Register Now for MHEDA’s 2025 Emerging Leaders Conference

Register Now for MHEDA’s 2025 Emerging Leaders Conference

The Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA) invites material handling professionals to attend the 2025 Emerging Leaders Conference, taking place July 23rd -24th, 2025, at the Viceroy Chicago Hotel in Chicago, Illinois.

This dynamic event is designed for individuals who are looking to grow as leaders, improve team communication, and gain new tools to navigate workplace challenges. Attendees will experience an interactive atmosphere of learning, collaboration, and idea sharing among peers who are focused on professional development and leadership excellence. Highlights include:

  • Keynote Presentation by Ryan Avery – Leadership expert sharing practical strategies to build stronger teams, boost engagement, and lead with impact.
  • Trust & Negotiation Sessions with Pamela Barnum – Former undercover officer and prosecutor offering insights on trusted leadership and advanced communication techniques.
  • Interactive Learning Sessions – Tackle real-world leadership challenges with actionable tools and insights.
  • Peer Roundtables – Exchange experiences and ideas in small-group discussions with fellow professionals.
  • Bonus Virtual Sessions – New in 2025! Includes a pre-event LinkedIn masterclass with Brittany Neish and a post-event follow-up with Ryan Avery to apply what you’ve learned.

This event is ideal for professionals in the material handling industry on their leadership journey who want to build their skills and connect with others in the material handling community.

Registration is open! To learn more and register, visit www.mheda.org/emergingleaders.

About The Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA)

The MHEDA community is where industry professionals come to expand their network, strengthen their businesses, and elevate the material handling industry. Through educational programs, industry insights, shared best practices, and resources for every member, MHEDA is home to everyone in the material handling industry. Discover more about MHEDA and how we empower the material handling industry at www.mheda.org.

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