Technology Leader Panel:
How AI Can Drive Sales, Productivity and Profits

On-Demand

On this panel, industry experts share the transformative power of AI in sales.

This session explores:

  • How AI can be leveraged within ERP, CRM and ecommerce platforms to streamline sales operations and drive sales growth.
  • How AI can create highly personalized product recommendations, driving higher engagement and conversion rates online and offline.
  • How AI can reduce administrative burden so that sales teams can focus more on selling.

We also share real-world examples from distributors of all sizes who have already started using AI in their sales processes. 
 
Whether youre new to AI or looking to enhance your existing plans, this webinar provides actionable insights to help you harness the power of AI and drive tangible results in your sales operations.

Panelists

Chris Van Ittersum

Chris Van Ittersum, SupplyMover

Michael Delgado

Michael Delgado,
Canals AI

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Thank you to our sponsors:

supplymover and canals logos

About our panelists:

chris van ittersum

Chris Van Ittersum

CEO, SupplyMover

Chris Van Ittersum, the CEO of SupplyMover, brings two decades of experience as a critical ally for SMB distributors navigating a landscape long challenged by poor innovation and technical advancement. SupplyMover powers sales teams from 2 to 2,000 in improving client relationships, increasing profit and leveling the playing field with large national distributors.

Chris’s commitment extends beyond delivering superior software; he's a partner in growth, ensuring that every distributor is equipped to thrive in a competitive market. His vision and dedication have not only changed the operational capabilities of SMBs but have also reshaped their potential to succeed against difficult odds. 

Michael Delgado

Michael Delgado

Co-Founder & CEO, Canals AI

Michael Delgado is Co-founder and CEO of Canals AI, a leading workflow automation company that brings the power of artificial intelligence to wholesale distribution. Founded in 2022, Canals uses AI to automate critical processes, save time, and reduce errors for sales and accounting teams, leading to a better end-customer experience. Its flagship product supports sales order entry. Before Canals, Michael was CEO of Vested, a financial marketplace providing retail investors access to venture capital investments. He also spent nearly four years as Chief Legal Officer and Head of Product at Willing, an estate planning startup acquired by MetLife. Before entering tech, Michael worked as a corporate attorney for a large Wall Street law firm. He earned his law degree from Harvard and a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from the University of Miami. Michael lives in Miami with his wife, two daughters and dachshund.

About our host:

Ian Heller

Jonathan Bein, Ph.D.

Managing Partner, Distribution Strategy Group

Jonathan Bein Ph.D. has worked with over 100 distributors to apply advanced analytics and AI to improve customer experience, define value proposition, estimate sales potential and create digital strategy.