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April 8, 2026, ECIA Newsletter
Member Insights Report: Trusted Industry Resources
What We Heard from You: Key Takeaways from ECIA’s February Member Focus Groups

In early February, ECIA brought together members for two virtual focus groups to discuss various topics for 2026 and beyond.
This article covers key take aways from ECIA’s February Member Focus Groups including core areas such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), in-person events, social media and industry resources.
Read the Member Insights Report - Focus Groups Feb 2026.
Executive Conference Sponsorship

Sponsorship Opportunities are OPEN!
The ECIA Executive Conference is the PREMIER Event for Industry Executives. The date for the 2026 Executive Conference is October 19-21, 2026, at the Westin O’Hare Hotel.
Your sponsorship will be visible to over 425 industry executives. The Executive Conference is attended by the industry’s top executives with 75% of the attendees being senior management and executives.
Fill out the form or check out the brochure! Registration opening soon.
Webinar: The AI Adoption Journey in Electronics: Where to Start, What to Scale

April 15 | 2 P.M. ET | Register Today
Join us for a webinar on this interesting topic! Where are you at in journey? Getting started and reinforced usage will be part of your culture. Let's go!
Panelists:
- Mike Swenson, MFC Group
- Alan Ahern, Crowley Associates
- Greg Engen, Contata
Register Today.
ECIA Welcomes Systems Data Manager
Monika Lamud Will Support Enhanced Website Functionality and Member Training
ECIA is pleased to announce that Monika Lamud is joining the Association. Monika is a systems and operations professional with a background in membership-based organizations, nonprofits, and enterprise environments.
Welcome, Monika!
Read the full press release.
ECIA Member Reception at EDS
Register Today!
You are invited to the ECIA Member Welcome Reception on Monday, May 18th at 3:00 pm. You can find us at the ECIA/TrustedParts.com booths in the Connections Café!
Visit the ECIA/TrustedParts.com booth to pick up your beverage ticket!
Join us for networking with ECIA leaders! We are looking forward to seeing you at EDS!
Questions? Email [email protected].
ECIA Suggestion Box for ECIA Programming
Drop a Note into Our Suggestion Box!
Help shape future ECIA programming! The ECIA Suggestion Box is open for your ideas—whether it’s webinar topics, event concepts, or industry issues you’d like addressed! We value your input and encourage you to share your thoughts with our team.
Do you want to give feedback about the association in general? Share your ideas with the ECIA Suggestion Box.
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.
Visit the stats and insights drop down menu on our website for more information.
Member of the Week
Founded in 1968, Future Electronics is a worldwide leader in electronic components distribution and is recognized as one of the most respected and innovative companies in the industry today.
Headquartered in Montreal and operating in 159 locations in 44 countries around the world, Future Electronics has earned an impressive reputation for providing outstanding service and developing efficient, comprehensive global supply chain solutions.
Offering the industry’s highest level of overall service, including customer-specific programs and processes, and worldwide e-commerce support, the company’s mission is always to Delight the Customer®.
In 2024, Future became a WT Microelectronics company, now dual-headquartered in both Montreal, Canada and Taipei City, Taiwan.
Future Electronics has been an ECIA member for 34 years. ECIA thanks Karime Yasmine and Anthony Alberga for their years of service with EDS, the ECIA councils, and the Board.
Contact Info:
Electronic Components Industry Association
310 Maxwell Road, Suite 200, Alpharetta, GA 30009
678.393.9990
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