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Discover strategies that can help drive your rental business to its next phase.   Whether you are looking to start, grow, or buy/sell a rental business, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to hear from Kevin Zwierzchowski, Principal - Vendo Rental Solutions.   Kevin works with rental companies of all sizes and types at every stage of development — you will walk away with ideas and actions to move ahead!   Joe Kikta, ARA Board Member, will kick off the meeting with an industry update — sharing state and national data with the latest growth trends.

Date: Tuesday, September 28
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST
Location: Ruth Chris’s Steak House | 50 Totten Pond Rd. Waltham, MA
Cost: $20/ea. for ARA rental store and prospective rental store members in Massachusetts, and ARA associate members.
RSVP by: Monday, September 27

This lunch and learn is limited to 36 registrants – save your seat today!

Click here to register

State of Massachusetts COVID guidelines will be followed.

Event Questions: Contact Stefani Donabedian-Soucy at 508.713.3677 or ssoucy@res-ind.com   
Registration Questions: Contact ARA at 309.277.4207 or MeetingRegistration@ararental.org

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Discover how to enhance your sales technique, best utilize technology, and build value in the product or service you provide. Meet us at Topgolf as we take in all of this and more in Sales Coach, Emily Shaw’s presentation, A Better Sales Process from Start to Finish.
 
Stick around after the training to network and enjoy complimentary golf, food, and 2 drinks tickets per attendee!
 
Date: Wednesday, September 29
Time: 5:00 - 9:00 PM EST
Location: Topgolf | 9200 E 116th St. Fishers, IN 46037
Cost: Complimentary for ARA rental store and prospective rental store members in Indiana, and ARA associate members.
Hotel: Hyatt Place Indianapolis/Fishers | 11455 IKEA Way Fishers, IN 46037 | Use code "ARA IND" to receive discounted rate.
RSVP: Wednesday, September 28
 
Uncover how to take your sales skills to the next level.

Click here to register

Event Questions: Contact Brian Flinn at 317.244.7368 or brianflinn@macallister.com
 
Registration Questions: Contact ARA at 309.277.4244 or MeetingRegistration@ararental.org

State of Indiana COVID guidelines will be followed.

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In business, the culture you establish as a leader will drive everything from attracting the right people, employee morale, performance and overall growth. Learn must ask behavior-based interview questions and the best way to inspire any employee.

Lee Ann Piano, from Fine Tuning for Success, is joining the ARA of Arizona for an interactive session that will equip you with these real-world leadership tools:

• 7 must ask behavior-based interview questions
• 3 keys to attract and retain valuable team players
  
• 1 way to inspire any employee
  

All attending companies receive a complimentary 30-minute coaching session from Lee Ann.

Date: Wednesday, September 29
Time: Registration 5:15 PM | Cocktails & Dinner 5:30 PM | Professional Development Session 6:30 PM
Location: Pride Group | 4013 W. Lindbergh Way, Chandler
Cost: $20 for ARA rental store and prospective rental store members, and ARA associate members in Arizona.
           *Registration fees will be donated to a local food bank.
RSVP: Friday, September 24     

Cost: 

• $20 ARA of AZ Rental Store Members 
• $20 ARA Prospective Rental Store Members
• $20 ARA Associate Members

Grab your management team and get ready to improve influence and impact change!

Click here to register.

State of Arizona COVID guidelines will be followed. Sanitize Safe will sanitize the area with a dual charge electro static sanitizer for the safety of all attendees.

Event questions. Please contact Maureen Wendelberger, ARA of AZ board member, at 602.516.1000.

Registration Questions? Contact ARA at MeetingRegistration@ararental.org

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It's time to SWING into some fun! Join your ARA of California community for their summer golf event at Topgolf Roseville! You can purchase tickets for an evening full of fun, or become a sponsor of this event. Don't MULL it over for too long, tickets will go fast! 

Location: Topgolf Roseville | 1700 Freedom Way | Roseville, CA 95678

Date/Time: Thursday, September 30 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Cost: (includes dinner, 2 premier drinks, and unlimited golf play)

• $30 per person for all ARA Rental Store Members in CA
  
• $80 per person for ARA Associate Members
  

Raffle: Attendees will receive a ticket to win a Taylor Made Spider EX #9 Putter ($350 value) or a $100 gift card to Topgolf.

RSVP by: A, September 29

Click here to register.

