Lisa Stout Bennett

AED welcomed @JennMcClellanVA of @HouseCommerce to @JamesRiverEquip in Wakefield, VA for a facility tour and discussion on the equipment industry. Topics included building the technician workforce pipeline and how dealers support the farmers who feed America and the world.

On March 10, AED Board Member Ryan Correlli of Correlli Inc. testified before the Maryland House Economic Matters Committee on right to repair legislation. AED continues engaging members nationwide to help lawmakers understand the potential impacts on equipment dealers.

AED’s Lisa Bennett visited @BeardEquip and met with CEO Drew Delaney to discuss the company’s growth, new facility upgrades, and their commitment to employee development and training. Thank you to Beard Equipment Company for their leadership and continued partnership with AED!

🚜 AED Senior Regional Manager Lisa Bennett visited Equipment Linc in Maplesville, AL, to meet with President Tommy Moore and discuss training, tax policy collaboration, and investing in the next generation of skilled workers. Thanks, Equipment Linc, for your valued partnership!

AED’s Lisa Bennett visited Bottom Line Equipment in Broussard, LA, meeting with Arnold Rezac, Hunter Patin, and their team to discuss training, advocacy, and upcoming events like Policy Day and Summit 2026. Thanks for your commitment to workforce development!

AED Senior Regional Manager Lisa Bennett visited Lee Tractor Company to discuss market conditions, AED’s hiring tools, training opportunities, and insights from the Cost of Doing Business Report. Thanks to Lee Tractor for your continued partnership and commitment to excellence!

AED’s Lisa Bennett visited Vocational Trucks & Equipment (VTE) and its affiliates in Florida to discuss workforce development, technician support & leadership training. We're proud to support their continued growth and industry leadership! #AED #DealerVisit #VTE

AED Senior Regional Manager Lisa Bennett visited Briggs JCB to share how AED supports members through workforce development, training, and technician certification. Thank you, Briggs JCB, for investing in your team and the industry’s future! #SkilledTrades #BriggsJCB #AED

📍 Punta Gorda, FL — AED's Lisa Bennett visited RPM Equipment Sales & Rentals to discuss AED resources from technical assessments to training support. Proud to partner with RPM as they invest in their people and the industry’s future.

AED was honored to host @RepMcDowell at ACT Construction Equipment in Winston-Salem. Discussion focused on dealer regulatory challenges, the need for a skilled workforce, and the benefits of the One Big Beautiful Bill.

AED's Lisa Bennett visited Smith Bros. Contracting Equipment to talk workforce growth & culture. They’re using AED tools to build strong teams—and giving back by donating rentals from “George” the giraffe-wrapped Bobcat E35 to the Palm Beach Zoo. #WorkforceDevlopment #AED

AED's Lisa Bennett visited Perry Brothers Equipment Co. to discuss investments, industry trends, workforce development & AED’s advocacy efforts. We are proud to support our members investing in their team and the future of the equipment industry. #AED #PerryBrothers

Lisa Bennett met with James Young of @TidewaterEquip to talk growth, diversification, AI, workforce development, and company culture. Tidewater is using AED tools, advocacy, & benchmarking to keep a strong competitive edge. #WeAreAED #WorkforceDevelopment #AI

AED’s Lisa Bennett visited @FloridaCoastEq to discuss culture, training, and team growth. They’re using AED’s technical assessments & training resources and recently joined the HR & Financial Symposium to learn, network, and strengthen their workforce.

AED's Lisa Bennett met with Scott Coley, President & CEO of Vermeer Southeast in Atlanta to discuss ESOP, workforce development, & empowering women in the industry. They’re using AED benchmarking & resources to drive lasting success. #WeAreAED #VermeerSoutheast

AED's Lisa Bennett visited Reynolds-Warren Equipment Co., to meet with Brian Meissen on AI in sales, industry trends, and their market niche—plus AED Summit 2026 plans. We value their commitment to innovation, adaptability, and leadership in the equipment industry.

AED’s Lisa Bennett visited @WinchesterEquip, meeting with President Scott Carnell and VP of HR Betsy Hyson to discuss training, professional development, and workforce pipelines. Thank you to Winchester Equipment for their valued AED membership!

⏳ The countdown to Dallas continues! Join us at the 2026 AED Summit with 40+ sessions, 200+ exhibitors & keynotes from: 🎤 Nikki Haley – Hudson Institute Chair, former U.S. Ambassador & SC Governor 🎤 Matt Eversman 🎤 Lauren Saidel-Baker 👉 hubs.li/Q03L2_wr0

👏 Thank you to Ditch Witch ACE in Manassas, VA for hosting us at your Open House! AED’s Lisa Bennett met with the team to discuss training, workforce development, and upcoming AED events like the AED Summit. Excited for your continued commitment to the industry’s future!

Southern States Equipment in Ruston, LA, hosted AED’s Lisa Bennett to discuss their 75-year legacy, workforce development, and the upcoming @theaedfdn Pathways event in Arkansas. We appreciate their continued partnership & look forward to seeing their team at the 2026 AED Summit!