AMC announces a new panel session in its lineup for FORGE: AMC’s 2025 Annual Expo and Trade Show. Nancy Malone of the North American Equipment Dealers Association (NAEDA), will facilitate a panel presentation “Breaking Barriers: Dealers on the Future of Partnerships”.
Dealers know what it takes to make partnerships work – and where they break down. In this facilitated conversation, Nancy Malone of the North American Equipment Dealers Association (NAEDA) sits down with Marlin Stolz, Equipment Ontario, and other dealer leaders to share unfiltered insights on what manufacturers must do to build stronger, more resilient dealer networks. Drawing from NAEDA’s Dealer-Manufacturer Relations Report and real-world experiences, this session will challenge assumptions, spotlight opportunities for collaboration, and explore how manufacturers and dealers can grow together in a changing market.
Register for FORGE: AMC’s 2025 Annual Expo and Trade Show to attend in their insightful presentation.
About The Facilitator
Nancy Malone, Vice President, Canada, North American Equipment Dealers Association (NAEDA)
Nancy’s career includes 20 years of association management experience, with a strong focus on developing collaborative partnerships to advance the interests of her membership groups.
Nancy oversees NAEDA’s initiatives in Canada, working closely with dealers, industry leaders, stakeholders, and partner program providers to enhance advocacy efforts, develop educational programs, and drive the association’s strategic goals.
Prior to joining NAEDA in January 2025, she was Managing Director of the John Deere Construction & Forestry Equipment Dealers Association for nine years. In past roles, Nancy served as Vice President, Operations and Manager, Economic Analysis for the Canadian Association of Oilwell Drilling Contractors (CAODC), where she spearheaded key initiatives in member issues and communication, stakeholder relations, and government relations. Early in her career, she also worked in Ottawa as a political staffer on Parliament Hill.
Nancy is originally from Regina, Saskatchewan. She holds a B.A. from Berry College in Rome, Georgia and an MBA from the University of Calgary.
About The Panellists
Marlin Stoltz, General Manager, Equipment Ontario
With over four decades of dedicated volunteer and agribusiness expertise, Marlin is a cornerstone of Ontario's agricultural sector. As President and Chief Strategy Officer of Equipment Ontario, Marlin drives the mission to provide top-tier farm equipment and solutions to growers and producers across Central Ontario, supporting the production of food that nourishes families throughout the province and beyond.
As Chief Strategy Officer, Marlin spearheads mergers and acquisitions, while identifying and navigating opportunities to strengthen the agricultural community. His strategic vision has been instrumental in advancing the sector, including his pivotal role in 2020 in proposing North Perth as a central hub for Agricultural Economic Development. Marlin's advocacy for relocating education and training to North Perth led to his appointment to the board of directors for the Ontario Agricultural Discovery Center, which he is helping bring to reality.
With 35 years of experience in strategic and visionary planning, as well as senior leadership, Marlin has shaped the agricultural landscape. He has collaborated with manufacturers and engineers to design, develop, and test innovative products that have transformed farming practices over the decades. His influence extends to policy, having provided direct input into the last seven provincial budgets, securing funding for rural high-speed internet and raising awareness for rural mental health support. Additionally, Marlin has served as a volunteer strategist for two leading agricultural institutions, offering invaluable guidance.
Jeff McGavin, Branch Manager - Bobcat, Robert’s Equipment
With over 40 years in the farm equipment industry, Jeff McGavin has built a respected reputation as both a business leader and community champion in Huron County. As Owner of Roberts Equipment and Branch Manager of Bobcat Huron, Jeff continues a legacy of agricultural excellence and local service that dates back to 1936.
Jeff has long believed that shortline manufacturers are the innovators of the industry. Under his leadership, Roberts has remained committed to providing farmers with dependable, adaptable solutions—living up to its historic taglines: “Your shortline specialists” and “We sell the best but can get the rest.”
Throughout his career, Jeff has been deeply involved in advancing agricultural industry standards and collaboration. He served more than a decade on the Canada East Equipment Dealers Association, including two years as Chairman, where he worked to strengthen industry partnerships, training, and dealer support across Eastern Canada.
A proud Huron County native, Jeff’s early years in 4-H instilled lifelong values of teamwork, leadership, and service. He has since contributed to numerous boards and organizations focused on agriculture, youth development, and mental health, including local youth wellness initiatives that support the next generation in rural communities. For Jeff, business success and community service go hand in hand. “I’ve always believed that if you give to the community, the community gives back,” he says—a philosophy that has guided both his business growth and his civic engagement.