Event questions: Contact Michelle Strand at 707.451.5100 or michelle@i80forklift.com
Registration questions: Contact ARA at MeetingRegistration@ararental.org

State of California COVID guidelines will be followed.

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Touch, feel and demo equipment before The ARA Show™ next month in Las Vegas. 

Attendees will enjoy a complimentary lunch from Mucky Duck Pub Food Truck, drinks, an education presentation (topic will be announced soon) while checking out the following equipment:

- Barreto trencher, chipper, and stump grinder
- Biljax articulating basket lift
- Mi-T-M pressure washer
- Canycom track buggy and concrete buggies
- Bobcat mini excavator, skid steer, and mini track loader
- Sullivan air compressor, new 185cfm clam shell design
- Rhino tools, post drivers, pneumatic and gasoline, and new drop deck trailer
- Husqvarna cut off saw, walk behind saw, compaction equipment and dust control
- Twinca electric buggy, Sherpa electric walk behind loader, LB white heaters, Edco grinding and polishing equipment
- MBW compaction equipment and trowels
- CP air tools
- Manitou/Gehl skid loaders, track loaders and telehandlers

Attendees will receive a 20 oz. ARA of Iowa Grizzly Tumbler and a chance to win a 60 qt. Grizzly Cooler ($349.99 value). Must be present to win.

Date: Saturday, October 2
Schedule: 12:00 p.m. - Demo begins and food truck opens
3:00 p.m. - Education presentation begins
4:00 p.m. - Grizzly Cooler winner announced
Location: Star Equipment Ltd. | 2100 E Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 
Cost: Complimentary for ARA Rental Store and Prospective Rental Store Members in Iowa, and ARA Associate Members
RSVP: Monday, September 27

Click here to register

State of Iowa COVID guidelines will be followed.

Event Questions: Contact Scott Thompson at 515.233.9500 or scottthompson@starequip.com

Registration Questions: Contact ARA at 309.277.4244 or MeetingRegistration@ararental.org

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Kick off the The ARA Show™ in Las Vegas with the ARA of Michigan community. From appetizers to drinks, the fun awaits!

Date: Sunday, October 17
Time: 6:00 - 10:00 PM PST
Location: Ahern Hotel | Las Vegas, NV
Cost: Complimentary for ARA rental store and prospective rental store members in Michigan, and ARA associate members to attend.
RSVP: Friday, October 8

Celebrate the return of in-person gatherings with your ARA of Michigan friends in the city of lights!

Click here to register.

Event Questions: Contact Scott Nicklas at 702.592.6987 or scottn@xmfg.com

Registration Questions: Contact ARA at 309.277.4207 or MeetingRegistration@ararental.org

State of Nevada COVID guidelines will be followed.

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Rise and shine with ARA of New York friends at The ARA Show™ on Monday, October 18.
 
Enjoy breakfast featuring a delicious spread including oven roasted potatoes, applewood smoked bacon, pork sausage and jalapeno cotija cheese, seasonal fruit, berries, assorted breakfast pastries, and more.
 
Date: Monday, October 18
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 AM PST
Location: Resorts World Las Vegas | 300 S Las Vegas Blvd. | Las Vegas, NV 89109
Cost: $15 for ARA rental store and prospective store members in New York, and $25 for ARA associate members.
RSVP: Friday, October 8
 
This popular event will sell out - register today!

Click here to register.

State of Nevada COVID guidelines will be followed. 

Event Questions: Contact Giovanni Femia at 845.330.2524 or giovanni.femia@partnerequip.com
Registration Questions: Contact ARA at 309.277.4207 or meetingregistration@ararental.org

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Network and RelAXE with your ARA of Connecticut friends on Thursday, October 28. 

Axe throwing is a target sport, similar to darts, and it’s on the rise. Register for this unique event and experience the rush of axe throwing, enjoy famous New Haven pizza, and the first round of drinks is on ARA of CT.

Date: Thursday, October 28
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. EST
Location: Pine & Iron Axe Throwing | 770 Chapel St. Suite 1, New Haven, CT 
Cost: Complimentary for ARA rental store and prospective rental store members in Connecticut, and ARA associate members.
Attire: All participants must wear closed-toed shoes and no high heels.
RSVP by: Thursday, October 21

This event is limited - reserve your spot today!

Click here to register

Event Questions: Contact Sarah Wilper at 860.262.3337 or sarah@mazzottaequipment.com
Registration Questions: Contact ARA at 309.277.4244 or MeetingRegistration@ararental.org

State of Connecticut COVID guidelines will be followed.

