Strong partnerships don’t happen by accident. They are built on trust, communication, shared goals and a genuine commitment to each other’s success.

Ninety years in, the Platsky Company story isn’t defined by a milestone. It’s defined by the people who built its reputation—one delivery, one handshake and one commitment at a time.

The role of the manufacturers’ representative continues to evolve as we adapt to changing customer expectations, digital transformation, workforce challenges and new market opportunities.

As Rheem approaches its second century in business, the company continues to balance its legacy of reliability with a forward-looking strategy centered on innovation, sustainability and stronger channel partnerships. 

In the HVAC industry, innovation is often born in the field,  shaped by the everyday frustrations technicians face on the job.

For independent wholesale distributors across North America, succession planning has become one of the industry’s most pressing conversations.

As our nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States, it also serves as a reminder that the strength of our country has always been shaped by the individuals willing to serve and protect it.

How Everflow is redefining master distribution by blending global sourcing and controlled branding to eliminate friction and solve tail spend for wholesale distributors.

Meet the siblings leading The Collins Companies into its next chapter, balancing family legacy with technology and growth.

Distribution Strategy Group co-founder Ian Heller explains how the Applied AI for Distributors conference helps industry leaders move beyond pilot programs to achieve measurable gains in pricing, automation, and sales efficiency.