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A Labor Day Message: What Work Has Taught Me…

By Mike Lessiter posted on September 3, 2023

This morning, as part of a Labor Day message at church (“The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard,” Matthew 20), our pastor recapped the jobs he had in his lifetime. It spurred a conversation with my 17-year-old, Hayden, as he starts his senior year of high school.

Kubota Dealer Beverage Tractor and Equipment Announces Leadership Changes

December 15, 2021 | Posted in Dealer News

Beverage Tractor and Equipment LLC announced several leadership changes as the company’s management team grows to accommodate the company’s multi-store expansion. Stuart’s Draft General Manager, Allen Gilbert, has been promoted to the position of president.

Return to Live Dealership Minds Summit Concludes After 2-Days with the Brightest Minds in the Industry

August 4, 2021 | Posted in Dealer News, Event Coverage

The 2021 Dealership Minds Summit welcomed back farm equipment dealers from across the United States for the 7th annual gathering of the brightest minds in the industry.

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Best Practices of Elite Dealerships Volume 6: Featuring Dealership of the Year Recipient

| Posted in Best Practices, Niche Markets

This “Best Practices of Elite Dealerships Volume 6,” featuring Dealership of the Year recipients, highlights the successes and strategies of award-winning dealerships, and it’s yours to download FREE!

Multi-Store Dealership of the Year 2019

2019 Dealership of the Year: Jacobi Sales Palmyra, Ind.

A 91-year-old family-owned business earns top honors through diversification, constant monitoring and a recognition that overall success is based on individual success.

By Lynn Marcinkowski Woolf posted on November 6, 2019 | Posted in Dealer News, Best Practices

A 91-year-old family-owned business earns top honors through diversification, constant monitoring and a recognition that overall success is based on individual success.

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Succession Planning Step-by-Step

| Posted in Best Practices

A sound dealership succession plan addresses a long list of issues.

Q&A: What Growth Opportunities Do You See in 2019?

By Lynn Marcinkowski Woolf posted on December 12, 2018 | Posted in Best Practices

A new year brings optimism and promise for a better year than the one we are leaving behind. We’re reaching out to dealers to see what they’re looking forward to in terms of growth opportunities for the year ahead.

Dealership of the Year 2018

Multi-Store Dealership of the Year: Sherwood Tractor, Rose Bud, Ark.

Bart Sherwood has built a successful rural lifestyle destination store using his retail experience, personal brand and lean approach to operations.

By Lynn Marcinkowski Woolf posted on November 7, 2018 | Posted in Dealer News, Best Practices, Dealers in Motion

Bart Sherwood has built a successful rural lifestyle destination store using his retail experience, personal brand and lean approach to operations.

Equipment Dealers Assn., Rex Collins to Host Succession Planning Webinar

September 11, 2018 | Posted in Best Practices

Rex Collins, principal at HBK CPAs & Consultants, will share why succession planning is so important and the 10 steps dealership owners should take to ensure their plan is successful.

Succession Planning Step 10: Monitor & Adjust the Plan

By Rex A. Collins posted on August 31, 2018 | Posted in Best Practices

Succession planning is a dynamic process that needs adjusting based on the dealer’s changing goals and life circumstances.

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RhinoAG Production Tour to Mark 90 years

Lessiter Media editors visited RhinoAG in Gibson City, IL to get a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the production processes and attention to detail that have contributed to their longevity as they celebrate their 90th anniversary in 2024.

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Yanmar

Yanmar America is the North American headquarters of Yanmar Holdings. Ranked #1 in Product Quality for five years in a row by the Equipment Dealers Association, Yanmar provides innovative solutions for Rural Lifestyle and Industrial Equipment customers.

Yanmar was the world’s first manufacturer to develop a practical small diesel engine in 1933 and has continued to push the boundaries of innovation and technology ever since. As a manufacturer of diesel engines, compact tractors and utility task vehicles, construction machinery, and industrial equipment, Yanmar's products are sold in over 130 countries.

At Yanmar America, we are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products and services, backed by a strong team of professionals who share our dedication to excellence. We look forward to the opportunity to work with you in achieving your goals.

Stihl Inc

Virginia Beach-based STIHL Inc., produces a full line of high-quality, handheld outdoor power equipment including blowers, trimmers, brushcutters, and multi-task tools, as well as the number one selling brand of chainsaws worldwide. STIHL Inc. manufactures over 260 model variations of handheld outdoor power equipment for sale in the U.S. and around the world.