June 22, 2022 ECIA Newsletter
 

Welcome New Members!

Five component manufacturers, two distributors and two manufacturers’ reps added to roster of component channel industry leaders.

ECIA is pleased to announce that nine new companies have joined the association: C C Electro Sales Inc. and Pipe-Thompson Technologies Inc. are manufacturers’ representatives. Chief Enterprises LLC and Eastern States Components, LLC. d/b/a ES Components are distributors. Linx Technologies, PHYTEC America LLC, Rose Batteries, Skyworks Solutions, Inc., and Traco Electronic AG are component manufacturers. 

Read the full press release.


New Podcast Episode

NAM Chief Economist Chad Moutray discusses current trends with ECIA’s Dale Ford 

ECIA’s newest ‘Channel Channel’ podcast is an in-depth and thoughtful discussion between ECIA Chief Analyst Dale Ford and National Association of Manufacturers (NAM)’s Chief Economist, Chad Moutray. This wide-ranging discussion between two seasoned industry experts reveals a wealth of insights into the volatility that has become a permanent factor for strategic planners in the post-pandemic economy. The two discuss the impact of supply disruptions, the positive signs for manufacturers, what’s really happening behind the scenes, whether a recession is baked into the forecast, workforce challenges, how the U.S. is doing in comparison with the rest of the world and much more. 

Listen to the episode.


ECIA Research and Analysis

ECIA offers its members insight into the industry and a variety of market trends information. Members can log into the website and visit the Stats & Insights page to access an increasing number of statistical reports. Some are available to the public, some to members and others are only accessible to those who participate in the survey. 

New Reports Available:

  • TPC Semiconductor Market Survey – May 2022
  • North America Weekly IP&E Components Index – Week 23

Visit the stats and insights page for information on these reports. 


Global Industry Practices Committee (GIPC) News

ECIA is pleased to announce that John Barrington has joined the GIPC.

John Barrington is the VP of Marketing for Powell Electronics. He has worked in the electronics industry for close to 40 years.

The Global Industry Practices Committee (GIPC) provides a forum to discuss processes in the authorized channel that drive best practices within our industry. The GIPC members on this committee work to identify common global problems and issues, formally organize with Subject Matter Experts to research the issues, provide guidance and areas for consideration, and then help drive adoption with the ECIA Board of Directors and Councils. 

Read the full press release.


Executive Conference

Become a sponsor or exhibitor! 

The Conference offers personal access to industry experts, ample time to discuss important issues and critical networking opportunities. Spotlight your company by becoming a sponsor. The dates for the 2022 Executive Conference are October 23-25. 

Several sponsorship levels are available or support a particular event or session.

  • Exhibit Booth
  • Tuesday AM Break
  • Session: Lynn Torrel – Building Resilient Supply Chains
  • Session: Cliff Waldman – Economic Outlook
  • Gold
  • Silver
  • Bronze

Have an item you might want to sponsor? Bring us your ideas! Contact Stephanie at [email protected] for more information or visit the sponsorship page.


Member of the Week 

We are pleased to announce Electro Sonic – A Master Electronics Company as ECIA’s Member of the Week! Electro Sonic is Canada's leading full-service electronic and electrical component distributor and has been building partnerships with Canadian businesses for 70 years. They specialize in developing customized programs and services to suit our OEM and MRO customers' needs. Electro Sonic’s commitment is to stock a complete range of components from the more than 400 world-class manufacturers they represent. 

Electro Sonic Group has been an ECIA Member for 45 years! ECIA is so thankful for the many years of membership. 


 

 Contact Info:

Electronic Components Industry Association
310 Maxwell Road, Suite 200, Alpharetta, GA 30009
678.393.9990