AD Electrical Division Honors Excellence At 2024 Meeting
The 2024 AD North American Meeting for the Electrical Division concluded with resounding success at the Hyatt Regency Downtown in Chicago.
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| Awards honoring individuals and organizations whose innovation, dedication and commitment exemplfy the values of AD were recognize during the 2024 AD North American meeting for the Electrical Division in Chicago. |
More than 1,100 industry leaders from across North America gathered for the 2024 AD North American Meeting for the Electrical Division at the Hyatt Regency Downtown in Chicago.
The meeting served as an opportunity for dynamic discussions, strategic planning and a celebration of the entrepreneurial spirit that drives electrical distribution forward. Attendees departed energized and optimistic to continue driving the electrical industry toward new heights in 2025.
It marked the first AD meeting for a total of 94 new members and suppliers.
A highlight of the event was the Spirit of Independence Awards Dinner, where the achievements of outstanding members and suppliers were recognized. This year’s awards spotlighted individuals and organizations whose innovation, dedication, and commitment to excellence exemplify the values of AD.
Notable honorees included Schaedler Yesco and Cuny & Guerber for being welcomed into the prestigious Centennial Club, and Hubbell Corp., which was named the 2024 AD Electrical North American Supplier of the Year.
“This year’s award winners have set a new benchmark for excellence in our industry,” said Karen Baker, AD’s Independent Electrical Supply Division president. “Their commitment to innovation and collaboration truly embodies the AD spirit and culture. They inspire us all to aim higher.”
Special recognition also went to Eckart as U.S. Member of the Year, O’Neil Electric Supply Ltd. as Canada Member of the Year, and Alianza Electrica as Mexico Member of the Year.
Green Mountain Electric and Cooper Lighting Solutions partnered together to win the Best Conversion to an AD Supplier Award. Nine Best Workplace Recognitions were distributed to Atkore; Electric Supply & Equipment Co.; Leviton Canada; Hubbell Canada; IEWC; nVent; Bell Electrical Supply; Risoul; and Bricos.
Other standout honors included the 2024 AD Electrical Best Marketing Planning & Execution Award, presented to Bartle & Gibson and Leviton Canada, and the 2024 AD Giving Back Award, given to Encore Wire Corp. for their extraordinary contributions to their local community.
AD’s divisional leadership expressed their admiration for the winners and their impact on the industry.
“Canada continues to be a driving force within the AD community, and the accomplishments of O’Neil Electric Supply Ltd. and our other Canadian winners reflect our shared vision for growth, partnership, and success,” said Kristen Yong, vice president of AD Canada.
In addition, Juan Carlos, vice president of AD Mexico also cited the pride in the celebration of Mexico’s member of the year.
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