No one seems to know exactly what age group the Millennial Generation covers. Some say it covers those born between 1980 to about 2004. If this is the case, then my son is a Millennial. Other references to this group of young people include Generation Y and Generation We.
The Western Equipment Dealers Assn. (WEDA), an international trade association representing equipment dealers since 1889, has announced the selection of Andrew P. Phillips as its new vice president, SouthWestern Region.
As your business grows, you’re going to need to groom high-potential employees for leadership positions. High-potentials are those who know their business, have the respect of others, possess ambition, can work within teams and have the courage to make hard calls.
In this role, Burgeson will be responsible for developing, implementing and executing the company's North American sales growth strategies. Burgeson will be based in Bloomington, Ill.
Owners Leo and Eric Johnson both have children who have shown some interest in the dealership, but neither would be ready for a leadership role for another 10 years if they decide to pursue a career in the business
It is imperative in a leadership role that you communicate effectively. An age-old aphorism goes, “It’s not what you say, but how you say it.” Communication is what separates a poor leader from an exceptional one. Having effective communication skills is the key to good leadership
Bruce Daughters has been named regional manager at Vanderfield Pty Ltd. in Queensland, Australia. He will be based in Toowoomba and will provide leadership in the development and deployment of the business plan for the eastern Queensland operations.
As you rise through the ranks, taking to Twitter or Facebook to solve tough leadership questions is not really an option. In an age of social media, sometimes thinking small is a more effective idea.
At the 2026 Farm Progress Show, Franklin Peitz, Digital Product Marketing Lead with John Deere Operations Center reassures growers that they have the right to their own data.
Since 1980, A&I Products has become a leading manufacturer and wholesale distributor of aftermarket replacement parts for the agricultural, turf, and industrial equipment markets. A&I Products' experience and expertise has greatly contributed to the company's reputation as a top supplier of quality, reasonably priced parts. Founded with roots as a small machine shop and repair facility, the company made the transition by manufacturing new parts to replace those that were identified as commonly needing repair. Throughout the 1980s, the company quickly garnered a reputation for offering quality parts at a reasonable price.
Built on 90 years of expertise, Yetter Farm Equipment leads the agriculture industry in designing effective and innovative equipment for residue management, seedbed preparation, precision fertilizer placement, harvest attachments, strip-tillage, and more.
At Machinery Scope, we believe you deserve the best risk management solutions for your investments in heavy equipment. Since 2013, we have been proud to offer extended warranty, appraisals, and inspections. Machinery Scope is a family-owned business built on our experience in farming and equipment dealerships. We understand your business and provide a personalized and professional level of customer service. Machinery Scope has built a strong warranty product with our customers in mind, offering the same professional level of service from the time you get a quote, through the processing of a claim.