New PTDA Program Offers Low-Cost, High Value Networking
Chicago, Ill.—June 16, 2010—Responding to member
demand for low-cost networking opportunities, the Power Transmission
Distributors Association (PTDA) launched the new Nexus Series –
specialty networking groups that meet monthly over the phone to help
executives share and promote knowledge.
Offered as an exclusive member benefit, the Nexus Series was tested
by a group of sales managers in 2009/2010 and is now offered in four
functional areas.
Robert Korb, vice president of sales for OTP Industrial Solutions,
shared his experience with the test group.
“Our monthly sales forum teleconferences have provided me with
many good ideas and supported several of our company's sales initiatives
during the last eighteen months. I have been pleased with the
straightforward and positive exchange of information among noncompeting
distributors throughout the U.S. During our industry's constantly
changing and challenging business climate, it is reassuring to discuss
with my sales peers how they are coping and redirecting their companies
to success.”
The Nexus Series is ideally suited to managers seeking new ideas and
input on current initiatives. Participants tap the brainpower of their
peers on monthly hour-long calls. A professional third-party facilitator
ensures everyone has a chance to raise their issues and share their
experiences. PTDA members can join one of four groups:
- Sales Management Circle: A venue for upper
management of small to mid-sized distribution firms to share ideas on
motivating your sales force, differentiating your firm from your
competitors and turning sales leads into orders.
- Human Resources Circle: Strategize on recruiting
qualified people, implementing retention strategies, developing current
employees and managing the cost of healthcare.
- Purchasing Circle: Share ideas on contract
negotiations, the global supply chain and in-sourcing.
- Operations Circle: Discuss strategies for managing
inventory, increasing productivity and boosting on-time
performance.
Learn more about the program at www.ptda.org/NexusSeries.
Calls begin in September 2010.
Founded in 1960, the Power Transmission Distributors Association
(PTDA) is the leading association for the industrial power
transmission/motion control (PT/MC) distribution channel. A
U.S.-based trade association, PTDA represents 198 power
transmission/motion control distribution firms that generate more than
$10 billion in sales and span 3,500 locations in North America and 11
other countries. PTDA members also include 187 manufacturers that
supply the PT/MC industry.
PTDA is dedicated to providing exceptional networking, targeted
education, relevant information and leading-edge business tools to help
distributors and manufacturers meet marketplace demands competitively
and profitably. For more information, visit www.ptda.org.
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