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Get your business taxes in order when ARA of MA hosts Ron Pallisco, President of In the Black, Accounting Solutions. Ron will share how to develop the right tax strategy as well as how to financially navigate this time of historic disruption.

Key takeaways:

- Ensure your business is taking full advantage of deductions, write offs and other tax advantages. 
- Learn about the latest tax laws and regulations.
- Strategize how to prioritize spending and push expenses in 2022.

Date: Wednesday, November 3
Time: 4:00 p.m. – Happy Hour 5:30 p.m. – presentation begins
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston - Milford | 11 Beaver St. Milford, MA
Cost: $20/ea. for ARA rental store and prospective rental store members in Massachusetts, and ARA associate members.
RSVP by: 10/27/21

Year-end financial planning is more important than ever – reserve your seat today!

Click here to register

State of Massachusetts COVID guidelines will be followed.

Event Questions: Contact Stefani Donabedian-Soucy at 508.713.3677 or ssoucy@res-ind.com   
Registration Questions: Contact ARA at 309.277.4207 or MeetingRegistration@ararental.org

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Let's get together for a fun, inexpensive night out at Topgolf. Be one of the many rental professionals from across the great state of Texas teeing it up for an evening of comradery (and possible competition). The Texas Rental Association has reserved five locations for your golfing and gaming pleasure.

Tickets are only $40 per person for ARA rental store members and branches as well as ARA prospective rental store members. Evening includes golf, food and 2 drink tickets.

Topgolf - Austin

Click here to register for the Austin location by Fri., Oct. 29.

State of Texas COVID guidelines will be followed.

Sponsorships are available for ARA members.

Let's get together for a fun, inexpensive night out at Topgolf. Be one of the many rental professionals from across the great state of Texas teeing it up for an evening of comradery (and possible competition). The Texas Rental Association has reserved five locations for your golfing and gaming pleasure. 

Tickets are only $40 per person for ARA rental store members and branches as well as ARA prospective rental store members. Evening includes golf, food and 2 drink tickets.

Topgolf - Dallas - The Colony

Click here to register for the Dallas/The Colony location by Fri, Oct. 29

State of Texas COVID guidelines will be followed.

Sponsorships are available for ARA members.

Let's get together for a fun, inexpensive night out at Topgolf. Be one of the many rental professionals from across the great state of Texas teeing it up for an evening of comradery (and possible competition). The Texas Rental Association has reserved five locations for your golfing and gaming pleasure. 

Tickets are only $40 per person for ARA rental store members and branches as well as ARA prospective rental store members. Evening includes golf, food and 2 drink tickets.

Topgolf - Fort Worth

Click here to register for the Fort Worth location by Fri., Oct. 29 

State of Texas COVID guidelines will be followed.

Sponsorships are available for ARA members.

Let's get together for a fun, inexpensive night out at Topgolf. Be one of the many rental professionals from across the great state of Texas teeing it up for an evening of comradery (and possible competition). The Texas Rental Association has reserved five locations for your golfing and gaming pleasure. 

Tickets are only $40 per person for ARA rental store members and branches as well as ARA prospective rental store members. Evening includes golf, food and 2 drink tickets.

Topgolf - Houston - Spring

Click here to register for the Houston/Spring location by Fri., Oct. 29.

State of Texas COVID guidelines will be followed.

Sponsorships are available for ARA members.

Let's get together for a fun, inexpensive night out at Topgolf. Be one of the many rental professionals from across the great state of Texas teeing it up for an evening of comradery (and possible competition). The Texas Rental Association has reserved five locations for your golfing and gaming pleasure. 

Tickets are only $40 per person for ARA rental store members and branches as well as ARA prospective rental store members. Evening includes golf, food and 2 drink tickets.

Topgolf - San Antonio

Click here to register for the San Antonio location by Fri., Oct. 29.

State of Texas COVID guidelines will be followed.

Sponsorships are available for ARA members.

Be part of this great event where rental professionals from across the state of Texas tee it up for an evening of comradery (and possible competition) on November 11th. TRA has reserved five locations, Austin, Dallas/The Colony, Fort Worth, Houston/Spring, and San Antonio, for their golfing and gaming pleasure. 

ARA Associate Member sponsorships ($500) include your company name displayed at each location and 1 ticket to the location of your choice for golf, food and 2 drink tickets. Sponsoring companies may purchase tickets for additional company reps for just $50 each. Plan to join us today!

