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Looking forward to seeing old friends and making new ones in New Orleans at this week’s NAFCD+NBMDA Annual Convention, kicking off Tuesday, October 22 and running through the 24th.
With a sold-out exhibit hall, many informative speakers and 1,000-plus distributors and suppliers working in building materials and floor coverings, this week promises to be action-packed—and we at S&P will be there to share the excitement with you!
The event is being held at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans near the Superdome. New at the 2024 convention is a mobile app, available on Apple App and Google Play, to help plan and keep track of busy days and contacts.
Registration is open at the Empire Foyer East starting at 8 a.m., October 22. You can also stop by the desk to ask for more information from our experienced team.
Attendees MUST check in and wear badges while attending all NBMDA events. You will not be allowed to enter sessions or receptions without your convention badge
Back by popular demand, the University of Innovative Distribution (UID) In-a-Day one-day workshop provides tailored education to those in management positions within wholesale distribution firms as well as their partner suppliers.
The 2024 Annual Convention features many informative sessions from experienced speakers discussing leadership, best practices, and economic and industry forecasts.
Presentations scheduled for this week include:
The Hero Effect — Creating a Culture of Heroes at Every Level Presented by Kevin Brown, author of "Unleashing Your Hero: Rise Above Any Challenger, Expand Your Impact and Be the Hero the World Needs"
The Impact of Geopolitics on Your Business Presented by Alex Chausovsky, director at Bundy Group and Eugene Chausovsky, senior director at New Lines Institute
Get It: Creativity & Innovation Presented by AmyK, international award-winning speaker
Who Knows You? Power Networking; Cultivating Leadership Excellence: Collaboration, Communication and Commitment; and Re-igniting Your SPARK! The Power of Positivity! All presented by Gail Alofsin, president of Leadership at ALL Levels
How Well Prepared is Your Company for Succession? Presented by Doug Howard, president and founder of Growth Team Strategies
Staying Ahead of the Curve in 2025-2026 Presented by Lauren Saidel-Baker, economist at ITR Economics
Visit www.distributorconvention.org for more information.
