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January 15, 2023

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Welcome, New MHEDA Members!

The following companies have applied for MHEDA membership:

 

DISTRIBUTOR/INTEGRATOR

  • Industrial Forklifts, Denver, CO

MANUFACTURER-SUPPLIER/ASSOCIATE

  • A-Wall Building Systems, Cleveland, OH
  • Gates Corporation, Denver, CO
 

Educate Your Associates

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Cash Flow Strategies Kicks off 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 Approaching - 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. 


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.

Be on the Lookout for These Data Resources

February 1

  • The New Salary Data & Dashboard from Miller Resource Group will be released. Learn more here.

February 15

  • Participate in the annual benchmarking DSC Survey, which provides key insights into how high-profit firms generate better profit numbers. Learn more here. 
 

Expand Your Network

It will be a busy spring for MHEDA members leading up to Convention in April! Mark your calendars for the following upcoming events:

 

March 13-16
University of Innovative Distribution (UID)
JW Marriott, Indianapolis

 

March 20-23
ProMat 2023
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!

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April 29-May 3
MHEDA 2023 Annual Convention
For the first time in Convention history, we will be gathering in Nashville, affectionately known as “Music City.” We’ve planned a fun and productive event designed around the theme, “The Human Factor.” Gain insight on how to better lead during disruption, employee burnout, supply chain challenges and inflation. Register today!

    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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      Elevate Your Bottom Line

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      Time Is Running Out! 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 Kathy Cotter at kcotter@mheda.org.

       

       

      New 2023 3PL Industry Update & Outlook (Powerpoint)
      Learn more through this market research presented by Armstrong & Associates.

         
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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

        • AK Material Handling Systems – 13th Consecutive Year!

        • Arnold Machinery Company – 2nd Consecutive Year!

        • Concept Storage Solutions Ltd. – 6th Consecutive Year!

        • Conveyer & Caster-Equipment – 6th Consecutive Year!

        • Elite Material Handling – 10th Consecutive Year!

        • Riekes Equipment – 13th Consecutive Year!
        • Storage Solutions Inc. – 4th Consecutive Year!
        • Thompson & Johnson Equipment Co. – 7th Consecutive Year!
        • Warehouse1 – 11th Consecutive Year!

        MVSs ANNOUNCED

        • Advance Storage Products – 2nd Consecutive Year!
        • Cornerstone Specialty Wood Products, Inc. – 8th Consecutive Year!
        • East Penn Manufacturing Co. – 8th Consecutive Year!
        • Morse Manufacturing Company, Inc. – 8th Consecutive Year!
        • Worldwide Material Handling – 8th Consecutive Year!

        ADDITIONAL MEMBER NEWS

        • Hy-Tek Intralogistics Acquires Winchester Industrial Controls
        • Forkliftaction Recounts the Materials Handling Highs and Lows for 2022
        • Louis Coleman, Autoquip’s Sr. Director of Sales & Marketing Announces Retirement
        • Raymond West Makes Strategic Investment In Performance Plus Installations
         
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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:

        • Utilizing the MHEDA Compensation Dashboard

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

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        On the Bright Side

        “New year — a new chapter, new verse, or just the same old story? Ultimately we write it. The choice is ours.” — Alex Morritt

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