2016 calendar - mheda - Material Handling Equipment Distributors

2016 CALENDAR
MHEDA has a variety of programs, services and events designed to help you
succeed. Take a moment to review our 2016 calendar and see all we have to offer.
• Only have an hour to spare? Register for a webinar. Can’t make the
webinar time or date? They are recorded and available on-demand.
• Want to network with local material handling professionals? We have
three regional summits planned.
• Looking for the full MHEDA experience? Join us at our annual
convention in National Harbor, Maryland….just minutes from DC.
Beyond what’s listed below, we also offer additional networking, benchmarking,
recognition and discounted business services. We encourage you to make the
most of your Membership in 2016!
Questions? Contact MHEDA at 847-680-3500 or connect@mheda.org. Details
will be available throughout the year at www.mheda.org.
JANUARY 1
The MHEDA Journal
Regional Networking Summit
JUNE 15 Minneapolis, MN
Hosted by MHEDA Member AK Material
Handling Systems
This is a unique opportunity to network and learn
with others who live/work in the same area of the
country.
1st Quarter Issue Available
JANUARY 4 Employee Compensation Survey Begins
Participate in the Employee Compensation
Survey and receive a free copy of the report.
Survey concludes on March 4.
JANUARY 21 JULY 1
The MHEDA Journal
ix Regimens that are Vital for Material
S
Handling Sales Professionals (Webinar)
Learn six regimens that will help you achieve
your sales goals. Includes: Prospecting,
Evaluation of Accounts, Pre-Call Planning
and more! Presented by Don Buttrey, Sales
Professional Training, Inc.
3rd Quarter Issue Available
JULY 14
Bringing Women into the Industry, Changing the
Game (Webinar)
Understanding how to sell to, buy from, work with
and recruit women are important topics for anyone
in business. Presented by Judy Hoberman, Selling In
A Skirt
FEBRUARY 15
DiSC Survey Begins
Participate in the Distributor Statistical
Comparison Survey and receive a free copy
of the report. Survey concludes April 15.
JULY 28
FEBRUARY 25 Regional Networking Summit
City of Industry, CA
Hosted by MHEDA Member Papé
Material Handling
This is a unique opportunity to network and
learn with others who live/work in the same
area of the country.
MARCH 6-9 University of Innovative Distribution
Indianapolis, IN
JW Marriott Indianapolis Hotel
UID is sponsored by the leading distribution
professional associations, in cooperation
with the Department of Technology
Leadership and Innovation of Purdue
University. Over 40 sessions to choose
from. Co-sponsored with AEA.
MARCH 10 Permitting: Challenges and Opportunities
for Value Added Services (Webinar)
Learn how to help your customer through
the process and protect your business at
the same time. Learn questions to ask,
documents to prepare and more. Presented
by MHEDA Member Scott Hennie, Elite
Supply Chain Solutions
SEPTEMBER 15 Effective B2B Marketing Using Today’s Technology
with
61st Annual Convention
& Exhibitors’ Showcase
(Webinar)
Join internationally-recognized author and CNN
guest commentator Jamie Turner as he takes you
on an information-packed tour of some of the more
effective B2B lead generation techniques. Presented
by Jamie Turner, 60-Second Communications
SEPTEMBER
Forklift Dealership Management 101 Conference
Rosemont, IL
21-22
April 30 – May 4, 2016
Gaylord National Resort
National Harbor, Maryland
4th Quarter Issue Available
OCTOBER 13
How the Presidential Election Will Impact the
Economy (Webinar)
Uncover the key issues that may help you to
understand the path of the US and world economy
and how the outcome of the election will matter.
Presented by Raymond D. Hill, Senior Lecturer,
Goizueta Business School
2nd Quarter Issue Available
APRIL 5
MODEX 2016 – Atlanta, GA
Georgia World Congress Center
MHEDA will be exhibiting. Stop by and
say hello! This is a MHI event.
Connections Summit – Atlanta, GA
Georgia World Congress Center
Planning on attending MODEX? Join us
for an afternoon of interactive learning and
networking with other MHEDA members.
OCTOBER 20
Rental & Used Equipment Management
OCTOBER 27 APRIL 5
Member Networking Reception at
MODEX - Atlanta, GA
You are invited to our FREE networking
reception. RSVP at www.mheda.org/modex.
Conference - Rosemont, IL
Crowne Plaza Chicago O’Hare
This is a one-day best practices conference for Rental
and Used Equipment Managers. Learn strategies to
maximize your profitability.
Regional Networking Summit - Charlotte, NC
Hyster-Yale Group, Inc. – Customer Experience Center
This is a unique opportunity to network and learn
with others who live/work in the same area of the
country.
NOVEMBER 17The Role of the Technician in Today’s Marketplace
(Webinar)
Learn how to leverage every interface between the
customers and dealership personnel. Presented by
MHEDA Member Dave Baiocchi, Resonant Dealer
Services LLC
APRIL 18
Employee Compensation Report
Published and Available
APRIL 30 – MHEDA’s 2016 Annual Convention &
Exhibitors’ Showcase
MAY
4
Gaylord National Resort – National
DECEMBER 1
MAY 19
The Customer Care Experience (Webinar)
Learn the fundamentals of creating a
culture built on service, consumer behavior,
and continuous improvement. Presented
by MHEDA Member Tony Sartin, Hytrol
Conveyor Co., Inc.
DECEMBER 15
JUNE 1
DiSC Report Published and Available
Harbor, MD
MHEDA’s 61st Annual Convention theme is
“Passion with Purpose.” Get ready to get
inspired and meet hundreds of your peers!
Crowne Plaza Chicago O’Hare
As the next generation transitions into management
roles at your dealership, they will need operational
training. This new one and a half day conference
will provide industry specific insight on how to run a
forklift dealership.
OCTOBER 1
The MHEDA Journal
APRIL 1
The MHEDA Journal
APRIL 4-7
Emerging Leaders Conference – Chicago, IL
Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel
This conference is designed for young material
handling professionals who want to enhance their
leadership skills. Co-sponsored with MHI.
Deadline to Apply for the 2017 MVP Award
Is your dealership a cut above the rest? Apply
for the MVP Award and get the recognition you
deserve! Exclusively for MHEDA Distributor Member
Companies.
Deadline to Apply for the 2017 MVS Award
Do you want a new way to brand your excellence
in the material handling supply chain? Apply for
the MVS Award and get recognized. Exclusively for
MHEDA Supplier Member Companies. Please note, programs and dates are subject to change. If you
have questions about any of the programs listed above, visit
www.mheda.org or call 847-680-3500.
FREE PROGRAMS & SERVICES
Included with Your MHEDA Membership
BUSINESS EDUCATION
Free!
Customer Service Training. This free online video training program specializes in
supplying proven service skills and techniques which translate into higher revenue, lower
customer turnover and reduced stress on your customer service representatives. Each
program is 10 to 30 minutes in length, totaling over 6 hours of training.
Email Matters – The Art of Better Service. New in 2016: MHEDA is offering free email
etiquette online courses. Learn tips on a variety of topics including: Writing with Conviction,
Handling Irate Customers, Confidentiality and more.
Access your free training (over $300 value!) now through December 1, 2016 at www.mheda.org/freetraining.
NETWORKING GROUPS
Free!
MHEDA-NET
Turn to MHEDA for your professional networking
needs by joining a MHEDA-NET group. It’s an easy and free way to enhance your
professional growth and maximize your MHEDA connections. Details available
at www.mheda.org/networking.
• Discuss industry best practices
• Participate in a confidential sounding board
• Get matched based on your professional networking needs
BENCHMARKING REPORTS
Free!
As a MHEDA Member, you have exclusive access to material handling industry specific
distributor benchmarking reports. Get the insight you have been looking for to help your
management team plan for the challenges and opportunities ahead. If you participate in
the surveys, you will receive the reports for FREE ($400 Value!). Details available online at
www.mheda.org.
Employee Compensation Report
See how your company compares to others in the areas of: salaries, bonuses, perks,
sales compensation plans, holiday pay and healthcare. A valuable business tool for your
HR department.
DiSC Reports (Distributor Statistical Comparisons)
Looking for financial information specific to your line of business and can be used as a guide
in your future financial planning? Results profiled in this report are based on operating data
provided by MHEDA members across the country.
RECOGNITION AWARDS
Free!
MHEDA’s annual MVP (Most Valuable Partner) and MVS (Most Valuable Supplier)
Award Programs are a tangible way for distributors and suppliers to demonstrate
their commitment to business excellence. Learn more at www.mheda.org/awards.
INDUSTRY NEWS
Free!
Each quarter MHEDA publishes “The MHEDA Journal” and on the 15th and 30th of the month we release an e-Newsletter,
“The MHEDA Connection.” These news mediums provide Members with insights as to what is happening in the industry.
Access the magazine at www.themhedajournal.org. Have a story you want to share? Contact the editor Steve Guglielmo at
sguglielmo@naylor.com.
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Business Education
Annual Convention
Networking
Benchmarking Reports
Recognition Awards
Industry News
Learning Management System
And More!
NEW! Learning Management System
On-Demand Education for Material Handling Professionals
Exciting news from MHEDA: We launched a new online Learning Management System (LMS) to provide you with a modern way to train your employees
and track their learning progress. A variety of training resources including videos, webinars and course reading material. Depending on if you want
individual courses or the entire career track, the prices range from $39 to $399.
Career Tracks
Career Tracks are a compilation of
hundreds of courses that will help
you improve your business skills in
designated areas. Eleven career tracks
are available:
• Senior Management
•Senior Management
Industrial Truck
• Sales Management
•Sales Management
Industrial Truck
• Sales Professional
• Rental Asset Management
• Inside Sales or Customer Service
• Parts and Service Manager
• Installation Manager
• Service or Installation Technician
• Project Manager
Archived Webinars
Search recorded webinars presented
by industry experts and your peers.
Conference Videos
MHEDA presents a variety of live
conferences every year, many of which
we record. Access the presentations
from the comforts of your laptop or
mobile device.
Questions? Call 847-680-3500 or
email connect@mheda.org.
www.mheda.org/LMS