Small Business Legislative Council (SBLC)

The Small Business Legislative Council (SBLC) is an independent, permanent coalition of trade and professional associations who share a common concern for the future of small business. See the SBLC and Legislative Updates Index.
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ERA Association Partners
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MRERF/IPA
The Manufacturers’ Representatives Educational Research Foundation (aka MRERF) is the creative energy behind educational programs offered by the Institute for Professional Advancement (IPA). ERA Commitment to Performance Academic Research Projects, professional certification programs and other resource development are provided by the Manufacturers’ Representatives Educational Research Foundation – MRERF. Click here for detailed information on programs offered through IPA-MRERF.
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EDS Summit
The Electronic Distribution Show (EDS) is a leadership summit and an important gathering of the movers, shakers and brightest minds that electronic component manufacturers, distributors and representatives have to offer. Click here for detailed information on EDS.

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ECIA
The Electronic Components Industry Association (ECIA) provides resources and opportunities for members to improve their business performance while enhancing the industry’s overall capacity for growth and profitability. From driving critical conversations and process optimization to product authentication and industry advocacy, ECIA is your trusted source for support, insight and action. Click here for detailed information on ECIA.

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MANA
The Manufacturers Agents National Association (MANA) has functioned as a horizontal organization for reps and their principals, offering membership to any firm that is willing to ascribe to our Code of Ethics. We feel that we’ve had a positive impact on the unique relationship that is the rep/principal method of going to market. While our sister associations also promote this business partnership approach to marketing, they have tended to do so on a targeted basis, expending their resources in a given industry or geographic market. MANA has, and will continue to focus on the broader picture of education, making its presence known at the state, national, and international levels. At the same time, MANA lends its support to these sister organizations and helps fund the Manufacturers’ Representative Educational Research Foundation (MRERF) in education regarding the profession. Click here for detailed information on MANA.