Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how distributors operate, serve customers, and compete in a changing market. From demand planning and pricing to customer experience and workforce productivity, AI is moving from experimentation to execution.

In this program, Jonathan Bein, Ph.D., Managing Partner of Distribution Strategy Group and Brian Hopkins, Chief Operations Officer of Distribution Strategy Group examine the current state of AI in distribution. You will get a practical view of where AI is delivering real value today, where adoption is still emerging, and what leaders should be planning for next.

This session cuts through the hype to focus on real-world applications, lessons learned, and strategic implications specific to wholesale distribution.

You will learn:

• How distributors are currently using AI across sales, operations, supply chain, and finance.
• Which AI use cases are driving measurable efficiency, growth, and decision-making gains.
• Common challenges with data, integration, and organizational adoption.
• How AI is changing roles, workflows, and expectations across distribution teams.
• Practical guidance for building an AI roadmap aligned with business priorities.

Who Should Attend

• Distribution executives and senior leaders
• Technology, digital transformation, and IT leaders
• Operations, supply chain, and logistics professionals
• Sales, marketing, and customer experience leaders
• Anyone responsible for evaluating, implementing, or scaling AI initiatives in distribution

Join Distribution Strategy Group for this timely discussion and gain insight into how AI is being applied across the distribution industry today, plus what it means for your organization tomorrow. 

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About our sponsor:

About our speaker:

Jonathan Bein, Ph.D.

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Jonathan Bein Ph.D. has worked with over 100 distributors to apply advanced analytics and AI to improve customer experience, define value proposition, estimate sales potential and create digital strategy.

Brian Hopkins

Chief Operations Officer, Distribution Strategy Group

Brian Hopkins is recognized for his expertise in customer service and operational efficiency within the industrial distribution sector. His career trajectory showcases a series of impactful leadership roles, marked by innovation and strategic growth.