NAW SmartBrief
January 13, 2026
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TODAY'S HEADLINES

TOP STORIES
* QXO adds another $1.8B in funding, eyes major acquisitions
* Distributors should focus on execution to boost profitability
* Report: Tariff uncertainty continues to impact US imports
* Genoway succeeds McCulloch as president at Sonepar's North Coast
* A. O. Smith to expand water management with Leonard Valve deal
OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
* Integrating safety tech, training cuts forklift accidents
* Walmart to expand drone delivery to 150 more stores
SALES AND MARKETING
* Google unveils retail-focused AI shopping agents
THE BUSINESS LEADER
* Effective leadership balances kindness and accountability
* What to do if time blocking your day feels too restrictive
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