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AED University, your FREE Learning Management System
AED University is an educational service of The AED Foundation, an affiliate of the Associated Equipment Distributors. The curriculum includes industry-specific training in management, parts, service, sales, rental and customer service and technical and safety compliance training is also available through our online educational partners. Check it out at www.aedu.org.

What's New for CFOs
Give you managers the power to know how what they do effects impacts your bottom line.
This is a common problem. We have a solution for you. Web-Based Financial Management 101 is an introductory web-based course for non-financial managers.

Web-based Financial Management 102 will teach non-financial managers how to calculate, interpret and analyze the financial ratios most commonly used in the equipment distribution industry. Both courses are easily accessible.

For a demo Click Here.

Webinars and Seminars for CFOs
These programs are designed specifically for you, the CFO. You may find others of interest in the pages for Branch, Parts, Service, Rental and Sales Managers as well.

Webinars for CFOs
The Art and Secret to a Quick Close
Sept. 13, 10:00 am to 11:00 am CDT

Industry Financial Updates for CEO/CFOs
Dec.13, 10:00 am to 11:00 am CDT

Seminars for CFOs
AED's CFO Conference, BDO Seidman
Oct. 20 & 21 in Oak Brook, IL

"AED University has some great courses. I like that they are industry-specific. You can't get that anywhere else."
Mike Sullivan, General Manager, Chadwick-BaRoss, Inc.

Featured Story
Perhaps what Congress needs now is ? YOU!
Christian Klein, 1-1-2011
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Articles of Interest
New Web-Based Financial Management Course
In business it all comes down to the bottom line.
CED Magazine, February, 2010
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Proactive Planning In The Dry Lending Climate
By Rich Moskwa, CED Magazine, January 2011
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More Signs of Recovery for Construction Equipment Demand
By Eli Lustgarten, CED Magazine, March, 2011
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Profits Anyone?
AED's new 20 Group program will provide dealers of all sizes with clear direction for rebuilding business.
By Gary Gartecki, CED Magazine, February, 2011
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Roth IRA Changes: As Good as Good News May Get in 2010
Beginning this year, converting from traditional IRA holds numerous advantages for high-income individuals, including the unexpected benefit of estate planning.
By Herb Johnson, CPA, CED Magazine, March, 2010
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What Will AED Management Certification Do For Our Dealership?
Increase revenue, reduce expenses, and improve asset utilization by giving your managers the industry- and position-specific training they need to do their best for you.

AED Certified Managers are counted among the finest in the equipment distribution industry. Through their commitment to ongoing professional development and a dedication to serving their organizations, these managers are setting the benchmark for workplace performance, giving their dealers the competitive edge.

AED University Management Certification in Branch Operations, Parts, Service, and Rental
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Read a recent article about the importance of management certification for you and your dealership.
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What Keith Miller, AED Certified Branch from Ditch Witch of Ohio, W. PA & W. NY says about getting his AED Management Certification:
"I did not know what to expect when I started my AED Branch Operations Manager Certification training. Once started, I was surprised at how much information I was able to collect from each module. I then was able to apply that to my daily routine. This not only improved my relationship with our customers, but did the same with the employees who are under me, as well as those who work with me. Anyone who has an opportunity to study these modules and apply the concepts to their daily work place, will immediately see a change in the way everyone responds to them. I would highly recommend this training to anyone looking to improve their customer and employee relationships."

Want to Keep Your Options Open?
Find out where you excel professionally and what skills need improvement by spending a few minutes with the AED Foundation's Basic Skills Assessment (BSA). This convenient tool will showcase your strongest professional competencies and show you how you can optimize your total skill set by identifying areas where professional education could boost your professional performance. This is a totally confidential process between you and The AED Foundation.

How the Basic Skills Assessment Works: (more)
The BSA provides a series of questions about your professional skills and competencies. Consider each question carefully. For the most accurate result, be sure to be as candid with yourself as possible. Keep in mind the skills you will need to further your career.

Your BSA result will come to you in a free, no obligation Personal Development Plan from The AED Foundation. This plan will highlight your strengths and show you how to bolster your skill level where appropriate with professional education offerings from AED University, the only place to find the industry- and position-specific educational resources you need to excel professionally. You will receive a follow up call to answer any questions.

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