To combat the impending retirement wave and transfer critical institutional knowledge, engineering firms must embrace intentional, structured mentorship to prepare the next generation of talent for real-world challenges.

When young professionals ask me for advice about building a successful career in our industry, I often start by sharing a simple truth: our business isn’t only about moving products through warehouses — it’s about moving people toward their potential.

In an industry where actions speak louder than words, Nate Agentis explains why every job site interaction is a silent training session for the next generation of plumbing leaders.

Meet Rich Patterson of Aquaflow Pump & Supply, a next-generation leader blending relationship-driven wholesaling with modern technology to drive innovation, growth, and customer success.

Join us as we celebrate 15 exemplary young professionals for keeping the PHCP community burning bright.

The kitchen footprint continues to grow, further influencing the overall design of the whole home and fostering connection between social spaces.

Whether already steering their companies as CEOs or rising through the ranks with purpose, they represent the bold vision needed for what’s next.

From flashlight-holding kids to third-generation leaders, the Head family’s story is more than plumbing — it’s a legacy of resilience, representation, and redefining what it means to build a business that serves, inspires, and lasts.

Help us celebrate those who are carrying the torch from previous generations and keeping the PHCP industry burning bright!

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.