Networking Opportunities
Stay in touch with the Master of Industrial Distribution (MID) Program. We schedule events throughout the year as an opportunity for former students to meet with each other and with our faculty and staff. For more information and contact information updates, please contact the MID office at (979) 458-3145 or mid@tamu.edu.
Keep in touch with current and former MID Classmates through our LinkedIn group. Join now!
Newsletter
All current and former students receive a quarterly newsletter. If you are not receiving it, please update your email address with Steve Ebel (sjebel@tamu.edu).
MID Ambassadors
Become an MID Ambassador!
Former students who are interested in participating in recruitment and marketing for the MID program are encouraged to join our MID Ambassadors. Members will represent the MID program at industry conferences, host MID-sponsored events with their companies, and be available for prospective students to ask questions and discuss their experience in the MID program.
Want to become an ambassador or nominate a fellow former student?
Please contact Steve Ebel, Associate Director of Recruitment, by email sjebel@tamu.edu or phone 979-458-3145.
Recent Events
The MID program offers multiple opportunities to network and socialize with your fellow students. Current, former, and prospective students are welcome to join us for Happy Hours throughout Texas or our Annual Reunion held in Aggieland.
Former Student Testimonials
Pierre Brown, MID '22 - Regional Director of Distribution, Ashley Global Retail - "I am proud to announce I am starting a new role as a Director of Operations. The MID program was paramount in this next career move."
Brian George, MID '22 - Captain, USAF, 96th Bomb Squadron - "The MID program allowed me to step out of my comfort zone, prove to myself I can excel in projects outside my norm, and work with some of the best individuals I have ever met."
Jason Price, MID '22 - Project Materials Manager, McDermott International - "My decision came down to an MBA or MID. After a phone call with a close family member and fellow graduate of the MID program, I saw the benefits of getting a specialized degree without compromising the knowledge learned from an MBA."
Greg McMillian, MID '22 - HVAC Sales Customer Rep. Owner Direct, Johnson Controls - "From lawyer to MID grad, I transformed my career through the MID program."
Ashley Pointon, MID '23 - Subcontract Management Staff, Lockheed Martin - "JUST DO IT! Do not put off thinking that there will be a better time in your life to get it done. There is never a better time than now to invest in yourself and tackle a program like the MID degree - which is geared directly towards working professionals."
Brett Socha, MID '22, MBA - US strategic and key account manager, ChampionX - "I set out to become more diversified in providing value to my company, and the MID program provided that path. Now I can help improve things from an operation side while also successfully managing sales.”
Ron Price, MID '18 - Regional Sales Vice President, W.W. Grainger, USA - "The MID program greatly helped me because it showed my organization about my commitment for the company and helped accelerate the process through improved performance.”
Brad Vance, MID '16 - Manager, Professional Services – business consulting lead, Epicor Software, Dallas, Texas - “The MID program gave me the tools and enhanced my skill set to grow professionally and personally. I am a better contributor in my organization for having my MID degree.”
Rick Knubley, MID '12 - HI&I industry manager, Brenntag Southwest - "The blend of academia and real-world experiences far exceeded my expectations and allowed me to be successful in future positions!"
Janine Clunn, MID '19 - Manager, Technical Marketing, RS Americas - "The support you have from the MID faculty and fellow teammates is outstanding and the experience you will take with you is life-changing through the knowledge you gain, the Aggie network you become a part of and the lifelong friendships you will gain."