INDUSTRY NEWS & EVENTS
New Kawasaki Engines Division Sales Managers
The Kawasaki Engines Division announced the promotion of Bryant Huyser to regional sales manager of the company’s dealer sales team. The company also added two new dealer sales managers—Shawn Blatt...
Morbark President Wins Award
The Michigan Manufacturers Association (MMA) has named Morbark, LLC, parent company of Boxer Equipment, President James W. Shoemaker Jr. the 2016 John G. Thodis Michigan Manufacturer of the Year...
Stihl Economics Club Impact Award
Stihl received the Economics Club Impact Award from Old Dominion University (ODU) Economics Club of Hampton Roads. The Economics Club Impact Award recognizes outstanding practitioners of sound...
Morbark LLC Appoints New CEO
Morbark, LLC, manufacturer of Boxer Equipment, announced its Board of Directors appointed Dan Ruskin as Chief Executive Officer. The announcement coincides with the recent sale of Morbark to Stellex...
Morbark Acquired By Stellex Capital Management
Morbark, LLC, parent company of Boxer Equipment, announced that an affiliate of Stellex Capital Management has acquired the company. The acquisition is focused on providing growth capital and...
Country Clipper Top Dealer Award Winner
Country Clipper announced Maryville Outdoor of Maryville, Mo.as the Top Dealer Award winner for North America. This marks the 4th year Maryville Outdoor has earned this honor. The Country Clipper...
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