AHTD May 2026 Newsletter

May 2026

ASPs/Distributors: Benchmark Extension

"The AHTD Financial Benchmarking Survey replaces guesswork with reality. It puts your numbers next to companies your size and next to top performers who are quietly doing it better than you." Have you seen our teasers on LinkedIn? Check out Frank's full article here.

Contribute your data, gain valuable insights, and confidently plan for the future.

There is still time...complete by end of day today.

Learn more here.

ITR May Report - Growth Continues as Risks Persist

While goods-related spending remained comparatively weak, US Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) expanded in the first quarter, and business-to-business spending climbed to record highs.

Despite heightened uncertainty, geopolitical conflict, and some signals of weakness, most economic indicators are pointing to a mild rise ahead. Read the full report here.

Future Leaders Program: Call for Applications

Participants in AHTD's Future Leaders program gain the knowledge, tools, and community they need to lead with impact.

For those considering investing in YOUR company's rising talent, Brandon Guse, NOSHOK's Vice President of Business Development, offers this simple but impactful advice: "Invest the time and effort, and the returns can last a lifetime. The skills, relationships, and insights gained can extend far beyond the program itself, creating lasting value for both individuals and their organizations."

Read Brandon's full spotlight here, and click here to find out more about the program.

Is YOUR Intern Coordinator Ready for Summer?

The AHTD Intern Leadership Program equips interns with essential professional skills while giving coordinators access to a streamlined, high‑impact development experience. Through weekly online training from June to August, interns build capabilities in project management, presentation skills, team leadership, workplace readiness topics, and supports the coordinators with networking and access to leadership best practices.

It's time to prepare your team - register your interns today!

What's Up, Members?

As a member of AHTD, you’re tapped into a dynamic community of automation professionals. Check out some of these insights from our membership base.

Beijer Electronics releases X3 Extreme PCAP.
Cattron introduces the Tyro 2x2 specialized radio remote control system.
CITEL Inc. launches new DAC® US Series.
River Heights Consulting offers its Sales Skills Rubric & Coaching Tool for FREE!
Wachendorff Automation expands its absolute encoder portfolio with the WDGA 36S, featuring a screw-on flange and magnetic sensing.
Weidmuller USA's PrintJet MINI creates new era in mobile industrial labeling.

Have any company events or updates to share with fellow AHTD members in our "What's Up?" sections? Please send newsletter submissions to Heidi Wadzinski by the 2nd Friday of the month. Find guidelines and past newsletters here.

What's Up, Strategic Business Partners?

We're grateful for our Strategic Business Partners. These companies offer strategic products or services in the industrial automation distribution industry.

Epicor sums up their SM2026 Nashville experience.

Turn POS Data into Market-Level Insight with the Interlynx Market Scorecard.

MRA's 5-Minute HR Feed Podcast on employee development and the reduction of operational risk.

Refer a Member

Are you working with a company that fits the DNA of AHTD but hasn't yet become a member? Let us know who the next amazing member company could be by sharing contact information with us. AHTD's Membership Committee will take it from there.

For each and every new ASP member who fills out an application that is approved by the Board of Directors, the referring AHTD member company will receive complimentary dues for the upcoming year. Check out the details.