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ASA joins coalition partners in support of extension of PPP loan availability

April 1, 2021

The American Supply Association recently joined its more than 90 coalition partners in supporting an extension of the Paycheck Protection Plan loan availability that was due to expire March 31. The Senate overwhelmingly passed the bill 92-7, and earlier this week President Biden signed the bill into law.

The seller's journey

J.W. Wood Co. recently acquired by PACE Supply Corp. President John Wood reveals details behind the decision and process.

Natalie Forster

March 31, 2021

Merger and acquisition news continues to frequent the PHCP-PVF industry. Whether it be due to lack of exit strategy, financial reasons or just a desire to leave the business, making the decision to sell a company is no small feat.

Oatey announces promotions

March 30, 2021

Matthew Rodgers has been promoted to vice president, customer and technical support; and Scott Voisinet has been promoted to vice president, sourcing.

DiversiTech Acquires Fresh-Aire UV

March 30, 2021

UV-C light has been shown to reduce certain airborne and surface viruses, bacteria and mold.

Jeff Valles: What makes a good salesperson?

Showroom salespeople may not need to be the traditional sales personality.

Jeff Valles

March 29, 2021

The best profile for a showroom salesperson is not the high-energy type “A” personalities that focus on getting the sale.

Dan Holohan: What's not in stock?

Hear directly from the contractor what they want from your inventory.

Dan Holohan

March 26, 2021

I asked a bunch of heating contractor friends what was missing from their wholesaler’s stock and how they felt about that. They had some interesting things to say and I thought you might want to listen in.

ASA Education Foundation continues momentum with promotions and new hires

March 25, 2021

The ASA Education Foundation, providing industry-leading education and training services to ASA members, the PHCP-PVF industry and beyond since 1977, recently announced the addition of two team members.

Plumbing Manufacturers International joins Buy Safe America to advance INFORM Consumers Act

March 25, 2021

PMI joined with the Buy Safe America Coalition, a group of retailers, consumer groups, wholesaler-distributors and manufacturers, to support and advance the INFORM Consumers Act. Introduced in the U.S. Senate on March 23, the legislation is designed to protect consumers from counterfeit and stolen products sold online, which has become a growing problem.

Aaron and Co. announces new President

March 25, 2021

Aaron and Co. has announced the addition of Paul Martino as President effective March 1. Martino will succeed Barry Portnoy as president, who will stay on as CEO.