INDUSTRY NEWS & EVENTS
Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association Voices Concerns Over Proposed Regulatory Changes
The Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Assn. (PGMA) has shared testimony with the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), voicing concerns over the agency’s newly proposed rule that would…
NAEDA Launches New Engagement Platform
The North American Equipment Dealers Assn. is excited to announce the launch of its new members-only dealer engagement platform, NAEDA Community. This social and communications platform will…
Briggs & Stratton Appoints New CEO
Briggs & Stratton has appointed Joe Liotine Chief Executive Officer, as of August 29, 2023. Liotine joins Briggs & Stratton after serving 18 years in senior roles at Whirlpool Corp….
BCI Adds New Service Department Training
Bob Clements International (BCI), a leader in dealership training and development has added a new training program to its arsenal, “Five Weeks To A Profitable Service Department!” Part of the…
Kubota Awards “Kubota Hometown Proud” Grants
Kubota continues its commitment to invest in hometowns across America with its Kubota Hometown Proud community grant program, awarding $600,000 in grants to five communities for 2023. Kubota…
Russo Power Equipment Makes More Acquisitions
Last summer, Russo Power Equipment, a Midwest dealership group based in Illinois, began expanding its footprint by acquiring two Indiana dealerships: C&C Distributors in Fort Wayne and…
INDUSTRY EVENTS
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Outdoor Power Equipment Institute annual meeting
JUNE 24-26, 2024 – Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. Call 703-549-7600; visit opei.org
Equip Expo
OCTOBER 16-18, 2024 – Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, Kentucky. Call 812-949-9200; visit equipexposition.com
National Hardware Show
MARCH 18-20, 2025 – Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada. Call 203-840-5622; visit nationalhardwareshow.com