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January 1, 2023

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Welcome, New MHEDA Members!

The following companies have applied for MHEDA membership:

 

DISTRIBUTOR/INTEGRATOR

  • ASRS, Advanced Storage & Retrieval Systems Inc., Marietta, GA

MANUFACTURER-SUPPLIER/ASSOCIATE

  • PEAC Solutions, Mt. Laurel, NJ
  • A-Wall Building Systems by Warwick Products, Cleveland, OH
 

Educate Your Associates

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NEW 2023 Webinar Series

Running a business, engaging your team and keeping up with new technology is challenging. This free three-part webinar series will provide guidance and insights on:

  • Cash Flow Strategies (1/26): Learn what smart leaders are implementing to manage their cash flow;
  • Employee Strategies (2/23): Review important employee related issues impacting your company;
  • Technology Strategies (3/9): Take a look at up-and-coming technologies and more.

Learn more.

MHEFI Call for Scholarships: Deadline 1/31/2023
The Material Handling Education Foundation, Inc. (www.mhefi.org) is an independent charitable organization that was established in 1976 with a mission to engage and attract students to the material handling, logistics and supply chain industry by providing financial support. The Foundation offers scholarship award opportunities to undergraduates who are pursuing a material handling, logistics or supply chain career. The student should clearly demonstrate dedication to achieving excellence, strong leadership skills, potential for future growth as a leader and persistence in the pursuit of education.


Scholarship awards range from $1,500 to $6,000 and must be used for costs relating to tuition, fees and books associated with attending school full-time. Learn more.

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MHEDA Releases New Podcast on Gender Differences & Women in Leadership

In the latest episode of the MHEDA Talks podcast, Host Shari Altergott, Chief Experience Officer of The CX Edge talks with Katie Yates, Equipment Distribution Manager at Carolina Handling, about gender differences in the workplace, benefits of a diverse team, women in leadership, the importance of mentors, and more. Listen now!

 

Expand Your Network

See You in Nashville! Register for the 2023 Convention: April 29-May 3

The theme for the 2023 Convention is “The Human Factor.” The program has been designed to help the material handling business community gain insight on how to better lead during disruption, burnout, supply chain challenges and inflation.


We have a great lineup of experts who will help you dig through what is impacting the modern workforce, and give you useful practical strategies to help move your team forward, in harmony. Learn more.

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Plan Out Your Year With MHEDA’s 2023 Calendar

Broken down by quarter, the MHEDA Calendar includes all high-level dates, from when you can expect The MHEDA Journal to the University of Innovative Distribution (UID) from March 13-16 to upcoming webinars. Take a look!

     
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    The supply chain world comes together to touch the future at ProMat 2023. Take advantage of 900+ exhibits and education sessions because ProMat 2023 is where you’ll find the more of everything, from illuminating education, to next-generation technology and equipment in action, to the latest equipment and systems solutions for your supply chain needs. Visit promatshow.com and join us March 20-23, 2023. With keynotes, networking, education, and product booths, ProMat is where manufacturing and supply chain innovation comes to life.

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    MHEDA at ProMat

    Plan to attend ProMat and visit MHEDA at Booth S3795 to pick up a MHEDA Member ribbon to affix to your show badge, visit with Board Members and MHEDA staff members, and learn about all we have planned for 2023. You’ll also be able to relax in the MHEDA Lounge and charge your cell phone!

     

    Also, if you'd like to attend the free MHEDA Networking Reception on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 from 4:30-6:00 p.m., please RSVP here.

     
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    Elevate Your Bottom Line

     

    eShipping’s Monthly Industry Update – December 2022

    Stay up to date on the latest news about industry metrics, trends and other takeaways. Learn more here.

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    Become an MVP/MVS and Stand Out from the Competition: Deadline Jan. 31, 2023 

    Earning an industry award provides third-party credentialing that shows your customers, employees and suppliers that you operate with outstanding business practices.

     

    MHEDA offers two award programs: the MVP Award for distributors and integrators, and the MVS Award for supplier and associate members. Both awards require companies to complete an application that covers key areas of business excellence, letters of recommendation, a company Give Back effort and documentation of involvement in continuing education.

     

    The 2023 award applications are available on the MHEDA website at www.mheda.org/awards, and the application deadline is Jan. 31, 2023. Awards are announced to the membership as they are awarded and through industry press in early 2023. This is an annual recognition program exclusively for MHEDA members. Please click here to see the list of 2022 Award winners.

     

    For questions about the awards or the application, please contact Katie Richards at krichards@mheda.org.

       
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      Member News

      What’s Your Story? Share Your Company News With MHEDA

      MHEDA members have the opportunity to share their company news, and MHEDA will share it with thousands of material handling professionals. It’s an easy way to stay up to date on the latest news about MHEDA members and the industry. Please tell us your news here!

      MVPs ANNOUNCED

      • All Lift Service Company - 9th Consecutive Year!
      • Eastern Lift Truck - 11th Consecutive Year!

      NEW HIRES AND PROMOTIONS

      • Bryan Gauger Promoted to President of Cisco-Eagle
      • PeakLogix Welcomes Pat Peplowski as VP of Business Development
      • VARGO® Welcomes Two New Employees to Software Support Team

      PARTNERSHIPS AND ACQUISITIONS

      • Duravant Acquires Multiscan Technologies

      ON THE MOVE

      • VARGO® Expands Cincinnati Office to Keep Up With Continued Growth

      AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

      • Carolina Handling’s Tracy Brown Receives Patriot Award
      • EnerSys® Receives the Richmond Chamber of Commerce’s Industry Award for 2022
      • Yale Honored for Lift Truck Technologies Designed to Support Safety, Productivity and Sustainability

      FEEL-GOOD NEWS

      • Toyota Material Handling Solutions Supports The Foodbank of Southern California
      • Toyota Material Handling Formalizes Partnership with Unique Nonprofit Anchor House
      • Trelleborg Wheel Systems Takes Action in Spain for a Better Future
      • Yale Honored for Lift Truck Technologies Designed to Support Safety, Productivity and Sustainability

      THIS AND THAT

      • VARGO® Improves Order Capabilities for Plus-Size Apparel Brand
      • Yale Empowers Operations to Set Their Own Standard With Highly Configurable New Lift Trucks
       
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      From The MHEDA Journal

      We hope you enjoy the latest issue of The MHEDA Journal, focusing on 2023 industry trends. Please learn more in the following story:

      • Tips for Tackling High Inflation

      To read past issues or to contribute content, please go to www.mheda.org/journal.

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      On the Bright Side

      “Tomorrow is the first blank page of a 365 page book. Write a good one.” – Brad Paisley

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