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Service Dealer is very proud to have the following companies as sponsors of our 2015 Conference and Awards. We would like to extend our thanks and appreciation to them for their invaluable support and input.

DIAMOND SPONSOR - Lead sponsor for Conference & Awards
Briggs & Stratton

Briggs & Stratton is the world’s largest supplier of petrol engine, primarily for garden and outdoor power equipment, manufacturing around 10 million engines a year.
Founded in 1908 by Stephen Briggs and Harold Stratton, the company’s familiar red, white and black logo is one of the world’s best known brands.
Well-known for its innovation and continual product development, Briggs and Stratton engineers have recently announced a number of ground-breaking advances such as the new InStart system launched in 2015 which does away with the traditional rope pull and uses a rechargeable lithium-ion battery to provide push-button starting. Briggs & Stratton engines are supported by a world-wide network of servicing dealers, and Ian Small, UK Briggs & Stratton sales manager says, “It is clear that there is a pressing need for such a conference as DEALER 2020 to address the burning issues and challenges that face dealers in the coming years, and we are delighted to support the event as the Lead Sponsor.”

PLANTINUM SPONSOR - Conference & Awards
Kramp

Kramp have been at the forefront of selling parts and accessories since the 1950s. A technical wholesale business, they supply over 325,000 products in the UK to a dealer network covering agriculture, forest and grasscare machinery and OEMs. To help dealers turn parts into profit, Kramp offers a vast array of added value services, innovative concepts and dedicated technical expertise. Kramp are Europe’s leading parts wholesaler, present in 22 countries.
Richard Kendrick, UK Marketing Manager says, “We strive to be an essential business partner for our dealers and this Conference provides an ideal opportunity for Kramp to support their efforts and plan for the future.”

GOLD SPONSOR - Conference & Awards
Stihl

There can be few more familiar names in outdoor power equipment than STIHL. Throughout the years the STIHL name has stood for revolutionary technology and innovative ideas. Now, more than 80 years later, STIHL employs more than 14,000 staff worldwide and sells product in more than 160 countries globally. STIHL GB is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the global STIHL Group. In Great Britain, STIHL products are available from more than 650 specialist Approved Dealers.
Simon Hewitt, Head of Marketing at STIHL GB says, “We are delighted to support this event which will bring dealers together to consider the future and what prospects it will hold.

GOLD SPONSOR - Conference
Hayter / Toro

Hayter has been synonymous with British grass cutting for over half a century. As a pioneer of the rotary lawnmower, the company has become a household name. Used by homeowners and professional contractors all over the UK, Hayter mowers are a pleasure to use. With a choice of electric and petrol products, there’s a Hayter mower suitable for most households.
“Here at Hayter, quality is a way of life and we constantly strive to maintain and improve the standards upon which our reputation has been gained. Our dealers are key to this philosophy, hence why we are delighted to support this conference.”

NETWORKING SPONSOR - Conference
Ariens

Ariens is another company still in family ownership. Founded in 1933, the company has grown steadily over the years through a loyal following in its US home market, and subsequently through acquisition of brands such as Gravely and Parker commercial equipment and complementary businesses including the Stens Corporation. In 2010, Ariens purchased Oxfordshire garden tractor brands Countax and Westwood.
Jef O’Riley, Marketing Manager for Ariens in the UK says, “Ariens is a family company to whom a strong and profitable dealer network is central to it success. We are delighted to be associated with this exciting event.”

NETWORKING SPONSOR - Conference
AFS Compliance

AFS Compliance is the Compliance arm of Asset Finance Solutions (UK) Ltd. Formed in 2005, AFS Compliance has recently appointed an agricultural & grounds care specialist.
Mike Geddes, Commercial Director said, “We are able to offer authorisation to dealers by making them appointed representatives, an alternative to direct authorisation by the FCA. Also, we work with a panel of 58 different lenders so that we can provide the dealer with a range of finance options for their customers. We see being involved with the conference as a way to answer questions that help and guide dealers through the compliance & authorisation minefield they face.”

NETWORKING SPONSOR - Conference
BAGMA

The British Agricultural and Garden Machinery Association (BAGMA) is the Voice of the Dealer. Its members range across the garden machinery and farm machinery sector, and benefit from extensive support services such as banking, insurance, direct buying group and employment advice through its parent body, bira (British Independent Retailers Association).
BAGMA director Keith Christian says, “We are really pleased to be associated with this landmark conference which promises to be a highly constructive and useful day for dealers, whatever the size of their business.”

NETWORKING SPONSOR - Conference
Kubota UK

Kubota UK is a market-leading manufacturer of Construction and Tractor & Groundcare equipment. Kubota’s diesel engines are also widely recognised as the best on the market.
“We at Kubota consider our dealers as partners in a combined mission to provide the best possible buying and ownership experience for our end user customers. Kubota's advanced, durable, and reliable products are well respected in the market place. Our dealers are hugely influential in delivering this customer satisfaction and the Service Dealer 2020 conference aims to provoke thoughts and ideas that will help Kubota and the dealers differentiate themselves in an increasingly competitive market place.”

NETWORKING SPONSOR - Conference
Gardencare

Gardencare is the leading garden machinery brand for independent dealers in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Now bringing the same formula to Great Britain, Gardencare is more than a range of lawnmowers and handheld machines – it’s a full package of dealer marketing support, a revenue-share website, back-up service and fast stock and parts delivery.
"Gardencare will now be distributed directly to dealers in England, Scotland and Wales," said David Beck, CEO. "Dealers will benefit from the same best-in-class service, generous margins and market-leading 5 Year Warranties. This is why we feel it’s important to support this Conference."

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