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Warehousing Education and Research Council
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Charlotte, North Carolina 10,543 followers
WERC provides distribution logistics professionals with the knowledge, skills and connections they need to succeed.
About us
The Warehousing Education and Research Council provides distribution logistics professionals with the knowledge, skills and resources they need to excel at work, advance their careers, and make a difference in the world. Founded in 1977, WERC is the only professional association focused on serving the needs of warehousing and distribution logistics professionals. Now powered by MHI, the association helps practitioners stay at the forefront of innovation, master best practices and establish valuable professional relationships. WERC members have access to exclusive resources that help them stay on top in this dynamic and challenging sector. These include national, regional, local and online educational events; original research; performance metrics for benchmarking; expert insights; and multiple opportunities for peer-to-peer knowledge exchange. In an increasingly complex world, warehousing, distribution and fulfillment professionals make sense of things, so that people get their products and services, companies deliver on their commitments, economies grow and communities thrive. WERC powers these distributions logistics professionals. Our Mission WERC helps our members and their companies to succeed by creating unparalleled learning experiences, networking opportunities and access to research-driven industry information. Our Vision WERC exists to lead the warehousing industry, advance warehousing science and develop competitive advantage for both individuals and corporations.
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http://www.werc.org
External link for Warehousing Education and Research Council
- Industry
- Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1977
- Specialties
- warehouse, distribution, logistics, supply chain, education, benchmarking, and metrics
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8720 Red Oak Blvd
Ste 201
Charlotte, North Carolina 28217, US
Employees at Warehousing Education and Research Council
Updates
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At the MHI Spring Meeting & WERC Annual Conference in Jacksonville, Tyler Gillum, Head Coach of the Savannah Bananas, shared what it takes to build a championship culture. One standout takeaway: “Do for one that you wish you could do for many.” By listening closely and responding creatively, leaders can create experiences that have a lasting impact.
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John Frehse of Ankura officially kicks off the WERC Annual Conference today in Jacksonville with tips on how to become a better leader by prioritizing authenticity. Introduced by WERC Conference Committee Co-Chair Mel Alwood, the session set the tone for a week focused on workforce, innovation, and the future of warehousing and distribution.
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The 2026 Industry Hangout lineup is here ⭐ Great networking with industry professionals across North America! June 17: Boston, MA | https://lnkd.in/eqkY9C4K July 23: Rosemont, IL | https://lnkd.in/e-qszH92 August 20: Toronto | Registration Coming Soon October 14: Charlotte, NC | Registration Coming Soon WERC members can learn more at werc.org/events
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More automation. More systems. More complexity. So who's in charge? Agentic AI may be the answer. Our newest MHIview video explores how it can act as the central orchestrator in today's fast-moving warehouses. Watch the full episode: https://ow.ly/PZsG50YZ3Ao
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If you're looking to improve safety and support automation, this MHI Supply Chain Tech Talk details how modern storage rack systems can help you achieve your goals. Join experts from the Rack Manufacturers Institute (RMI) to learn more about storage infrastructure, as well as hear about their R-Mark Certification Program. 🗓️ May 26 | 12:00 PM ET Register now: https://ow.ly/xZlh50YXRWl Learn more about RMI: https://ow.ly/imtz50YXRWi
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Our next Industry Hangout is headed to Boston. Connect with other industry professionals for a great evening of networking. Cambridge, MA | June 17 | 6-8 PM ET MHI & WERC Members can register here: https://lnkd.in/eqkY9C4K
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Warehouses are becoming faster and more automated, but as technologies multiply, coordination has become a real challenge. Our MHIview video explores how Agentic AI can act as the orchestrator. Watch the full episode now: https://ow.ly/mBLu50YYXi4
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WERC 2026 starts THIS SUNDAY! The conference brings together an extraordinary gathering of logistics practitioners, leaders, and innovators shaping the future of warehousing. You don't want to miss being part of this group. Learn more about #WERC2026 and register today: https://ow.ly/TWYy50YXEXb
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