Stanley M. Bergman, chairman of the Board and CEO of Henry Schein, Inc., was awarded the Dirk Van Dongen Lifetime Achievement Award by the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW) at the 2025 NAW Executive Summit Gala, held on January 28 in Washington, D.C.
The Dirk Van Dongen Lifetime Achievement Award is given to individuals who have demonstrated continuous leadership, service, and dedication to the wholesale distribution community. Bergman’s recognition highlights his longstanding involvement with NAW and the broader distribution industry.
In his acceptance remarks, Bergman expressed his gratitude for the award and reflected on the significance of the recognition. “Thank you to NAW President and CEO Eric Hoplin and the NAW leadership team for this humbling recognition, which is named in honor of the great Dirk Van Dongen, whose work elevated the voice of wholesalers to the national stage,” he said. “This award reflects the commitment and hard work of the thousands of Team Schein Members who together work daily to make Henry Schein a most trusted and valued partner to health care professionals. We look forward to continuing our close collaboration with the NAW to advocate for policies that make American businesses more competitive in today’s markets.”
Eric Hoplin, president and CEO of NAW, praised Bergman’s decades of leadership. “For over three decades, Stanley Bergman and Team Schein have been a guiding force in the distribution landscape, embodying the values of integrity, visionary leadership, and community engagement,” Hoplin said. “We’re thrilled to recognize Stan’s longstanding commitment to our industry, and we applaud his relentless dedication to uplifting our profession on a global scale.”
NAW represents the wholesale distribution sector, a vital part of the U.S. economy, contributing $8.2 trillion annually and employing more than 6 million workers across the country. With more than 35,000 companies in operation, the wholesale distribution industry accounts for roughly a third of the nation’s GDP.
Bergman has led Henry Schein for over three decades, during which the company has grown to become one of the largest distributors of health care products worldwide. The company serves over 1 million customers in more than 33 countries and offers a wide range of solutions for dental and medical professionals. Henry Schein’s broad product offerings and extensive network help health care providers improve clinical outcomes and operational efficiency.
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