Billy Goat Acquired By Briggs & Stratton

Billy Goat Acquired By Briggs & Stratton

Billy Goat Industries, a Lee’s Summit-based manufacturer of specialty turf equipment, was acquired by Briggs & Stratton for about $26 million. The family-owned business, with about 100 employees, builds professional-grade mowers aerators sod cutters power rakes...

OPEI Announced Officers and Board

The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) today announced its 2014-2015 Officers and Board of Directors, which was unveiled during the OPEI Annual Meeting in Palm Beach, Fla., June 17-19, 2014. Officers for the 2014-2015 year include: OPEI Chairman Paul Mullet,...

OPEI Announces New Officers

The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) today announced its 2013-2014 Officers and Board of Directors, which was unveiled during the OPEI Annual Meeting in Williamsburg, VA June 18-20, 2013. Officers for the 2013-2014 year include: OPEI Chairman Todd Teske,...
GIE+EXPO A “Home Run” Event

GIE+EXPO A “Home Run” Event

The 2012 GIE+EXPO was filled with opportunities for dealers to network, see new products and learn some valuable information from one of the many classes offered. The special Dealer Day, held Wednesday, was a huge success with manufacturers and dealers alike agreeing...