Content Tagged: "Region 4"

Dorothy “Dot” Williford, owner, Dot’s Rentals & Sales, is considered a legend in her time to the folks in Texarkana, Texas. See how Williford, who just turned 91 on March 8, is cementing her company’s legacy as a women-owned-and-operated, customer service-focused business with the addition of her daughter and granddaughter.

Three rental leaders from Region Four were honored during The ARA Show™ in New Orleans in February. See who was honored and why. 

Great location, wonderful networking, valuable education, busy show floor and memorable events made The ARA Show™ 2024 in New Orleans a huge success. See what attendees from Region Four had to say about their show experiences. 

After recent elections, some new faces will be joining the ARA of Louisiana board of directors. See who has volunteered their service.

Hello, my fellow American Rental Association (ARA) Region Four colleagues. What a whirlwind it has been, especially with The ARA Show™ in New Orleans in February. See my regional message for a recap as well as ideas for how to make this spring your best ever.

Hello, American Rental Association (ARA) Region Four members. Angela Nussel, CERP, your regional director, here. This is a great time to reflect so we can embrace the coming year. See how.

The American Rental Association (ARA) recently held its annual Women in Rental and Young Professional Network (YPN) conferences in Clearwater Beach, Fla., in October. See the valuable takeaways gained by those who attended.

The outlook for 2024 is continued growth for equipment and event rental operators in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas, according to American Rental Association (ARA) Region Four Director Angela Nussel, CERP, vice president, Premiere Events in Austin, Texas.

Hi, American Rental Association (ARA) Region Four members. Marty Bamburg, ARA of Louisiana president, here. Thank you for allowing me to share some industry news on the regional and national fronts.

For G. Richard Young Jr., owner, Element in New Orleans, growth has meant taking three distinct actions: diversifying and investing in both middle management and technology. It is a strategy he says is now more important than ever.

Equipment rental pros may pursue certifications for their specific rental segment. See what certifications are available and who from Region Four have received them. 

Hello American Rental Association (ARA) members in Region Four. October is Careers in Construction Month. This month provides an opportunity to celebrate the diverse and rewarding career opportunities available in the rental field.

This summer has been extremely hot and challenging for our crews. Besides the weather, another significant threat is cybertheft. Learn how to protect your operation.  

Loot Rentals, with locations in Austin and Fort Worth, Texas, is a place where the feelings created by the rentals are just as important as the actual items. It is boutique rentals at its best. See how sisters-in-law and co-owners Rhoda Brimberry and Anna Crelia are creating “good vibes” for their clients.

Hello, American Rental Association (ARA) Region Four members. I am Pat Reynolds, owner of Journey Productions in Lawton, Okla., and I also serve as ARA of Oklahoma president. 

Hello, American Rental Association (ARA) Region Four members. I am Gary Jones Jr., owner of North Main Tool Rental in Houston and North Main Tool Rental Magnolia in Magnolia. I also am the new president of the Texas Rental Association (TRA) and happy to be sharing my thoughts with you about goals and paying close attention to what is happening on the economic front.

Learn what steps two Texas rental operators implemented after their equipment was stolen off job sites and discover other theft-prevention tips that will help protect your equipment and facility.

Hello, American Rental Association (ARA) Region Four members. During this busy rental season, we all have to remember to pay extra attention to theft and, in particular, the prevention of it at our facilities, at job sites and through conversion. Thieves continue to up their game. That means, especially when we are the busiest, we need to stay sharp. Learn how and discover the latest regional news. 

Nearly 60 members of the American Rental Association (ARA) gathered in Washington, D.C., in March for ARA’s National Legislative Caucus. See what the experience was like for members from Region Four who took part. 

A visit to a rental operation to get a water pump for a home project served as the impetus for David and Shirley Landua to start U-Rent-It-Sales & Service in Terrell, Texas, in 1979. Forty-four years later, the business boasts three locations, including a recent expansion of its home store. 

Hello, American Rental Association (ARA) Region Four members. I hope all is going well at your operations. I would like to focus on a very important topic that I don’t think we focus on enough: mental health. Mental Health Awareness Month, which is in May, is an annual observance dedicated to raising awareness around mental health challenges.

Listen to the on-hold message at Top Gunn Equipment Rentals in Austin, Texas, and you instantly know this is not your typical rental operation. See how Brandon Marrs, company president, has put his unique stamp on the business.

American Rental Association (ARA) members from Texas were excited to have the opportunity to let their voices be heard during the Texas Rental Association’s (TRA) State Legislative Day on Feb. 28. See what they shared.

Hello, American Rental Association (ARA) members in Region Four. I am Marty Bamburg, owner of Bamco of LA d/b/a Bayou Bounce Co. in Shreveport, La. I also serve as ARA of Louisiana president and am happy to share all that is happening in our region.