About NAW

The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW) is the Washington, DC-based trade association that represents the wholesale distribution industry. NAW is active in these areas: government relations and political action; research and education; and group purchasing. In addition to NAW, the association operates the Wholesaler-Distributor Political Action Committee, the NAW Institute for Distribution Excellence, and the NAW Service Corporation.

NAW encompasses over 100 national line-of-trade associations, representing virtually all products that move to market via wholesaler-distributors; Approximately 30 regional, state, and local wholesale distribution associations; Approximately 40,000 wholesale distribution companies, most of which belong to one or more of NAW's national, regional, state, and local associations; and 85,000 wholesale distribution company personnel.

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Inside NAW

Membership Applications

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Legal and Privacy Statement

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Member Associations

NAW encompasses over 100 national line-of-trade associations. Click below for a complete list.

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Annual Report

NAW Annual Report

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NAW News

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NAW has exceeded my expectations and is probably one of the best values for the money that we've invested in a long time.

W.Grady Rosier,
Pres/CEO McLane Co.

NAW’s political operation is vast and powerful, tackling issues from healthcare reform to taxes.

The Hill Newspaper