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• Works proactively to protect dealer rights and ensure fair treatment across manufacturer networks.

• Holds manufacturers accountable when actions or policies harm dealer operations or market position.

• Safeguards dealer protections and competitive circumstances that allow dealers to compete on a level playing field.

• Addresses contract disputes and market representation issues that threaten dealer stability and growth.

• Provides dealers with a trusted partner who defends their business, investments, and long-term future.

CHAMPION FOR DEALER ADVOCACY Eric Wareham( Esq.), Sr. VP of Government Affairs

Eric Wareham serves as a leading voice in government affairs and advocacy for equipment dealers across North America. With deep knowledge of federal, state and provincial policy, Eric works directly with lawmakers, regulators, and industry partners to protect dealer interests and influence legislation that impacts dealership operations, profitability, and long-term sustainability.

From right-to-repair to regulatory compliance and environmental mandates, Eric ensures dealers are informed, prepared, and represented, so their voices are heard where it matters most.

Advocacy In Action

Under Eric Wareham’ s leadership, the Government Affairs Team has major advocacy wins at both the state and federal levels, saving equipment dealers thousands to millions of dollars.

• Protected the floorplan interest deduction, preserving a critical tax benefit and preventing significant financial losses.

• Fought to keep 100 % Bonus Depreciation for equipment dealers, which was made permanent in the One Big Beautiful Bill.

• Stopped hundreds of harmful right-to-repair bills in the United States and several in Canada, reducing compliance, liability, and operational risk.

• Secured key exemption language in states where right-torepair legislation advanced.

• Led the passage of additional Oklahoma dealer protection statutes, strengthening dealer rights and protections.

• Implemented competitive circumstance provisions in Idaho, safeguarding fair market practices.

• Pushed back against burdensome transportation regulations that would have increased costs and disrupted operations in various states.

• Opposed proposed taxes on credit card service fees and other policies that threaten dealer margins.

FINANCIAL EXPERTISE DEALERS CAN TRUST Curt Kleoppel( CPA, CVA), CFO of NAEDA and President of Equipment Dealer Consulting, LLC

Curt Kleoppel serves as NAEDA’ s financial expert, offering deep knowledge in tax strategy, accounting, dealership valuation, mergers and acquisitions, audits, and financial analysis. His expertise helps dealers make informed decisions at every stage of their business, from dayto-day financial management to major ownership transitions.

Whether preparing for succession planning, evaluating acquisition opportunities, navigating audits, or improving financial performance, Curt provides clarity, confidence, and strategic insight grounded in real-world dealership experience.

ONE UNIFIED TEAM. ONE POWERFUL ADVANTAGE.

If you think your dealership is too big to benefit from NAEDA, you haven’ t been paying attention to the major wins and lasting impact NAEDA continues to deliver across the equipment industry. For decades, dealers of all sizes have benefited from NAEDA’ s advocacy, often without even realizing how much was happening behind the scenes. Today, that impact is stronger than ever.

NAEDA has built a true powerhouse of expertise and leadership, uniting the industry under one strong, credible voice. That unified approach is driving real results, protecting dealer rights, stopping harmful legislation, pushing back against manufacturer overreach, and safeguarding the competitive landscape that allows dealerships to thrive. Whether you operate a single location or a multi-state organization, NAEDA is working every day to protect your ability to compete and grow.

For smaller dealers, the value is undeniable. NAEDA provides access to expertise, advocacy, and guidance that would cost thousands, if not more, through outside legal counsel, all for a fraction of the cost. For larger dealers, NAEDA delivers something no individual organization can achieve alone: industry-wide influence, coordinated defense, and a seat at the table where critical decisions are made.

NAEDA is the voice you trust and the support you need, the insurance policy in your corner, constantly monitoring the incoming fire facing the equipment industry and stepping in before threats become costly realities. Together, under one unified voice, NAEDA is defending the industry today and leading it confidently into the future. EDM

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