INDUSTRY NEWS & EVENTS
Equip Sells Out Its 2026 Exhibit Space
For a fifth year in a row, Equip Expo has sold out its available exhibit space at the Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC), which will be held October 20-23, 2026. “We have 1.2 million square feet…
Equip Announces Expanded 2026 Women’s Programming
Equip Exposition has announced its 2026 programming dedicated to women in the green industry, which includes the Women’s Leadership Reception, and will feature Susan Packard, as well as Judith Guido, who is recognized as one…
Jason Mabb Named Stihl Inc. VP Of Sales
Stihl Inc. has appointed Jason Mabb as Vice President of Sales, effective May 18, 2026. In this role, Mabb will oversee the development and execution of U.S. sales strategies for Stihl Inc., including demand planning,…
Altoz Names David Bates Midwest District Sales Manager
Altoz, Inc. announced that David Bates has joined the company as District Sales Manager, serving Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Ohio. In this role, Bates will be responsible for supporting dealer development, strengthening relationships and driving…
Greenville Equipment Center Relocates To New Facility In Alabama
By Dan Shell What dealership has the good fortune to relocate to a new facility with more service and showroom space, while still maintaining essentially the same location? Alabama’s Greenville Equipment Center pulled it off…
Kubota, NASCAR Announce Multi-Year Partnership
Kubota Tractor Corp. has entered into a new multi-year partnership with NASCAR, beginning with the 2026 NASCAR season, that establishes Kubota as an Official Partner of NASCAR, including the official tractor of NASCAR, official construction…
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