Workforce Development Resources for Members
Developing and sustaining a strong workforce is one of the most critical priorities facing the electrical distribution industry. As market demands evolve, technology advances, and generational shifts continue, member companies must proactively attract, develop, and retain talent at every level of the organization.
NAED is committed to supporting members with practical tools, strategic partnerships, and industry-aligned resources that strengthen talent pipelines and build future-ready leaders.
These resources are designed to help member organizations:
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Elevate awareness of the electrical distribution industry
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Showcase career opportunities
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Strengthen and broaden talent pipelines
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Advance career development
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Foster employee engagement and retention
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*Available Workforce Development and Recruitment Toolkit resources:
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Social media template for members to communicate Careers with Power to their social networks via LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
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An event “popup” banner design
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Basic member career page template/wireframe
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Career Website guidance document with standards and checklists for creating a career page
- Green to Great Onboarding Guides
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Workforce Development Webinars presented in partnership with Dale Carnegie
- Collection of 20 editable job descriptions optimized for Indeed, LinkedIn, and major job board algorithms delivered in a single word document.
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Editable “Electrical Industry” PowerPoint presentation for students (high schools, tech schools, community and 4-year colleges)
- 1 Internship Program Checklist
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UPCOMING NAED EVENTS
2026 Events:
- NAED 2026 National Meeting: May 12-14, 2026 (Orlando, FL)
- NAED 2026 Women In Industry Forum: June 15-17, 2026 (Houston, TX)
- NAED 2026 Lake Michigan Club: June 18-21, 2026 (Grand Geneva, WI)
- NAED 2026 Marketing Summit: Aug. 3-5, 2026 (Indianapolis, IN)
- NAED 2026 LEAD Conference: Oct. 12-14, 2026 (Charlotte, NC)
2027 Events:
- NAED 2027 Western Region Conference: Jan. 11-13, 2027 (Phoenix, AZ)
- NAED 2027 Eastern Region Conference: Feb. 8-10, 2027 (Atlanta, GA)
- 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
For more information, contact Chaney Disselhorst,
Senior Manager, Workforce Development Strategy, NAED.