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NO. AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSN NAMES THREE NEW REGIONAL LEADERS
Oct. 17, 2025
Source: North American Equipment Dealers Association news release
Kansas City, MO - The North American Equipment Dealers Association (NAEDA) is proud to announce the addition of three new Dealer Development Managers (DDMs), expanding its capacity to serve equipment dealers across North America.
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| Josh Whittaker |
Josh Whittaker - Pacific Northwest & West Coast
Josh grew up in Whitefish, MT, and later moved to Coeur d'Alene, ID, where he has lived since attending North Idaho College to play baseball in 1993. A devoted father to two adult children, Josh enjoys weekends at his cabin on the St. Joe River and is passionate about coaching, hunting, fishing, and golfing. With 30 years in sales and sales management--including 18 years developing territories in the OPE industry with OEMs such as Toro, Giant, and Ventrac--Josh brings a strong background in territory growth and dealer relationship development.
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| Jared Godfrey |
Jared Godfrey - Central Midwest through Texas
Jared is a purpose-driven agricultural leader with over 17 years of cross-functional experience who thrives on turning challenges into growth opportunities. Known for his servant-leadership style, he has empowered dealers, growers, and global teams by building deep relationships, uncovering root causes, and guiding collaborative strategies that unlock potential. From driving a 118% revenue increase in his OEM rep territory to supporting digital agriculture platforms with CNH and Climate FieldView, Jared's career reflects a passion for innovation, people development, and sustainable growth. At NAEDA, he draws on these insights to help dealers strengthen operations, elevate their people, and build confidence for lasting transformation.
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| Aaron Tennyson |
Aaron Tennyson - Lower East Coast & Gulf Region
Aaron is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in business development, strategic account management, and project leadership. Originally from the Midwest, his career has spanned multiple U.S. regions, where he has cultivated and led high-performing teams across diverse business sectors. A motivated leader, Aaron excels at creating collaborative team cultures that focus on achieving maximum performance. Outside of work, he is an avid fan of baseball, billiards, and golf.
"These three leaders bring a unique blend of dealership, OEM, and executive experience to our association," said Tom Healy, Director of Dealer Institute. "With Josh, Jared, and Aaron, NAEDA is strengthening its ability to support dealers with innovative strategies, practical tools, and long-term growth opportunities."
Learn more about NAEDA, visit naeda.com
About NAEDA
Founded in 1900, the North American Equipment Dealers Association (NAEDA) is a non-profit trade organization representing retail dealers engaged in the sale and service of agricultural, construction, industrial, forestry, outdoor power, lawn and garden, and turf equipment. NAEDA provides essential value to its members by strengthening dealer-manufacturer relationships and advocating for a positive legislative and regulatory environment.
Headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, with a Canadian office in Calgary, Alberta, NAEDA works in partnership with regional associations across the United States and Canada to ensure one unified voice for equipment dealers everywhere.
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