INDUSTRY NEWS & EVENTS

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 of the highest-ranking women in the...

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, forecasting, and alignment across sales and...

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 Altoz sales...

Greenville Equipment Center Relocates To New Facility In Alabama

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 last year by leaving its longtime building across the street from the Butler County courthouse to an auto dealership that was closing one block away.

Meyer Distributing Adds Chain Locker 

Meyer Distributing Adds Chain Locker 

       Meyer Distributing has announced a new partnership with Chain Locker USA, a saw storage case that functions as a toolbox for chains and is made with high-quality materials to stand up against...

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OPPAA Announces 2025 Scholarship Class

OPPAA Announces 2025 Scholarship Class

       For over 25 years, the Outdoor Power Parts and Accessories Assn. (OPPAA) has been awarding scholarships to its members and their families. The OPPAA Scholarship Fund has granted nearly 80...

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Kress, Real Madrid Announce Partnership 

Kress, Real Madrid Announce Partnership 

       Positec, a global manufacturer of power equipment, has announced a new strategic partnership with Real Madrid through its flagship brands, Kress and Worx. This dual-brand collaboration, built...

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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