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PREVIOUS WEBINAR TOPICS & RESOURCES

 

Couldn’t join us live? Access past sessions from NAED’s Workforce Development Quarterly Series, presented in partnership with Dale Carnegie here. New recordings and related resources will be added following each quarterly session, giving you on-demand access to high-quality learning content when and where you need it.

 

 

Distributor’s Growth Blueprint for 2026 — Now Available on Demand
This webinar was held March 25, 2026

View the recording of our special webinar featuring Dr. Bharani Nagarathnam, Instructional Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution at Texas A&M University. In this session, he introduces a proven framework for uncovering and capitalizing on growth opportunities in distribution—no matter the state of the market.

Drawing on the latest research and industry best practices, Dr. Nagarathnam walks through a practical model to help identify high-impact growth opportunities, along with actionable strategies and tools for implementation. You’ll gain insights into key growth drivers within your business and learn effective methods for generating, managing, and sustaining long-term growth. (Content is based on lectures from the course “Distribution Growth, Models, and Drivers.”)

At the conclusion of the webinar, you’ll also gain insights into Texas A&M University Master of Industrial Distribution program and the $5,000 Dr. Daniel F. Jennings Memorial Scholarship opportunity available to eligible employees of NAED member companies.

Click here for access to the recording and the presentation.

 

Craft Your Personal Brand Vision
This webinar was held January 22, 2026; recording and resources coming soon

In a fast-paced business world, clarity of purpose sets successful professionals apart. This session helped participants define a clear and motivating vision for who they want to become and the actions that will move them closer to success. Participants learned how to sustain growth through intentional habits, accountability, and a mindset that turns goals into reality.

 

UPCOMING NAED EVENTS

 

2026 Events:


2027 Events:

  • NAED 2027 Western Region Conference: Jan. 11-13, 2027 (Phoenix, AZ)
  • NAED 2027 Eastern Region Conference: Feb. 22-24, 2027 (Orlando, FL)
  • NAED 2027 National Meeting: May 11-13, 2027 (Salt Lake City, UT)
  • NAED 2027 Women In Industry Forum: June 14-16, 2027


2028 Events:

  • NAED 2028 Western Region Conference: Jan. 10-12, 2028 (San Diego, CA)
  • NAED 2028 Eastern Region Conference: Feb. 7-9, 2028 (Houston, TX)
  • NAED 2028 National Meeting: Dates TBD (Hollywood, FL)
  • NAED 2028 Women In Industry Forum: June 5-8, 2028


2029 Events:

  • NAED 2029 Women In Industry Forum: June 18-21


2030 Events:

  • NAED 2030 Women In Industry Forum: June 10-13, 2030

 

National Meeting

November 6-8, 2023
Marco Island, FL

Women In Industry Forum

January 15-17, 2024
Austin, TX

Adventure Conference

Coming in 2024
 

LEAD Conference

November 6-8, 2023
Marco Island, FL

Data Insights Conference

February 19-21, 2024
Dallas, TX

Futures Group

January 15-17, 2024
Austin, TX

Lake Michigan Club

February 19-21, 2024
Dallas, TX

Market Area Meetups

November 6-8, 2023
Marco Island, FL

IDEA eBiz

January 15-17, 2024
Austin, TX

Lake Michigan Club Holiday

February 19-21, 2024
Dallas, TX

University of Innovative Distribution

November 6-8, 2023
Marco Island, FL

For more information, contact Chaney Disselhorst,
Senior Manager, Workforce Development Strategy, NAED.