ERA
is a conduit linking electronics industry manufacturers and representatives. ERA exists
to benefit you - to advance the function and professionalism of
electronics manufacturers' representatives individually and as a
group, and to promote the benefits of outsourcing the field sales
function to multiple-line field sales firms.
ERA is a proven resource for ...
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... reps seeking professional development and looking to enhance sales skills - or those seeking information on field sales; |
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ERA University - This exciting service offers ALL ERA member firm personnel (and families) HUNDREDS of low-cost, ON-LINE courses to boost your knowledge, skills and professionalism; |
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Webinars - live, one-hour, interactive educational seminars designed for rep firm owners, presidents, managers and rep firm salespeople |
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FREE monthly Teleforums - monthly, one-hour, interactive forums that cover a variety of rep business and sales-related topics designed specifically for rep firm and manufacturer participants. |
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Certified Professional Manufacturers' Representative (CPMR) and Certified Sales Professional (CSP) programs, managed by the Manufacturers' Representatives Educational Research Foundation (MRERF) - also visit http://www.CPMR.biz ... |
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Commitment to Performance program through which ERA members pledge to their principals and customers that they will uphold qualitative professional standards; |
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... reps looking for a network between peers and principals; |
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Rep to Rep Bulletin Board - sales positions available (all users), agency sales & mergers and Field Sales Rep Resumes (ERA Members) |
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Special Interest Group (SIG) programs and Chapter activities; |
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The ERA Locator Rep Directory - an on-line directory of electronics industry reps, available 24-7 to manufacturers worldwide. |
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Lines Available - a weekly and instant listings of manufacturers seeking representation provided to ERA members; |
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... reps performing the difficult task of keeping up with new business philosophies, technologies and legal issues; |
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Publication library of informational and resource materials for both reps and manufacturers, including contracts and evaluation guidelines; |
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The Representor Magazine - The Voice of Multiple Line Selling in the Electronics Industry - a quarterly periodical of 36-48 pages produced for reps and manufacturers; |
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Monitoring of and Lobbying for State Rep Laws - is conducted in cooperation with other rep associations. Passing and/or updating state laws to protect rep commissions are an ongoing focus of attention; |
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Legislative updates |
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... reps interested in the latest sales and marketing tools, as well as access to experts in the industry; |
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Expert Access (Free Phone Consulting) - for legal, tax, professional field sales, insurance and public relations advice is available to members from ERA’s team of rep-savvy consultants; |
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Confidential Matchmaking Service - allows members who wish to buy, sell or merge a rep firm, find a sub-rep or form an alliance with other reps (within or beyond their territories) to advertise to fellow members via free, targeted e-mails, contact Tess Hill directly; |
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Customized Survey Service - provides members with the ability to easily create, transmit and tabulate Web-based surveys of customers, principals, distributors and/or employees. Staff assistance is included, and sample questionnaires are available for members to adapt for their own use; |
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Purchasing Programs - ERA delivers discounts to members on a wide array of business products and services through ERA Recognized Resources. |
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ERA membership ... ERA helps you better manage, understand and motivate your outsourced field sales force. Thank you for taking the time to read about just some of the ways ERA is a wise investment. |
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Please feel free to browse this web site to familiarize yourself with the ERA and its services to reps and manufacturers. Questions? Call 312-527-3050 or e-mail at info@era.org!
