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Inside AED Great Moments from the AED 2013 Summit With his wife Carol beside him, 2013 Chairman Mike Quirk receives the official Chairman's pin from his inducting officer, former AED Chairman Paul Campbell. Keynoter John Hofmeister inspired a standing ovation following an impassioned speech about America's energy future. Master of Ceremonies Chris Pera (right) gives AED's thanks for a job well done to 2012 Chairman Larry Glynn, accompanied by his wife Debbie. Stuart Varney of Fox News fame told his stories behind the headlines at Thursday's Breakfast program. A ceremonial ribbon-cutting opened the 2013 CONDEX trade show – Left to right: Mike Quirk, Larry Glynn and Toby Mack. Gary Grady, (left) president of West Virginia Tractor, accepts his Pundit of the Year award from AED President and CEO Toby Mack. 12 | www.cedmag.com | Construction Equipment Distribution | February 2013 12_Summit_Recap_KP.indd 12 1/30/13 2:56 PM

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• FEATURES: Do Your Best Practices Smoke the Competition-- or Burn Opportunity? Lots of companies have burned millions of dollars because they couldnt - or wouldnt- follow the disciplines of true implementation.
• FEATURES: Just Say Yes: Accepting challenges and doing the hard work is the norm for Mike Quirk, vice president of Operations at Wagner Equipment Co. - now hes taking on the responsibilities of AEDs top volunteer post: 2013 Chairman.
• From the Chairman: Its a mixed bag this year, but well be ready.
• Editors Note: Black and Blue, but coals still in the game.
• On the Numbers: Tax on investments income (including rental) is a big deal.
• Recruitment & Retention: What not to do if youre looking for a job.
• Aftermarket: We sell things- so why not labor programs, too?
• Washington Insider: Good news for business tax reform- less emotion.
• Inside AED
• Groundwork
• Industry Beat
• Play It Safe
• Advertisers Index
• Dealer Data
• AED Summit Photo Recap
• Top 10 Things Dealers Should Know About the American Taxpayer Relief ACt 2012
• FEATURE: Follow That Customer: Participate in online marketing techniques that keep your dealership at the forefront of prospects Web searches.
• FEATURE: You Cant Run and You Cant Hide from Obamacare: U.S. dealers with 50 and more employees will need to start making important decisions this year--but one of the best things every employer can do is communicate.