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11/07/2017
The Al Hoffman Memorial Scholarship
December 22th Deadline - Apply Today!
SHDA Announces The Al Hoffman Memorial Scholarship
Supported by the Ben Silver Fund
for the 2018 University of Innovative Distribution
Distributor middle management professionals seeking career advancement in the distribution field are encouraged to apply for the SHDA Al Hoffman Memorial Scholarship valued at $1,095 to attend The University of Innovative Distribution (UID) program, scheduled for March 11-14, 2018 at the JW Marriott Hotel in Indianapolis, Indiana. Participants will pay for their own travel, hotel and some meals. This is an incredible opportunity for distributors to identify their future leaders and provide them the education that will enhance their skills and contribution to your company and the industry.
Download the Scholarship Application
Al Hoffman, founder and Past President of SHDA was for many years, a leading figure in the security hardware industry. His two major goals were to help distributors grow and increase their profitability and to provide a forum for educational for member of our industry. To recognize one of his mentors, Ben Silver, Al suggested the formation of the Ben Silver Fund. To recognize the great contributions of Al Hoffman, a scholarship has now been created in his name to underwrite the University of Innovative Distribution tuition to allow an SHDA distributor employee to participate in this annual program. This scholarship is a testament to Al’s belief and work on behalf of promotion education for the security hardware industry
The program, slated for March 11-14, 2018 at the JW Marriott in Indianapolis, IN, has been hailed as outstanding by SHDA members who have previously attended. The scholarship application including all requirements is enclosed. All applications from security hardware distributor employees must include a recommendation letter from the President/Owner of their employer. Applications will be reviewed by the SHDA Ben Silver Trustees, who will make the scholarship receipt selection and advise candidates of the outcome in mid-December.
The UID program is a wonderful four-day educational experience for professional distribution management personnel. Participants create their own curriculum that will earn them Continuing Education Units that can be applied towards earning a Professional Certificate in Innovative Distribution. The course content is provided by a team of the most widely respected experts in the distribution discipline. Topics range from sales planning, negotiating skills, leadership, delegation, and inventory management to branch management.
DEADLINE EXTENDED!
Please fax or mail all applications with related materials to the SHDA office by January 10, 2018. If you have any questions please email SHDA Executive Director, Amy Luckado or call 410-940-6346.
