NAW SmartBrief
December 1, 2025
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TODAY'S HEADLINES

TOP STORIES
* US business inventories flat in Aug. amid strong sales
* Benco Dental groups core businesses under 1930 Ventures
* Distribution Solutions appoints Sean Dwyer as SVP, head of M&A, strategy
* City Electric Supply names Blair Feidler co-CEO as Andrew Dawes retires
* Orgill names Sharmeelee Bala as chief digital, information officer
OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
* CRE mortgage loan originations up sharply in Q3
* Tips for maintaining warehouse floors during winter
SALES AND MARKETING
* Nearly half of B2B marketers prioritize AI tools for 2026
THE BUSINESS LEADER
* Don't overlook gratitude as way to motivate your team
* Survey: Distributors see 4.7% growth for 2026
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