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title: New Virtual Certificate Programs Enhance Skills in Pricing, Inventory, and Channel Alignment
description: Enhance your skills in pricing, inventory, and channel alignment with NFPA's new virtual certificate programs. Join the free webinar to learn more.
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# [New Virtual Certificate Programs Enhance Skills in Pricing, Inventory, and Channel Alignment](https://www.nfpa.com/news/actvantage)

 Written by [Elexus Comyne](https://www.nfpa.com/news/author/elexus-comyne) | Jul 14, '26

*Pricing, Inventory & Channel Alignment Certificate Programs - Overview*  
*July 31, 2026 | 10:00 - 11:00AM CT*  
[*Virtual Delivery*](https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_iRbylOD7QC6S4zjvYWnECw#/registration)

NFPA has partnered with [ActVantage](https://www.actvantage.com/) to offer a new series of [live virtual certificate programs](https://www.nfpa.com/actvantage) designed to help distributor and manufacturer professionals strengthen their expertise in pricing, inventory, and channel alignment. Each standalone program provides practical strategies and real-world frameworks that participants can apply immediately to improve decision-making, profitability, and business performance.

The first offering, the **Pricing Certificate Program**, begins October 1 and features eight live virtual sessions focused on building effective pricing strategies, managing risk, and driving long-term profitability. Additional certificate programs covering **Inventory** and **Channel Alignment** will be introduced in 2027.

To introduce the series, NFPA is hosting a **free introductory webinar on Friday, July 31**.

Join ActVantage Co-Founders **Dr. Pradip Krishnadevarajan** and **Dr. Senthil Gunasekaran**, who also presented at the 2025 Industry & Economic Outlook Conference and will return as speakers at the 2026 IEOC, for an overview of the programs, curriculum, and the value they can bring to your organization.

**Register today to reserve your spot.**

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About ActVantage

ActVantage develops tools and offers training for distributors looking to improve various aspects of their business to drive your top and bottom lines. With over two decades of experience, the ActVantage team uses an action-based and people-driven approach to find growth opportunities while tackling critical blind spots. ActVantage has co-authored seven best-selling books outlining key operating principles for distributors of all shapes and sizes. They are also a HARDI endorsed partner and lead HARDI's Pricing and Inventory Manager Certification Programs.

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