Atlanta, GA — Oct. 9, 2026 — Piedmont Plastics, a leading wholesale distributor of plastic sheet, rod, tube, and film materials in North America, has been recognized by the International Association of Plastics Distribution (IAPD) for its investment in employee training, education, and professional development.
At the 70th IAPD Annual Convention + connecX in Atlanta, IAPD honored Piedmont Plastics and four other member companies with the IAPD Education Circle of Champions award. This distinction recognizes companies that have demonstrated outstanding achievements in educational programming and made valuable contributions to IAPD’s education and training initiatives.
During the convention's Thursday General Session on October 1, Piedmont received Silver Level recognition for its work to support employee education and growth. Through a variety of training and professional development initiatives, Piedmont continues to provide opportunities for team members to expand their knowledge, strengthen their skills, and advance their careers.
"Thank you to the Training Team and the countless subject matter experts who support the learning process and worked together toward this goal," said Chad Roberts, Director of Organizational Development at Piedmont Plastics. "We could not have accomplished this without a true team effort."
Since 2009, the IAPD Education Circle of Champions award has recognized member companies for their innovative educational initiatives and contributions to workforce development within the performance plastics industry. Piedmont is honored to receive this recognition, which highlights the collective efforts of its employees and the company’s ongoing focus on continuous learning.
About Piedmont Plastics
Established in 1968, Piedmont Plastics is a family-owned and operated performance plastics distributor with more than 50 years of industry experience. Offering an extensive selection of plastic sheet, rod, tube, and film, Piedmont provides tailored solutions across diverse industries, from custom cut-to-size services and fabrication to specialized film conversion.
With over 55 locations across North America, Piedmont delivers local inventory, value-added capabilities, and access to the top brands in performance plastics. For more information, visit our homepage.