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Find (and Work With) the Right Mentor
Thursday, December 10, 2026, 10 am CST

Mentorship can accelerate growth — when it’s built on alignment and purpose. This session guides participants in identifying what they need from a mentor, finding the right fit, and building a productive, mutually beneficial relationship. Learn how to approach, engage, and sustain mentorships that foster accountability and lasting development.

Delivered in partnership with Dale Carnegie

 

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Lead From Where You Are
Thursday, February 18, 2027, 10 am CST

How do you influence others when you're not their boss? Leadership isn't defined by a title. This session explores practical ways to gain cooperation, build commitment, and encourage accountability without formal authority. Participants will learn how to make respectful requests and move work forward through collaboration.

Delivered in partnership with Dale Carnegie

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Speak Up with Confidence
Thursday, April 15, 2027, 10 am CST

How do you speak up or say no without damaging relationships? Communicating confidently isn't about being louder or more forceful. This session explores how to express ideas, advocate for yourself, and set appropriate boundaries while maintaining respect. Participants will learn practical approaches to communicating assertively and navigating competing expectations.

Delivered in partnership with Dale Carnegie

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Managing Up
Thursday, June 10, 2027, 10 am CST

What do you do when your manager's style doesn't work for you? While you can't always control how others lead, you can influence how you work together. This session explores strategies for navigating micromanagement, clarifying expectations, and managing competing priorities. Participants will learn how to adapt their communication and build more productive working relationships with their managers.

Delivered in partnership with Dale Carnegie

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Too Much, Too Fast
Thursday, August 12, 2027, 10 am CST

How do you handle everything when everything feels like a priority? Working harder isn't always the answer. This session explores how to regain focus, prioritize competing demands, and distinguish what you can control from what you can't. Participants will learn practical ways to stay adaptable and respond constructively when priorities change.

Delivered in partnership with Dale Carnegie

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Know Yourself, Know Your Impact
Thursday, October 14, 2027, 10 am CST

Do others experience you the way you think they do? Your intentions and your impact aren't always the same. This session explores how emotions, reactions, and everyday behaviors influence how others perceive you. Participants will learn to recognize potential blind spots and use feedback to make intentional changes that strengthen their impact.

Delivered in partnership with Dale Carnegie

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Interpersonal Competence: Behaviors that Build Trust & Credibility
This webinar was held on July 23, 2026

Trust and strong relationships are the foundation of every great team. This session provides practical tools to improve interactions, strengthen communication, and build lasting credibility with colleagues. Participants will leave with a clear action plan to enhance collaboration and influence at every level. Delivered in partnership with Dale Carnegie

Click here to access the recording and participant guide. Use the “Workforce Development” filter under Category.

 

 


The Secret to Career Growth (PIE)
This webinar was held on April 23, 2026

Career advancement isn’t just about what you do, it’s also about how you show up. Using the PIE model (Performance, Image, Exposure), this session explores how credibility, visibility, and relationships shape professional growth. Participants will gain strategies to enhance their presence, strengthen communication, and increase authentic visibility across their organization.

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

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Craft Your Personal Brand Vision
This webinar was held on January 22, 2026

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.

 

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Dale Carnegie Training
Transform your career with Dale Carnegie's time-tested methodology. Dale Carnegie helps you win friends and influence people through leadership and communication training. Learn more by visiting Dale Carnegie today.

 

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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.