2022 IDCO Principals Conference

The Don CeSar 3400 Gulf Boulevard, St. Pete Beach, FL, United States

IDCO Leadership Conference The strategic focus of our leadership conference is: •   Building competitive advantage now and preparing for emerging competition •   Strengthening member’s internal growth and processes •   Improving IDCO’s value to members and suppliers •   Sharing best practices and strengthening our network With over 60 executives from independent distributors across the U.S., the IDCO Leadership conference brings together the best independent minds in the industry. IDCO members leave the conference better prepared for the challenges their businesses face every day. Basic Agenda* Tuesday, October 11 All day:              Early arrival & registration Wednesday, October 12 All day:              Arrival & registration 8 am:                 IDCO Board of Directors meeting 5:30 pm:           Welcome reception & dinner Thursday, October 13 8 am:                  Member meeting 11 am:                Spouse outing 5:30:                   Dinner & reception Friday, October 14 8 am:                  Member meeting 12 pm:                Meeting adjourns *This is a basic agenda and is subject to change.

2023 IDCO Expo

Louisville Marriott Downtown 280 W Jefferson St., Louisville, KY, United States

What to expect at the IDCO Expo: One-on-One Meetings Attendees will have up to 25 meetings to strengthen relationships and drive strategic selling opportunities. Networking Chat with old friends and new colleagues during dinner, tabletop tradeshow, and more! Recognition of Top Members and Suppliers Who won Supplier of the Year and Member of the Year? Who are the top-performing suppliers and members in IDCO? Who are the IDCO University scholars?

Discover TerreMax Liquid Handling Products

Learn about our newest supplier, TerreMax, a leading US manufacturer of top-quality polypropylene cam & groove couplings, ball valves, fittings, and more.

IDCO U 101: Tips and Tricks for Optimal Learning

Dive into the essentials of IDCO U with this informative webinar. Discover how to navigate the platform efficiently, maximize the benefits of our diverse courses, and employ effective learning strategies tailored for industrial distribution topics. Whether you're a newcomer or a seasoned user, gain insider tips to elevate your educational experience on IDCO U. Join us and harness the full potential of your learning journey!

CareerPlug: Turning Applicants into Hires

Join us to learn how CareerPlug can help you leverage job boards and custom sources to generate applicants, increase interview schedules, and convert applicants to hires.

PT Coupling: Proper Fitting and Selection (Part 1)

Presented by Brent Lilly, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, and Richard Kirtley, National Sales Manager Post-Hose Safety Week, PT continues the important safety topics with “Proper Fitting Selection” (Part 1 of 2 presentations). Brent Lilly, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, and Richard Kirtley, National Sales Manager, combine nearly 60 years of experience in the hose and fitting industries. Brent and Richard will walk through the basics of selecting the correct PT domestic fitting, by material and shank designs, for your hose and the method between crimping and banding to attach the fitting to the hose.  

PT Coupling: After the Fitting Selection (Part 2)

After you review the webinar “Proper Fitting Selection” (Part 1), PT will continue with “After the Fitting Selection” (Part 2 of 2 presentations). Brent Lilly, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, and Richard Kirtley, National Sales Manager, combine nearly 60 years of experience in the hose and fitting industries. After the hose and fitting have been selected and the method of fitting attachment, Brent and Richard will walk through specialized PT safety products to ensure overall safety with your hose assembly and American-made products your customers will love for their assemblies.