Complete this sponsorship form and submit to ARA before Wednesday, Oct. 20.

State of Texas COVID guidelines will be followed.

Watch the Chicago Blackhawks take on the Arizona Coyotes in luxury! ARA of IL has reserved a Penthouse Level Suite for the game, and we want you to be our guest. The suite is completely decked out with an open bar, food, restroom, TV’s, and dedicated bartender.

Date: Friday, November 12
Time: 7:30 p.m. CST
Location: United Center | 1901 W Madison St, Chicago, IL
Cost: (Tickets are valued at $200/ea.)
$50/ea. ARA rental store members in IL (limit 4 attendees per store or branch) 
$50/ea. ARA associate members (limit 4 attendees per store)
Parking is not included.
Ticket Distribution: Electronic tickets will be emailed to registrants prior to the game. 
*Your email address will be shared with an ARA of IL board member for the distribution of tickets.
RSVP by: Friday, November 5

This popular event is limited to 80 attendees and will sell out quickly!

Click here to register

The State of Illinois, Cook County and United Center COVID guidelines will be followed.

Click these links for a complete list of United Center Entrance Requirements and Frequently Asked Questions.

Event Questions: Contact Justin DiStefano at 708.606.5340 or jrd@distefanosales.com
Registration Questions: Contact ARA at 309.277.4244 or meetingregistration@ararental.org

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Do you have an up-and-coming leader within your organization? They’re invited to attend ARA of Massachusetts’s Emerging Leaders Happy Hour on Wednesday, December 8 at 4:00 p.m.

Encourage your company’s rising stars to enjoy two drink tickets and hors d'oeuvres while learning about what it means to serve on the ARA of Massachusetts’s Board of Directors*.

Board members expand the following leadership qualities:

- Innovative thinking
- Goal setting
- Professional networking
- Planning for the future of the industry

Date: Wednesday, December 8
Time: 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. EST
Location: M.J. O’Connor’s | 425 Summer St., Boston, MA 
Cost: $10/ea. for ARA rental store and prospective rental store members in Massachusetts, and ARA associate members.
RSVP by: Saturday, November 27

*ARA membership required for board participation.

Click here to register

State of Massachusetts COVID guidelines will be followed.

Event Questions: Contact Stefani Donabedian-Soucy at 508.713.3677 or ssoucy@res-ind.com
Registration Questions: Contact ARA at 309.277.4207 or MeetingRegistration@ararental.org

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Take a break from the holiday bustle to laugh with your ARA of MA community. Enjoy an hour of side-splitting rental specific humor at Laugh Boston on Wednesday, December 8.

Date: Wednesday, December 8
Time: 6:00 p.m. - Drinks / 7:00 p.m. - Comedy Show Begins

Location: Laugh Boston | 425 Summer St. Boston, MA 
Cost: $25/ea. ARA rental store members
$35/ea. prospective ARA rental store members
$40/ea. ARA associate members
RSVP by: Saturday, November 27

Are you ready?! This hilarious and highly entertaining comedy show is limited to only 40 participants!

Click here to register

State of Massachusetts COVID guidelines will be followed.

Event Questions: Contact Stefani Donabedian-Soucy at 508.713.3677 or ssoucy@res-ind.com
Registration Questions: Contact ARA at 309.277.4207 or MeetingRegistration@ararental.org

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We’re thrilled to return to Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort for a jam packed weekend of activities, entertainment and training for the ARA of Michigan's 2022 Winter Conference.

Catch up with rental friends, old and new, while partaking in diverse education sessions covering cyber security, rental theft, tech solutions, equipment and event training.  

Dates: January 7, 8 & 9
Location: Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort | 6800 Soaring Eagle Blvd, Mt. Pleasant, Mich.
Hotel: Book your hotel room using discount code ARAM 010622
Cost: (includes seminars and most meals)
ARA rental stores and prospective rental store members:
$65/ea. for first two attendees per business
$35/ea. additional person
*Saturday dinner: $10 additional per person
RSVP: Wednesday, December 15

Click here to register

Tentative Schedule:

