The Power of Partnerships
In today’s dynamic business environment, strong partnerships are more critical than ever. This episode of Table Trends explores how material handling companies are building and maintaining meaningful relationships with key stakeholders — from OEMs and vendors to customers and internal teams. Guests discuss the importance of proactive communication, shared values, and consistent follow-up to ensure every partnership is built on trust and mutual success. Strategies include involving partners in regular team meetings, hosting lunch-and-learns, and empowering sales teams to build personal connections.
The conversation also dives into the unique challenges of balancing loyalty and alignment within protected trade territories and how successful companies are working “hand in glove” with OEMs to stay competitive and responsive to market demands.
Featured Guests
- Jeannette Walker, CEO, MHEDA
- Nate Storey, President, Storage Solutions, Inc.
- Van Clarkson, President, Fairchild Equipment
- Lori Palmer, President, REB Storage Systems International
Whether you’re an integrator, dealer, or supplier, this episode offers valuable insight into how relationship-building is fueling growth and resilience across the material handling industry.
