Free Drinks For New Members & Sponsors In Atlanta

Now that we’ve got your attention — attendees at the Atlanta Fall Convention who sponsored new members since last year’s meeting in Reno will, in fact, be entitled to attend the invitation-only, VIP Reception on Wednesday night. Not only will this be an intimate gathering of new members and their sponsors, it will also give newcomers the chance to meet other “old timers” and the opportunity to better learn the workings of the Fall Convention and the many programs offered to members.

What’s even more exciting than a free drink? Whoever sponsors the most new members (during this time span) wins a free trip to Atlanta. This includes free airfare, free hotel room and free registration. The entire package is almost worth giving Hannah Hamontree in our office a call or an email at Hannah@FarmEquip.org to recommend either a manufacturer, a supplier or a marketing prospect as a new member.

Not sure why you should recommend membership to a company? Perhaps the following list will not only encourage a non-member to become a member, but it will also remind you as to why your membership is so valuable.

Attorney Consultation: During the course of the year, it is quite likely that legal advice may be needed, either for Human Resources questions, or for Dealer Contract Disputes. We have arranged with two outstanding attorneys, Joe Schmitt specializing in human resources and Brian McGrath specializing in dealer contracts, to counsel free-of-charge for 30-minutes/year/subject on either of these issues. While 30-minutes will not prepare a legal defense, a member can at least determine if a problem does exist and, if so, a quick remedy is possible. Anyone recently talking to an attorney knows that this single service can repay a firm’s annual dues.

Worldwide Credit Reports: Members have special discounted fees when seeking credit reports from either suppliers, dealers or wholesalers from world credit information leader, Coface North America. It doesn’t matter whether you’ve been dealing with a supplier or dealer for years, up-to-date credit information is vital to your financial well being.

Credit Card Payment: Members are entitled to participate in Heartland Payment Systems, one of the largest Mastercard and Visa payment systems in the country. You’ll know exactly what your credit card charges will be, usually considerably lower than other payment processors.

Shipping Discounts: YRC (Yellow & Roadway) gives discounts to FEMA members for all your LTL shipments. FEMA members will save enough on this single program, either outbound or inbound, to pay for their annual dues. And for your transportation cost management needs, we have recently endorsed AFS Logistics to help members save even more.

Internet Access: Become part of one of the most-viewed internet portals in the farming industry. Your firm, with direct links to your own website, are listed in the Membership Product/Service Directory. With easy access by farmers and ranchers to equipment they need, FarmEquip.org propels sales for your company. Additionally, you’ll have access to Washington insider information, surplus materials available and other info available exclusively to members.

Product Liability — Property/Casualty Insurance: Two hundred and sixty five (265) farm equipment manufacturers now have product liability and/or property and casualty insurance (including worker’s compensation) with the FEMA-Sentry Insurance Plan. One interesting aspect of the FEMA-Sentry Liability Plan, not available in other product liability programs, is the annual dividend companies receive. While not guaranteed, typical dividends have been averaging 10% in the last several years, although companies participating last year received a 5% dividend. (Continued Pg. 2)

These are just a FEW of the many benefits received exclusively with membership. For all of our Endorsed Services offered to members, go to FarmEquip.org/Endorsed_Services.

Recommend a prospective member to Hannah and you, too, can get that free drink(s) and become a new member sponsor. The VIP Reception only happens once a year, don’t miss out.