The Canadian Equipment Dealers Association (CEDA) announced its merging with the Associated Equipment Distributors (AED). The merger is expected to be a seamless transition for CEDA and is scheduled to be finalized by November 1st.

“We are pleased with the outcome of the vote and look forward to the future with AED,” said CEDA president and CEO Beverly J. Leavitt. “CEDA board members carefully evaluated various factors before selecting AED. AED offers the best benefits and resources for our members going forward. AED’s history of providing first rate dealer education and advocacy on behalf of the equipment industry played a big role in our decision.”

Leavitt will take on the role of vice president at AED and will be responsible for seeing a smooth integration of CEDA’s over 160 members into AED. She will also work on member recruitment for AED in her new role.

“We are confident that CEDA members will see increased value with the merger of their organization into AED. CEDA has a long history of delivering outstanding service to its members and we look to build upon this strong foundation,” said AED president and CEO Brian P. McGuire. “The industry will be stronger as we unite as one organization.”

CEDA members will gain access to the full range of AED resources and benefits including educational conferences and seminars, online courses, multiple industry reports and strong advocacy in Ottawa. AED will carry on CEDA’s representation
at the provincial level in Ontario.