Electrical Distributors' Association (EDA)
Founded in 1914, the EDA is the trade association for electrical wholesale distributors in the UK. The EDA supports and represents UK wholesalers, that join as Members, with Affiliated Membership open to manufacturers, solution providers and service providers.
Years awarded: 2022
Region: London
Size: 1-49 employees
Sector: Construction and engineering
Inspiring learning through engaging content
Themes: Talent pipeline / Career pathways; Upskilling
Topics: Bespoke training
This not-for-profit trade association for the UK electrical wholesale sector addressed the lack of specialist training for member organisations through a programme which offered high quality textbooks and accreditation. The training has been completed by 1400 learners, with businesses accessing the programme increasing from 25 organisations in 142 branches in 2018 to 69 organisations in 297 branches in 2020.
News and case studies featuring EDA:
Celebrating 46 UK organisations who have outstanding workplace training programmes with HRH The Princess Royal
London, Thursday 8th December: On Tuesday 6th December, Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, welcomed 46 organisations to Banqueting House in London to celebrate successfully achieving a Princess Royal Training Award for their commitment to training and...
Outstanding workplace training programmes recognised in HRH The Princess Royal’s training awards
HRH The Princess Royal, President of City & Guilds, awards employers with outstanding training and skills development programmes which have been proven to have significant positive impact on their business or their staff More apprenticeship programmes have been...