PDI’s new GLAD Training Center is redefining workforce development in the plumbing industry — blending hands-on education, product expertise, and a people-first culture to empower employees, elevate customer service, and inspire the next generation of tradespeople.

The Southern Wholesalers Association’s Women in Leadership group is transforming the PHCP industry by fostering mentorship, education, and next-gen engagement—empowering women at every stage to lead, grow, and redefine what success looks like in a once male-dominated field.

As water scarcity becomes a global crisis, the kitchen and bath industry is stepping up—with the NKBA leading efforts to drive sustainable innovation, promote water-efficient products, and empower wholesalers to be agents of meaningful change across the supply chain.

Master distribution partnerships are reshaping the PHCP supply chain by giving wholesalers faster access to deep inventory, flexible fulfillment, and a competitive edge in uncertain times.

As global trade policies shift and supply chain disruptions mount, the PVF market faces an uncertain second quarter, marked by evolving tariffs, rising material costs, oil market volatility, and a critical need for skilled labor—making industry collaboration and information sharing more vital than ever.

Steve LeClair transitions to executive chair; Mark Witkowski is appointed CEO and director; and Robyn Bradbury is appointed chief financial officer.

The modernized workspace enhances collaboration, innovation, and efficiency for employees.

The partnership combines Lennox's strength in residential distribution and customer relationships with Ariston Group's advanced water heating technology and manufacturing footprint, to launch water heaters that will carry the Lennox brands.

The new trade resource from Moen offers training, tools and exclusive rewards to help plumbers, contractors, and other pros boost skillsets and grow their businesses.

The company observes this major milestone while renewing its commitment to serve the heating and plumbing industries with the best acidic condensate treatment solutions.