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REGISTER NOW FOR AED'S 2009 ANNUAL MEETING AND CONDEX: Each year the industry's top executives gather at AED's Annual Meeting & CONDEX trade show – the only show in the industry dedicated strictly to equipment distribution, and the only one that attracts such a high number of senior-level decision makers to one location.

Exclusive Infrastructure Report: The outcome of the looming congressional debate over economic stimulus and highway reauthorization will have a major impact on equipment distributors in all market segments for years to come. AED presents an all star-panel of Washington insiders to help you understand how you'll be affected.

How to manage Profits and Cash Flow during this downturn: Dealers, manufacturers and service providers need to attend this years Annual Tax and Financial Update presented by Garry Bartecki and friends.

Stimulus Bill Infrastructure Spending Would Add Billions to Equipment Markets: Things are pretty rough for the equipment industry at the moment, but the good news is that help is on the way.

Bring a Little Cha-Ching to Your Dealership: "Why do people buy?" is a thousand times more important than "How do I sell?" Looking for a fresh perspective on sales? Look no further than the 2009 AED University Managers Conference. Renowned author and speaker Jeffrey Gitomer kicks everything off with a keynote address for all convention attendees that will challenge your thinking and inspire results. His appearance is generously sponsored by Sany.

Tell it Like It Is: AED dealer executives sell different machines in different markets – but one thing's the same when they start talking about the Annual Meeting: It's a ton of value and gobs of networking jammed into one amazing convention experience. See and hear their unscripted, unrehearsed remarks when we asked some members why they come to AED.

2009 AED University Managers Conference: Professional education for sales, rental, parts, service and human resources managers, as well as branch managers – concurrent with AED's Annual Meeting & CONDEX trade show. The 2009 Managers Conference features more professional education content than ever before with a compelling line-up of fresh new faces and AED favorites.

How To Unlock Unrealized Value: Take advantage of over 10 years of experience in designing, maintaining and hosting construction equipment distribution websites. Request a complimentary website analysis and evaluation.

MachineMart®: An extensive inventory of used construction equipment available from the leading dealers in North America - members of the Associated Equipment Distributors.

Legislative Action Center: New grassroots tool for AED members.


AED Foundation

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The AED Foundation/Ritchie Bros. Live Auction 2009
The 2009 auction will be held during the Ritchie Bros. Reception prior to the AED/GE Capital Solutions Chairman’s Inaugural Dinner on Friday, Jan. 16 at the San Diego Convention Center.
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2009 - University of Industrial Distribution
This 4-day intensive educational program has been held every year since 1994 and has received rave reviews from over 5,000 owner-principles, executives, senior managers and assciates from around the world representing more than 25 distribution associations. LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE.
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Business Finance for Non-Financial Managers
Looking for professional education that is convenient and affordable? Think AED. Financial Management 101: Introduction to Business Finance for Non-Financial Managers is now available exclusively to AED members through AED University.
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2008 Investors
These construction equipment industry leaders are helping ensure a prosperous future by investing in The AED Foundation. Contributions support the foundation's efforts in the areas of workforce development and promotion of a positive image.
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AED University Certifications
Certification recognizes industry professionals for completion of required position-related training, their skills and expertise, and job performance at an exemplary level.
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AED Launching Thousands into Tech Field
By 2012, the Foundation's grassroots school partnerships will triple the annual number of graduating skilled service technicians.
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Become Certified
When thinking about New Year's resolutions this year, why not resolve to become a better manager?
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