NAW SmartBrief
August 12, 2025
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TODAY'S HEADLINES

TOP STORIES
* Imperial Dade, BradyPLUS to merge into a $10B distributor
* US imports drop as retailers react to tariff uncertainty
* Trump's tariffs raise material costs for roofing industry
* OmniCable names Wade Buick as SVP of distribution, operations
* Builders FirstSource joins new NYSE Texas as founding member
OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
* Coupa app helps firms navigate trade uncertainties
* Supplier diversity as a resilience strategy
* How FTZs can help combat tariff volatility
SALES AND MARKETING
* Emerging trends that are shaping content marketing
THE BUSINESS LEADER
* Leaders should trust their instincts in age of AI
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