We enhance the ongoing success and profitability of our member companies and related constituencies by creating and providing high quality products, services and information, including: •Public policy advocacy •Industry education, training and career development •Research, analysis, and information on markets, economic and business trends, and performance benchmarks •Events and opportunities that enhance networking, facilitate business-to-business interaction and cooperation, and cultivate sources of capital and finance •Information and tools to facilitate electronic commerce and to improve the use of technology to enhance internal operations •Knowledge and assistance in understanding and enhancing the evolving role of distributors in our markets.