‘Through the efforts of this association and the national association we were able to keep the Fulbright Amendment in the new OPA bill. Without the association we would not have been protected in any way in Washington.’
Frank Cornell, First president presiding over the 1946 inaugural meeting of what is now Far West Equipment Dealers Association
FWEDA Makes A Difference
Since 1946, equipment dealers across our territories have relied on Far West Equipment Dealers Association as a unified voice protecting and promoting the interests of our members. We strengthen vital relationships and improve the business environment through leadership, advocacy, professional development and industry partnerships. Join FWEDA today to improve your bottom line.
Advocacy. Influence. Alliances.
Building Better Business

Awareness
Get insights and information to keep pace with trends and industry transformation.

Industry Data
Take advantage of actionable economic and workforce metrics that drive decision-making.

Connections
Engage with decision-makers and a network of industry peers on key issues affecting your business.

Consulting
Expert guidance on legislative, regulatory and legal matters to advance your business interests.

Experiences
Align with peers to influence and improve outcomes for the equipment industry.

Benefits
Gain access to special pricing and incentives on products and services.
Far West tracks legislation and regulation in each of our seven states,
and in the nation’s Capital. FWEDA’s legislative funds contribute to select candidates and causes that support the industry.
PROFESSIONAL & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
We are a resource for leadership, coaching and workforce development to attract and retain qualified talent.
We connect dealers with information, resources and experts to assist in your day-to-day operations — legal, accounting, employee relations, compliance — to improve your business profitability.
FWEDA’s strategic alliances are sharply focused on cultivating relationships
that pay dividends for our member businesses.
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“Far West Equipment Dealers Association's involvement in the Right-to-Repair legislative effort has been key to ensuring the livelihood of dealers in California and across Far West territories.” Clayton Camp, CEO |
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“I love being a part of Far West. I love what they're doing for the dealers and I think that we need to keep it up and get more of the younger generation to start grabbing ahold of the networking and why you do this kind of thing.” Chanse McGuire, VP |
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“Just this past year we had three states in the Far West where we had Right-to-Repair legislation and it was the involvement of Far West and the dealers in those particular states that were able to beat back that legislation and keep it from becoming a problem for us.” Tom Rosztoczy, President |