Membership Information
for the
Warehousing Education
and Research Council
WERC is an international professional organization dedicated to the advancement and education of people involved in the management of warehouses and distribution facilities.
WERC provides members with the latest information on warehousing and distribution trends, issues and potential concerns.
Through varied and highly-rated educational tools such as a monthly newsletter, publications, research reports, educational seminars, nationwide local chapters and an annual conference, plus our site here on the World Wide Web, WERC promotes and supports the exchange of ideas among executives involved in the fields of warehousing and distribution.
WERC Members include professionals from:
- Manufacturing firms
- Wholesale/distribution and retail firms
- Third-party warehousing
- Logistics providers
- Material handling equipment manufacturers
- Carriers
- Utilities
- Government
- Military
- Software computer services
- Educators
- Consultants
The organization is led by a volunteer Board of Directors, comprised of professionals from all aspects of warehousing and distribution.
Membership dues are $195 for a Regular membership and $25 for an Educator membership. The Educator membership is for full time teachers at an accredited college or university (proof is required).
The helpful, professional staff of the national headquarters office is available to assist members with questions and specific requests. Please contact the national office by phone at (630) 990-0001, by fax at (630) 990-0256 or by general e-mail at wercoffice@werc.org.