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Put AI in distribution on your stage

Keynotes and panels from the Proton team on agentic AI in distribution, with real examples from 100+ distributors and where to start.

The keynote reel
Seen atNAWADHARDIISAGAWDANAEDPTDAUniversity of Innovative DistributionTexas A&M University+ your event

The talks

What we talk about

  • Agentic AI in distribution

    What AI agents do in a distributor's day, like drafting quotes, flagging churn and prepping calls, and where your people stay in charge.

  • Real use-cases, real numbers

    What 100+ distributors automated first, what moved revenue, and what flopped. Case studies with the ROI math shown.

  • How to get started

    Where to start with your own data and ERP, and how to scope a first pilot that pays for itself inside 90 days.

The speakers

Who’s on stage

  • Benj Cohen

    Benj Cohen

    Founder & CEO

  • Ben Dwyer

    Ben Dwyer

    Head of Forward Deployed Engineering

  • Alex Sterchele

    Alex Sterchele

    Product Manager

  • Jesse Filipi

    Jesse Filipi

    VP Product & Customer Success

Texas A&M Industrial Distribution

Backing the next generation of distribution leaders

Texas A&M runs the largest industrial distribution program in the U.S. Proton supports the program and the students who will go on to run sales, operations and branches across the industry.

Texas A&M University

From the back of the room

What audiences say

  • NAW
    “Benj's contagious enthusiasm — paired with thought-provoking content — has inspired numerous billion-dollar distribution leaders to level up their sales strategies with AI.”
    Trish LillyExecutive Director, NAW AEC
  • Distribution Strategy Group
    “Benj brings a unique and astounding vision of how advanced technology & AI fit practically in traditional wholesale distribution. He has much to impart to any audience of distribution execs and operators.”
    Jonathan BeinManaging Partner, Distribution Strategy Group
  • CIPH
    “Benj has an acute awareness of distributors' challenges. His presentations about winning with artificial intelligence are thought-provoking and timely. Benj arms his audiences with actionable strategies for adapting to shifting B2B buyer expectations.”
    Ralph SuppaPresident, Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating
  • MDM
    “Benj added a ton of value to our SHIFT Conference with practical insights on AI. His unique ability to connect with the audience, deep industry knowledge and panel moderation helped attendees understand what can often be a complex and jargon-heavy topic.”
    Tom GaleCEO, MDM

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