In this episode, Eric Wareham, VP of Government Affairs for WEDA, dives into the federal infrastructure and human infrastructure bills including Biden&apos;s executive order on right to repair. Learn more about the challenges that the U.S. and the equipment industry are facing as congress pushes elaborate spending bills and tax increases.

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Legislative Landscape U.S. August 2021

In this episode, Mike Kraemer speaks with WEDA CEO John Schmeiser about the free online service technician test that can be used to gauge potential recruits or current technician&apos;s knowledge and skill levels. Learn more about this industry-specific test and how members can access it.

Benefits of Using Free Service Technician Test for Recruiting and More

In this episode,  host Mike Kraemer and WEDA CEO John Schmeiser discuss the importance of the new preferred partner Secuvant, a cyber and data security company. With companies being held for ransom on the rise it&apos;s important to realize the magnitude of risk companies are facing if they are not prepared for an attack. Companies have paid upwards of seven figures to release their systems from the grip of a cyber attack. In recent news, you can see the ramifications of these attacks and their crippling effect. Learn more about this new partnership and the services they can provide to protect dealers.

Cyber and Data Security With Secuvant

In this episode, Mike Kraemer Interviews Gillian Bonnar from Blaney Group.Blaney Group is made up of a number of engineering divisions with almost 30 years of experience creating products for agriculture, ground care, construction, fabrication, gear systems, and motors.Their Quad-X division manufactures over 140 attachments for ATVs, UTVs, and quads, suited for the agricultural industry, landscapers, amenities, small acreage holders, and the equestrian market. The range is ideal for grass care, weed control, and livestock care needs. In particular, Blaney is a pioneer of ATV weed control machinery: sprayers, booms, and weed wipers. The company’s “Weed Wipeout 2” model incorporates double rollers, automatic weed detection, and an automatic chemical application system for fast and effective weed control. This unique solution treats only the weeds, giving faster kill rates while achieving up to 97% less chemical usage.

Blaney Agri Solutions & Quad-X

In this episode, Mike Kraemer interviews Sharon Moffitt with UPU Industries its growing business, and expands the reach of its industry-leading products in North America. UPU Industries manufactures high-performance bale netting for premium crop protection. Founded in Northern Ireland more than 40 years ago, this family-run business provides its range of wrapping products to over 30 countries worldwide and has a sister manufacturing base in Kansas City that serves both the U.S. and Canada markets. 

UPU INDUSTRIES

In this episode, Eric Wareham, Vice President of Government Affairs for WEDA updates you on the demise of Right to Repair legislation, the winding down of state legislative sessions, and the push towards a Biden infrastructure and tax plan.

Legislative Landscape May U.S.

In today’s podcast, WEDA Connect’s Mike Kraemer visits with Laura Juhas from Kingspan, who discusses what makes the TruckMaster a leader in portable diesel storage and dispensing, and her company’s desire to expand distribution and retail sales in North America. 

Kinsgspan Truckmaster

In this episode, Mike Kraemer with the Western Equipment Dealers Association interviews Mark Opara with Seigfreid Bingham on the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidance on COVID vaccines. The COVID guidance is complex and there are plenty of tripwires dealers need to be aware of if they decide to put a vaccine policy into place. Mark dives into the EEOC&apos;s variety of cautionary instructions for employers and the rights of employees.

EEOC Guidance on COVID Vaccines

John Schmeiser, CEO of the Western Equipment Dealers Association discusses current events in Ottawa.  In late March Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland announced that the first federal budget in more than two years will be delivered on April 19. The budget is expected to provide a full accounting of all government spending through the pandemic, which has sent the deficit for the fiscal year to almost 400 billion dollars.

Legislative Landscape - Canada April

In this episode, Eric Wareham, Vice President of Government Affairs for WEDA updates us on where we’re at in the middle of the session at the state level and talk about the developments at the federal level on some key issues to keep your eye on. Right to Repair bills that are still alive in Oregon, Missouri, and Texas, and other legislative priorities for WEDA. 

Legislative Landscape - U.S. April

Listen in to Mike Kraemer’s interview with Eric MacPherson, CEO of Dawson Tire & Wheel as they discuss how accurate tire gauging will assist your sales reps in the proper evaluation of trades.Dawson Tire & Wheel recently launched TreadSure, a free app available on Android and Apple devices designed to help ag equipment dealers, specifically employees who are involved in valuation of equipment, accurately assess the tire tread depth remaining on tires. TreadSure isn’t a tire gauge. But it is a valuable tool to make sure dealers don’t overvalue tires on equipment they take in on trade. MacPherson said calls from dealers led to the creation of TreadSure. 

TreadSure App - Dawson Tire & Wheel

Many businesses are trying to navigate how they fit into the Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS), a federal program designed to help businesses overcome challenges due to the pandemic.For farm equipment dealerships, understanding how they might qualify for the program can be difficult; MNP’s tax specialist Trevor Tamke sat down with our very own Mike Kraemer to discuss what dealerships need to know.

MNP - CERS -MARCH 2021

In this episode, John Schmeiser CEO of WEDA shares an update on some of the initiatives underway in Ottawa.

Legislative Landscape - March 2021 Canada

John Schmeiser, CEO of the Western Equipment Dealers Association, gives us an update on what is happening in Ottawa.  Also a rundown of some of the Western Equipment Dealers Association&apos;s planned government affairs activities for 2021.  

Legislative Landscape February 2021 - Canada

Part 3 - WEDA’s State of Workforce Development Survey.Association CEO John Schmeiser discusses more key findings in the last of this three-part series. The Western Equipment Dealers Association conducted an invitation-only survey of key CEOs, shareholders, and senior managers to learn more about the state of workforce development. The intent was to find how deep the talent pool was with future managers and what the needs were and what challenges dealers faced in this important area. In this three-part series of podcasts, we review the results of the survey and share the short-term, long-term, and skill development needs that are top of mind in the industry.

State of Workforce Development Part 3

Welcome to the WEDA Connect podcast series where we explore all the hot topics affecting the equipment dealer industry, from industry news, government affairs and manufacturer relations combined with business best practices, technology and marketing for equipment dealers. Brought to you by the Western Equipment Dealers Association – here to Advocate, Elevate and Educate.

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