Calendar of Events
Download the 2023 MHEDA calendar at a glance. Programs and dates subject to change.
No dates for benchmarking reports are currently scheduled. Check back soon for updates.
Annual Financial Report
DiSC Report. This is a financial study that provides key insights into exactly how the “high-profit firms” generate better profit numbers. Survey usually open from February to May.
Biennial Compensation Report
Employee Compensation & Benefits Report. This a study that reviews distributor executive and employee compensation and benefit programs including salaries, bonuses and perks. Survey usually open from January to March every other year.
Past Event Recordings and Recaps
How Sales and Marketing Can Work Together to Close More Deals
May 19, 2023Duration: 46:03
Sales and marketing have historically been at odds with one another. “Give us more leads!” sales says. “We gave you leads, how about you actually close them!” marketing responds. Without […]
Thank you for attending the MHEDA 2023 Convention!
May 15, 2023Duration: 03:29
The Human Factor is hundreds of material handling industry professionals coming together in person for a few days to connect, learn, and share. Thank you to the nearly 700 MHEDA members […]
Macroeconomics: Commodity and Input Prices
May 11, 2023Duration: 43:38
Volatile commodity prices made it difficult for the distribution community to predict input costs and manage budgets since the start of the pandemic. The fallout of this volatility included squeezed […]
Macroeconomics: Inflation and Interest Rates
April 14, 2023Duration: 46:11
The US economy is firmly on the back side of the business cycle. Further deceleration lies ahead, but the severity and longevity of the downturn is uncertain. Does a recession […]
The Importance of a Multi-Channel Marketing Program
April 7, 2023Duration: 53:21
Just like diversifying a financial portfolio, it’s best to have an omnichannel approach when it comes to marketing. This means making sure you’re present, active, and engaged across multiple channels. […]
DSC 101: How & Why to Participate in this Benchmarking Survey
March 14, 2023Duration: 29:11
Are you curious about the DSC Survey but unsure what it entails? This presentation shows how to use this benchmarking tool and why members see value in participating. You will […]