro.

The product is for stylish homeowners with multiple finishes.

The market leader in the sale of pumps and motors will keep its name for the foreseeable future.

Representing plumbing manufacturers, PMI submitted testimony opposing tariffs on products on List 3.