Rural Lifestyle Dealer
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Summer 2017
Volume: 11
Edition: 3
Who's Leading the Industry? Analyzing data and trends in the 2017 Equipment Dealers Assn.'s Dealer-Manufacturer Relations Survey
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
OPE Manufacturers Rise Above Other Segments
The segment outperforms other manufacturers for 2 straight years in the Equipment Dealers Assn.’s 2017 Dealer-Manufacturer Relations Survey.Read More
Dealer ProfileR.S. Hollinger & Sons: Embracing Change
The Hollinger family has adapted its business model to remain successful over the past 43 years and now the second-generation owners have secured their exit strategy.Read More
Season-to-SeasonWilliams Tractor: Leveraging Strategies from the Powersports Industry
Williams Tractor’s powersports stores offer insights into new ways to market equipment at its rural lifestyle locations.Read More
Howse Implement’s Rise, Fall & Resurrection
The 52-year-old implement company enjoyed years of growth and innovation until economic and other factors led to its decline and ultimate sale at auction.Read MoreManaging the Store3 Ideas for Hiring Good People
Emphasize background checks, hire to fit your culture and avoid ‘takers.’Read MoreAchieving Peak PerformanceTry This Simple Way to Improve Sales Margins
Give examples of great service to prove your dealership is the best choice.Read More -
Featured Articles
Featured Articles
OPE Manufacturers Rise Above Other Segments
The segment outperforms other manufacturers for 2 straight years in the Equipment Dealers Assn.’s 2017 Dealer-Manufacturer Relations Survey.Read MoreSeason-to-SeasonWilliams Tractor: Leveraging Strategies from the Powersports Industry
Williams Tractor’s powersports stores offer insights into new ways to market equipment at its rural lifestyle locations.Read MoreHowse Implement’s Rise, Fall & Resurrection
The 52-year-old implement company enjoyed years of growth and innovation until economic and other factors led to its decline and ultimate sale at auction.Read More -
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