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Monday Morning Memo: 7.8.13

Posted By Lizzie Duvall, Tuesday, July 9, 2013

NAFCD Quarterly Executive Trends Index

In an effort to increase the value of information we provide to our members, the North American Association of Floor Covering Distributors and the North American Building Material Distribution Association have partnered to develop a valuable benchmarking and forecasting tool.

We are excited to announce the launch the NBMDA / NAFCD Quarterly Executive Trends Index! NBMDA/NAFCD has compiled a BRIEF quarterly online survey. This survey will be sent tomorrow, Tuesday, July 9th. Please look for this email.

All survey responses are anonymous and confidential with responses aggregated only to identify key trends in the industry (sales growth for the industry, inventory levels, changes in operating costs, etc.).

The full survey results will be sent back to members in late July and will provide you and your organization with actionable information you can put to use in your business month to month.

We hope your company can commit 5-10 minutes each quarter to fill out the survey. The debut survey will take slightly longer to complete as we attempt to secure some historical data for comparison purposes going forward. We look forward to your participation!

- Kevin Gammonley                     - Michelle Miller
NBMDA Executive VP                   NAFCD Executive VP

Tags:  benchmarking  Cleveland Research  forecasting  historica data  NAFCD  NBMDA  performance  survey 

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Monday Morning Memo: 6.3.13

Posted By Lizzie Duvall, Thursday, June 6, 2013

NAFCD's Commitment to Education

 

NAFCD and NBMDA unites the top manufacturers, distributors and service providers from the floor covering, specialty building material, cabinetry and woodworking industries to network, engage, learn and grow their businesses. This is the most anticipated and highly valued distribution-focused event of the year for suppliers to gain valuable access and deepen relationships with their distributor customers. A powerful line-up of speakers will headline the 2013 NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention. Providing practical tips and best practices that will enhance each attendee's business and personal brand, these nationally recognized speakers will share their expertise on economic trends, driving sales, relationship building, trends in the building product supply chain, corporate culture and leadership improvement. To view the complete list of NAFCD speakers and topics, please visit the NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention Website.


 Top Reasons Why Distributors Attend the NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention

Distributors in attendance at the convention are looking to spend time with their current suppliers and identify new lines to carry. Attending distribution firms represent approximately 900 distribution center locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Here are just a few reasons why distributors regularly attend the NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention:

  • Strengthen relationships with current manufacturer partners
  • Connect with potential new suppliers
  • Access industry education, information and trends
  • Access best practices


Tags:  annual convention  best practices  education  nafcd  nbmda  why attend 

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