Upcoming Webinars

NBMDA is proud to offer year-round, innovative, webinar programming that speaks to our mission. Bookmark this page as it will be updated regularly with information about upcoming learning opportunities.

AI-Driven Success: NetSuite Solutions for Building Materials Distributors

Thursday, August 21 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. CT

Presented by: NetSuite Solutions

Discover how NetSuite’s AI-embedded, cloud-based business suite streamlines operations, enhances visibility, and drives growth for building materials distributors. Learn about exclusive member benefits, real-world use cases, and how NetSuite’s continuous innovation keeps your business ahead of the curve.

What You’ll Learn:

Exclusive NBMDA Member Benefits:
- Access special pricing, streamlined support, and a network of industry peers.

AI Embedded Across the Suite:
- See how NetSuite’s built-in AI tools—like intelligent item recommendations, anomaly detection, and automated reporting—boost productivity and decision-making.

Unified Business Processes:
- Learn how NetSuite connects finance, sales, operations, HR, and more in a single, integrated platform.

Built for Building Materials Distribution:

Explore features tailored for your industry: inventory management, demand planning (MRP), purchasing, production, and more.
Seamless Upgrades & Customization:
- Stay current with automatic updates, forward-compatible customizations, and a robust ecosystem of SuiteApps.

Real Customer Success Stories:
- Hear how other distributors are leveraging NetSuite to optimize cash flow, empower employees, and deliver superior customer experiences.

Beyond Thank You: Actionable Strategies to Appreciate, Support, and Retain Your Drivers Year-Round

Wednesday, September 3 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. CT

Presented by: Lindsey Trent, President & Co-Founder, Next Generation in Trucking Association; and Leah Shaver, President & CEO, National Transportation Institute

Truck drivers are the backbone of the supply chain—and the key to your company’s success. Yet too often, appreciation for their hard work is limited to a single week each year. In this dynamic, solutions-focused webinar, two industry leaders will share how to turn National Truck Driver Appreciation Week into a launchpad for year-round recognition, engagement, and retention.

Lindsey Trent brings her expertise in building workforce pipelines, connecting companies with future talent, and creating a culture of respect for drivers. Leah Shaver contributes decades of experience in driver compensation, recruiting, and retention, backed by exclusive NTI data and industry research. Together, they’ll explore the human and business impacts of driver appreciation—and give you actionable tools to strengthen loyalty and reduce turnover.

Whether you operate your own fleet or partner with carriers, you’ll walk away with fresh, practical ideas you can implement immediately to show your drivers they are valued, respected, and essential.

What You’ll Learn:

Proven, creative ways to celebrate drivers during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week.
Low-cost, high-impact strategies that make appreciation part of your company culture.
How recognition efforts directly improve driver satisfaction, engagement, and retention.
Data-driven insights into pay, benefits, and programs that matter most to drivers.

Who Should Attend:
Fleet managers, HR leaders, operations teams, logistics professionals, and anyone seeking to strengthen driver relationships and retention.

Unlocking Opportunities: What is Career Technical Education and How You Can Get Involved in Your Community

Tuesday, September 23 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. CT

Presented by: Lindsey Trent, NextGen Trucking

Curious about how education and industry can work together to solve workforce challenges? Join us for a powerful and eye-opening webinar hosted by the Next Generation in Trucking Association as we explore Career Technical Education (CTE)—what it is, why it matters, and how you can make a meaningful impact in your local schools and communities.

CTE is more than just shop class—it's the gateway to high-demand, high-wage careers for students and the future talent pipeline for industries like trucking, logistics, and diesel technology. In this session, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the structure of education in America, how CTE programs are funded and built, and where the trucking industry fits in. Whether you’re a company leader, HR professional, or passionate advocate for youth and workforce development, you’ll leave equipped with real strategies and resources to support career education pathways.

Next Gen Trucking will guide you through:

The current state of education and why CTE is essential now more than ever
How trucking and supply chain careers are being integrated into school programs
Tangible ways you or your company can get involved—from classroom visits to advisory boards
Stories of real impact from across the country

Don’t miss your chance to learn how you can help steer the next generation toward successful, purpose-driven careers—starting in your own backyard.

Who should attend:
Trucking and logistics professionals, industry leaders, HR and talent development teams, workforce board members, and anyone interested in supporting the future of education and industry.

Beyond Delivery: Ensuring On-Site Execution Excellence in Building Materials Distribution

Tuesday, October 14 | 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. CT

Presented by: DispatchTrack

In building materials distribution, success isn’t just measured by whether the product arrives. It’s measured by whether the right product gets delivered to the right place, at the right time, and installed or staged exactly as required. That last part—the execution on site—is where even the best delivery plans can fall apart.

For NBMDA members, growing operational complexity, varied job site requirements, and a mix of delivery teams and 3rd-party contractors make consistent execution a major challenge. In this webinar, we’ll explore how distributors can go beyond basic delivery tracking to ensure flawless job site performance using structured, repeatable workflows.

Join us to learn how leading distributors are using DispatchTrack’s Service Compliance Forms to:

Guide drivers and field teams through critical job-site tasks with digital checklists
Standardize delivery execution across branches, drivers, and partners
Minimize rework, reduce customer disputes, and drive repeatable excellence

You’ll walk away with practical strategies for improving visibility, accountability, and quality at the point of delivery—because in building materials distribution, getting the materials there is only half the battle. A delivery isn’t truly successful until the job is finished on site, exactly as promised.