Benefits of Being Involved in Your State or Local Association
The ARA State and local leadership consists of rental members, manufacturers
and suppliers to the rental industry that guide the work of their association.
As ARA members they, like you, are stakeholders. The associations are working
towards a common purpose – to promote the success of rental members and
suppliers and to help the rental industry grow. The leaders know and understand
rental! State and local associations are driven by members who have given their
time and expertise to lead and provide programs and services to benefit members
close to home.
Benefits of being involved in your state or local association
Education and training programs, often focused on specific needs of your
area. These can be during association meetings where, for example, you could
receive the latest information from the Department of Transportation on a new
city ordinance or state law that might keep your business from conducting
illegal operations. Other opportunities include equipment
demonstrations/hands-on days or special education programs and seminars geared
specifically for the rental industry.
The opportunity to build grassroots legislative and regulatory initiatives
that are relevant to your area and can impact your business. Taxation, theft by
conversion and theft of services are common issues impacting rental businesses
that collective action from the state or local areas can bring to the attention
of elected officials.
Updates on the latest rental trends such as the hottest new items to rent
and retiring the old items through such activities as a community equipment
auction.
A network of rental peers in your area for equipment theft alerts,
sub-renting and a referral system.
Publications, such as newsletters and membership directories, to keep you
up to date on industry information, association news and success stories of
members like you.
Building consumer awareness through group advertising and community
involvement in fundraisers and local trade shows.
Social events that include receptions, golf outings and more that allow you
the chance for some fun and relaxation while at the same time sharing ideas,
viewpoints and solutions.
Volunteering in Your State or Local Association
State and local associations are powered by volunteers. Volunteers are
vitally important to the viability of state and local associations. You are
encouraged to consider volunteering to work on an association board of directors
or committee. Whatever time you have available to help, your state or local
association can benefit from your skills, time and talent. And, there is a
payoff for you personally and professionally:
What’s in it for me?
Exposure to how an association works.
Proven ideas you can use in your career.
A personal support network with expertise that otherwise might be difficult to
obtain.
Opportunities to test new ideas with other professionals before
implementation.
Recognition as a leader who has a commitment to your industry.
Development of your leadership skills and the ability to meet goals through
consensus and persuasion.
What qualifications do you need?
Dedication.
Commitment.
Participation.
Passion for new ideas.
Willingness to learn from others.
Desire to develop leadership expertise.
Take personal inventory on what skills and talents you could contribute to
your state or local association then contact:
