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Gain Insights From Other Wholesale/Distribution CEOs Who Have Walked a Similar Path
Running a wholesale/distribution company places you in a distinct group of leaders. While many executives find value in peer interactions, there’s a unique dynamic when leaders of similarly scaled wholesale/distribution companies exchange insights. There is a shorthand among such leaders, comprised of shared experiences, predictable challenges and, more often than not, hard-won solutions.
CEN (a division of Chief Executive magazine’s parent company) established this network to offer leaders of wholesale/distribution companies access to unbiased advice, fresh ideas, and support on pressing strategic, organizational, board, and personal leadership challenges.
It’s noteworthy that CEN members average 30% higher profit margins and more than 2x the growth rate of their industry peers. With CEN, you’ll refine your strategic, operational, and leadership techniques, ensuring your priorities are aligned for maximum impact.
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Jeff Evans
Former CEO, Will-Burt
“Advice from my CEN group led to a successful acquisition in Germany… our international sales grew from 5% to more than 50% in just 6 years.”
David Cox
CEO, The Bradbury Group
“There is nothing you face in your business that someone in the room hasn’t faced. Our company has tripled in size since I’ve become a member. I’ve never come back from a meeting without an actionable item.”
Rick McClain
President and Chief Operating Officer, Milwaukee Electronics
“A session that drove a more aggressive pricing strategy… impacted our profits by well over $100,000.”
Anthony Garcia
General Manager, ESPEC North America
“My group’s input on our ERP challenge saved us over three months so far and $50,000 in expenses.”
Todd Kilgus
President, Centracore
“My membership has helped me achieve year-over-year growth of more than 20%, a 15%+ increase in inventory turns… and a strong bench of ‘A’ players.”
Terry Lutz
Chairman & Former CEO, McClure Engineering Co
“I went to my first CEN meeting and walked out on fire. We now have 270 employees, soon to be 300, and I’m having more fun than ever. I attribute CEN for most of that.”
Andrew Warrington
President, United Conveyor Corporation
“In 15+ years with CEN… the network’s candid feedback and insights have profoundly impacted my companies and executive growth, generating millions of dollars.”
Bob Merrill
Former President & CEO, CraftMaster Manufacturing
“In one year, I have come to rely on CEN as an integral part of my management decision-making process. I can discuss issues in my business here that I cannot discuss anywhere else.”
Kyle Smith
Ph.D., Co-CEO, Reell Precision Manufacturing
“I’ve been a strong advocate for CEN. It’s been a very valuable tool to keep me fresh and invigorated as I “rub shoulders” with great leaders.”
Paul VanDuyne
PE, President & CEO, IMEG
“Being part of CEN’s peer group opens my eyes to other approaches and considerations toward overcoming business challenges that I otherwise would struggle with as an individual.”
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