Modern Distribution Management has published the fourth installment of its "Meet NAW's 2026 Women in Distribution" series, continuing the annual recognition program run with the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW).

The series profiles women holding leadership roles at wholesale distribution companies across the United States. NAW and MDM select honorees annually, and the 2026 class is being introduced in successive parts, with the fourth group now disclosed.

What is the program?

The Women in Distribution recognition highlights executives, managers and rising leaders working in wholesale distribution — a channel that spans industrial, construction, electrical, plumbing and related verticals. Each installment presents short profiles of the named honorees and their roles within their organizations.

Why does it matter for distributors?

Leadership recognition programs of this kind serve as a benchmark for talent development in a channel where succession and bench strength remain persistent concerns for independent distributors. NAW, the industry's main trade association, uses the series to raise the visibility of women in an ownership and management community that has historically been male-dominated.

The 2026 series will continue with additional parts as NAW and MDM roll out the full honoree class through the year.

Looking ahead

Distributors tracking the full 2026 cohort can expect further installments from MDM as the association completes the rollout of this year's honorees.