AD Electrical – Canada Welcomes Jennifer Eastman as Director, Member Engagement

AD Electrical – Canada Welcomes Jennifer Eastman as Director, Member Engagement

AD is pleased to announce that Jennifer Eastman has joined AD Electrical – Canada as the division’s new Director, Member Engagement. Eastman brings over 30 years of experience in the electrical market, offering an array of expertise in building strong partnerships and delivering outstanding support to the independent distributor community. In her new position, Eastman will be responsible for helping to ensure members’ awareness of AD programs and facilitating the understanding and adoption of AD’s various services. She will also maintain a focus on recruiting new members and suppliers to the division, managing key relationships, driving purchasing power to support AD suppliers, and advocating for AD’s Electrical – Canada independents.

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