The member directory, industry benchmarking, the monthly sales report, the Emerging Leaders Group, state warranty and buyback laws, HR guidance, Savings4Members discounts, and OPEESA University — all gathered here. Most of what’s below is reserved for current members.
ITR economic trend data, member benchmarking surveys, and presentation materials from the Annual Meeting, so you can plan against real industry performance.
OPE Channel Research Report: Stable but FragileDistribution Strategy Group, for OPEESA (August 2026) — a 202-respondent survey plus dealer, distributor, and manufacturer interviews on channel health, PE pressure, and what's reshaping distribution through 2031.
A monthly benchmarking report compiled by OPEESA from participating distributor members — monthly and fiscal year-to-date sales trends, year-over-year variation, and an accounts receivable aging comparison going back several years. Published monthly, with roughly 60% of distributor members reporting in.
Full Sample ReportSee the report's layout — sample figures redacted for confidentiality.
Figures shown are redacted; the real report includes complete data for participating companies.
Monthly & fiscal year-to-date sales trendsTotal dollar volume and % change vs. the same period last year, across all reporting firms.
Accounts receivable aging benchmarkCurrent, 30-, 60-, and 90-day past-due percentages, compared against prior years.
This report draws on sales data OPEESA's distributor members report confidentially — access is limited to manufacturers and participating distributors.Manufacturers & distributors only
This report is reserved for manufacturers and participating distributors — most members and non-members won't see it in their account.Learn How to Access the Report
Emerging Leaders Group
Programming, networking, and resources for members under 40 shaping the industry's future.
The citations you need on dealer agreement termination, inventory repurchase, and warranty reimbursement — state by state, prepared for OPEESA by outside counsel.
AlabamaTermination: Ala. Code §§ 8-21A-2, 4 · Warranty: Ala. Code § 8-21A-10
CaliforniaTermination: Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code §§ 22901, 22903 · Warranty: Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code § 22903.3
OPEESA's partnership with The Workplace Advisors gives members expert HR guidance and support at an affordable monthly rate — a national consulting and training firm that understands outdoor power equipment and engine service businesses.
Unlimited HR compliance consulting with a dedicated consultant
Custom-tailored Employee Handbook services
Monthly legislative updates and follow-up consulting on regulatory changes
Across-the-board savings on services, including recruiting — no set-up fees, no employee limits
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) — Policy TemplateA ready-to-customize policy covering employee AI use, compliance, and confidentiality — from The Workplace Advisors.
A free, optional program giving members pre-negotiated discounts in 20+ categories — from credit card processing and fuel to office supplies and payroll. The average member saves $14,000 a year.
1. AccessSign in to browse pre-vetted national vendor partners.
2. ActivateA Savings Team reviews your business and turns on the right discounts.
3. Add It UpTrack your savings as they accumulate.
Sign in to access your Savings4Members dashboard and see what's already negotiated for you.
Technician certification through EETC, dealer development and order forms, and sales and leadership training through OPEESA's AEA and MHEDA partnerships.
Technician CertificationA recognized credential for OPE service technicians, administered by EETC.
Dealer Development & Order FormsThe BFM Dealer Order Form, plus dealer education through the annual Equip Exposition.
Sales & Leadership TrainingAEA's University of Innovative Distribution and self-paced sales courses, plus MHEDA webinars.
Every program below is open to view — sign in as a member for account features.
