WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW) is proud to announce that Uline, one of North America’s leading distributors of shipping, industrial, and packaging products, is the recipient of the 2026 Distributors Deliver Award. This prestigious award recognizes forward-thinking wholesaler-distributors that demonstrate industry leadership, robust community engagement, and a transformative commitment to innovation in the distribution sector. Liz Uihlein, Founder and President of Uline, will accept the award on the company’s behalf at the 2026 NAW Institute Gala on January 27 in Washington, D.C.
Uline is being honored for its extraordinary contributions to the distribution industry, its role as a major economic engine across North America, and its strong commitment to community partnership. From New York City to the Imperial Valley in California, Uline is devoted to helping our communities. Whether picking up trash on the side of the road, supporting local food drives, or generously donating to early educational programs, Uline employees recognize the value of giving back.
“Uline’s commitment to operational excellence, economic growth, and community stewardship exemplifies what it means to deliver for America,” said Eric Hoplin, President & CEO of NAW. “We are proud to honor Uline with this year’s Distributors Deliver Award.”
“Uline has been a proud member of NAW since 2008, and I am honored to accept this recognition on behalf of the entire Uline team,” said Liz Uihlein. “2025 has been a challenging year for our industry as we navigated supply chain disruptions and ever-changing tariff policies. Through it all, Uline has remained committed to exceptional service, strong values, and supporting our employees and the communities where we live and work.”
About Uline
Uline is one of North America’s leading distributors of shipping, industrial and packaging materials. Headquartered in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, the company has grown to over 9,800 employees serving businesses across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Uline has remained a family-owned company committed to providing legendary customer service, high-quality products and the fastest delivery in the industry.
About NAW
The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW) is one of America’s leading trade associations, representing the $8.2 trillion wholesale distribution industry. Founded in 1946, NAW includes national, regional, and state employers of all sizes, as well as industry trade associations and stakeholders across every distribution sector. The industry employs over 6 million workers nationwide and accounts for nearly one-third of U.S. GDP. Learn more at www.naw.org.
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