January 2009              return to newsletter contents page

16th Anniversary of University of Industrial Distribution

AVDA is a proud co-sponsor of the University of Industrial Distribution (UID) celebrating 16 honored years of education in the distribution industry. UID is a concentrated educational program focused on the unique needs of wholesale distributors. AVDA is one of over thirty wholesaler-distributor associations that sponsor this event. Known worldwide for excellence in education, UID is sponsored by the leading distribution professional associations, in cooperation with the Industrial Distribution Program and Indiana University/Purdue University. AVDA’s co-sponsorship of UID 2008 means that, as an AVDA member, you can register for the program at the Association Member price—a savings of $470 per person. The 2009 course will be held March 8 - 11 at Indiana University/Purdue University in Indianapolis, Indiana. Click here to view the full brochure.

If you are looking for an opportunity to improve personal performance and your company’s bottom line, UID is for you. Hundreds of CEO’s, branch managers, sales & marketing managers, purchasing managers, operations managers, inventory managers and manufacturer personnel working with distributors have increased their knowledge and effectiveness through UID. This unique “track” format of UID offers something for everyone. Take advantage of this great AVDA membership benefit and the opportunity to network with your wholesale-distributor peers in other industries by registering for UID 2009.

Professional certification in Industrial Distribution is now available to UID participants. Awarded by Purdue University, this professional certificate recognizes an individual’s achievement and commitment to continuing education. Past UID attendance can be applied towards this certification. Click here for more information.

Online registration is open now. Visit the UID website, www.univid.org to register. Register early, the last six sessions have sold out.