Since 1935, Electronics Representatives Association (ERA) has provided educational resources, publications, programs and services for reps and manufacturers.

Chicago, IL
Joined December 2012
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This week, ERA's Executive Committee met in Orlando to plan, strategize and chart the path forward! Their dedication, leadership & vision makes all the difference. Huge appreciation to the entire Executive Committee!
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Let's connect in Munich! ERA will be at electronica 2026 — come visit us at Hall C6, Stand 160! Say hi, let your feet rest, charge your electronics and talk shop with ERA National - Edward Smith, Ama Omari Derringer and Kate Van Hise. See you there!
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**Announcing 2027 ERA Conference Keynote Speaker!** A former fighter pilot and combat veteran, Col. Nicole Malachowski will open the Conference with her keynote presentation, “Harnessing Headwinds: Successfully Navigating Change and Adversity." lnkd.in/e-JiHF-F
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What an incredible 3 days of learning, growing and leveling up at ERA STEP 2026! 🎓 To all our STEP 2026 graduates: Go out there, put these winning tools into practice and keep driving the electronics industry forward!
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💡 Day 2 of STEP 2026 was an *incredible* day of learning. Today’s sessions covered: Using LinkedIn for Sales, Jake Hall-- Leadership & Influence, Shane Zutz -- Sales Tools & Technology, Rob Brunson Looking forward to what Day 3 brings...
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What a fantastic start to STEP 2026! We kicked off Day 1 with three dynamic sessions: -Understanding the Electronics Industry: Past, Present and Future -Fueling High Performance through Culture -The 9 Habits of Extreme Productivity Thank you, STEP speakers and audience!
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Join us for ERA LIVE tomorrow at 4:00 pm ET! 🗓️ Tues., Sept. 22 | 4:00 EDT 📍 Live / Virtual 🎟️ Open to all—no registration required! 👤 Panelists: Jeff Bade – Budde Marketing ; John Hutson, Macinnis Co.; Ed Smith – ERA CEO 👇 Join: [lnkd.in/enEaaD4Y]
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Registration is OPEN for ERA's three flagship events! -STEP is ERA's virtual sales training, Sept. 29-Oct 1. [lnkd.in/ewZJ6wQn] -COLT, Dec. 1-3. [lnkd.in/ec9EHfu] - ERA Conference, Feb. 21-23. [lnkd.in/e-w4_WHq]
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⏰ REGISTRATION DEADLINE APPROACHING! STEP 2026 takes place in two weeks! Don't miss these dynamic sales training sessions , presented by a mix of professional trainers and industry heavyweights. Register: [lnkd.in/ecmgxxqf] View sessions: [lnkd.in/eKFbFwNT]
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Registration is now open for ERA's Chapter Officers Leadership Training (COLT) program on Dec. 1-3! COLT is a virtual training series that is fun and collaborative, focused on effective chapter management and planning. *Sign up: [lnkd.in/e5J9fcug]
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Seriously though, look at this STEP 2026 line-up! ⬇️ Sales tech and tools, productivity, social selling on LinkedIn, leadership without a title, the DNA of top sellers...& more! ✅Full agenda (lnkd.in/e-mkzYew) ✅Register (lnkd.in/ecmgxxqf)
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Missed yesterday's ERA LIVE with Sam Richter, who told us all about SearchLink.ai's newest upgrades? Not to worry, we record all ERA LIVE sessions for future viewing. ⏩ WATCH: [lnkd.in/e7Fu3JqX] ⏩ ERA LIVE playlist: [lnkd.in/e2dsDKSy]
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Join host MRERF and trainer Bryan Shirley, CPMR on Sept. 21–22 in Chicago for the Grow Sales with Reps Seminar! Date: Sept. 21–22, 2026 Location: Hilton O'Hare | Chicago, IL Learn more: lnkd.in/edQ788gM Enroll now: lnkd.in/ejKf-q4W
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Annelise McCarthy is back for STEP 2026! She’ll be delivering two high-impact sessions designed to level up your communication and leadership: Don't miss the chance to learn from one of the best in the business. Sign up today: [lnkd.in/ecmgxxqf]
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Registration and sponsorships are OPEN for the 2027 ERA Conference! Join us Feb. 21–23 in Austin for the electronics component sales industry’s premier event. -Sign up: [lnkd.in/eSzjmznK] -Sponsor: [lnkd.in/eJnma2nZ]
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The Summer 2026 issue of The Representor is officially live! 📖✨ ✅ Read the digital issue: [lnkd.in/emhBRWE] ✅ Read interactive PDF version: [lnkd.in/ejERkBN6]
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ANNOUNCING TWO MORE STEP 2026 SESSIONS! How Winners Win: Exploring the DNA of Today’s Top Sales Performers Unlock the Power of LinkedIn for Sales Growth -Session info: [lnkd.in/eKFbFwNT] -Register today: [lnkd.in/ecmgxxqf
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Did you miss last week's ERA LIVE - feat. Dennis Reed from Edgewater and Mike Budde Jr. from Budde Marketing Systems? Not to worry, we record all ERA LIVE sessions for later viewing! ▶️ WATCH: [lnkd.in/eutFmSj4] ▶️ ERA LIVE playlist: [lnkd.in/e9-_2y2u]
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A NEW ERA LIVE is tomorrow! Join us as Dennis Reed from Edgewater Research gives us a mid-year market & economic update, and Mike Budde Jr. from Budde Marketing Systems will talk about the recent acquisition by Orbweaver. Log-info & details: [lnkd.in/evdwbNEj]
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