PTDA foundation logo 350px

PTDA Foundation accepting nominations for 2025 Leadership Awards

Listen to this article

Nominations Open for the Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award and Robert K. Callahan Advancing Leaders Award Until June 13

The PTDA Foundation is now inviting nominations for its Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award and Robert K. Callahan Advancing Leaders Award.

The Wendy B. McDonald Woman of the Year Award recognizes a woman at any stage of her career who has made meaningful contributions to her company and the PT/MC industry throughout the past year. This award is presented annually, based on merit. Learn more about the award and download a nomination form at ptworkforce.org/McDonaldAward.

Established in 2021, the Robert (Bob) K. Callahan Advancing Leaders Award honors young professionals who demonstrate a commitment and ambition to grow within the PT/MC industry. Learn more about the Robert K. Callahan Award and download a nomination form at ptworkforce.org/CallahanAward.

Nominations for each award are due by June 13. Both awards will be presented at the Industry Summit at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country in San Antonio, Texas on October 24.

The PTDA Foundation, whose work is funded solely by donations, was founded in 1982. Its core purpose is to champion education, outreach, and research initiatives relevant to the PT/MC industry that enhance industry stakeholders’ knowledge and/or professionalism and productivity.

Magazine & eNewsletter

Printed Monthly Magazine

Published monthly, Material Handling Wholesaler offers feature columns and special coverage of relevant industry issues and products.

Digital Monthly Magazine

Published on the fourth Thursday of each month, Material Handling Wholesaler offers feature columns and special coverage of relevant industry issues and products.

Material Handing Wholesaler Weekly Newsletter

Our Weekly newsletter is emailed every Tuesday and contains the latest Industry Events and People News, Source Directory, and important Industry Links.

Forklift International Weekly Hot Sheet Newsletter

Published every Monday morning with the latest material handling equipment
available for sale.

Share the Post:

Related Posts

Our Current Issue

Magazine & eNewsletter

Our magazine is published and mailed monthly, Material Handling Wholesaler offers feature columns and special coverage of important industry issues. 

Weekly Newsletter – Get the latest industry events and people news in this weekly e-newsletter as well as direct access to Wholesaler’s Source Directory and link.

Current Supplements







Steady Hands in Shifting Sands: Maintaining Your Dealership’s Edge

Listen to this article In the September issue, we typically cover the latest developments in finance, rental, and leasing, providing…

Caldwell launches custom lifting beam with LGH

Listen to this article A new lifting beam that enables forklifts to more efficiently carry longer loads is now in…

Fed holds rates steady amid diverging views; Manufacturing outlook remains strong

Listen to this article The Federal Reserve held the federal funds rate steady at a target range of 4.25% to…

Seeking Nominations: 25th Salute To Women in Material Handling Cover Story

Listen to this article Do you know an exceptional woman making an impact in the material handling industry? Material Handling…

The PTDA Manufacturer-Distributor Idea Exchange evolves as the largest direct networking event for PT/MC Channel Partners

Listen to this article In response to demands for more effective tools for accelerating supply chain relationships, the Power Transmission…