Friday

8:00 a.m. — Registration and coffee
8:30 a.m. — 9:00 a.m. — Vendor introductions
9:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m. — Cyber Security Fundamentals, Nathan Kunst, Security Manager, will review the latest cyber threats and share best practices to protect yourself and your business.
11:00 a.m. — 11:15 a.m. — Break
11:15 — 11:45 a.m. — Legislative update from Alysia Ryan, ARA Director, State Government Affairs
12:30 p.m. — 1:30 p.m. — Lunch
1:30 p.m. — 4:00 p.m. — Sgt. Jim Dietz of the Michigan State Police Special Investigations Division, will detail how businesses fall victim to costly rental thefts and how to fight against them in 2022.
4:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m. — Vendor time
7:00 p.m. — Game night

Saturday

7:30 a.m. — 8:30 a.m. — Breakfast
8:00 a.m. — 8:30 a.m. — Vendor introductions
8:30 a.m. — 11:00 a.m. — Powered Productivity, join Your Nerdy Best Friend, Author Beth Ziesenis, for a research-based look at common productivity problems, followed by the technology to solve them.
11:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m. — Break and vendor time
12:00 p.m. — 1:00 p.m. — Lunch
1:30 — 4:30 p.m. — Training sessions (choose one)
Event Training: Add-on's and How To Present Them To Your Clients, by Christopher Gregorich, Christopher & Company Inc. and Wisteria Bakehaus LLC
Equipment Training: Education details to follow.
6:30 p.m. — Dinner

Sunday

8:00 a.m. — Breakfast
9:00 a.m. — Board meeting (all are invited)

Reunite with the rental community and leave inspired!

State of Michigan COVID guidelines will be followed.

Event Questions: Contact Susan Irwin at 734.483.2512 or sirwin5716@gmail.com
Registration Questions: Contact ARA at 309.277.4244 or MeetingRegistration@ararental.org

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 Show off your products at the ARA of Michigan's 2022 Winter Conference!

We’re thrilled to return to Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort for a jam packed weekend of exhibits, education, and entertainment on January 7, 8 & 9.  

Reserve your tabletop display and grab a sponsorship below.

Book your hotel room now at Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort using discount code ARAM 010622.

Sponsorship: $250
Includes registration, 1 tabletop, meals for 2 persons, and recognition throughout the conference.

Tabletop: $165
Includes registration, 1 tabletop, and meals for 2 persons.

*Additional tables available for $25/ea.

*Additional meal tickets available for $40/ea.

Click here to sign up

Tentative Schedule:

Friday

8:00 a.m. — Registration and coffee
8:30 a.m. — 9:00 a.m. — Vendor introductions
9:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m. — Education — Lunch —  Education
4:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m. — Vendor time
7:00 p.m. — Game night

Saturday

7:30 a.m. — 8:30 a.m. — Breakfast
8:00 a.m. — 8:30 a.m. — Vendor introductions
8:30 a.m. — 11:00 a.m. — Education
11:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m. — Break and vendor time
12:00 p.m. — 4:30 p.m. — Lunch —  Education
6:30 p.m. — Dinner

Sunday

8:00 a.m. — Breakfast
9:00 a.m. — Board meeting

State of Michigan COVID guidelines will be followed.

Event Questions: Contact Susan Irwin at 734.483.2512 or sirwin5716@gmail.com 
Registration Questions: Contact ARA at 309.277.4244 or MeetingRegistration@ararental.org

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Watch the Boston Bruins take on the Carolina Hurricanes in luxury! ARA of MA has reserved a Rafter Studio suite for the game, and we want you to be our guest. The studio is completely decked out with a cash bar, food, restroom, TV’s, dedicated server, and bartender.

Sponsorship opportunities available; contact ARA of MA board member, Steve Reitter, steve.reitter@gmail.com or 978.562.7313.

Date: Tuesday, January 18
Time: 6:30 p.m. EST
Location: TD Garden | 100 Legends Way Boston, MA 
Cost: (Tickets are valued at $150/ea.)
$100/ea. ARA rental store members (limit 4 attendees per store or branch) 
$100/ea. prospective ARA rental store members (limit 2 attendees per store or branch)
$100/ea. ARA associate members (limit 2 attendees per store)
$35/ea. parking
RSVP by: Friday, January 7

Click this link to review the TD Garden Guidelines and Protocols.

This popular event is limited to 36 attendees and will sell out quickly!

Click here to purchase tickets
Click here to purchase parking

The State of Massachusetts, Suffolk County and TD Garden COVID guidelines will be followed.

Event Questions: Contact Steve Reitter at 508.740.8314 or steve.reitter@gmail.com
Registration Questions: Contact ARA at 309.277.4244 or meetingregistration@ararental.org

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