In this episode of Conversations with CSG, John Deignan – Principal Consultant in Heavy Equipment at CSG Talent is joined by Josh Stolpe, General Manager at Papé Machinery.

Papé Machinery is part of The Papé Group, a premier capital equipment dealer in the US, family owned and in operation since 1938. The core part of the business is new, used and rental equipment, plus parts and servicing to a wealth of industry sectors. Papé operates largely within agriculture and construction, dealing with heavy duty construction and equipment such as tractors, often as a John Deere dealer.

In this conversation, Josh Stolpe shares his extensive experience at PAPE, discussing his career journey, the complexities of the equipment dealership industry, and the significant changes brought about by technology and market dynamics. He emphasizes the importance of adaptability in the face of challenges, particularly post-COVID, and highlights the role of AI in transforming dealership operations and enhancing customer experiences.

During the podcast episode, some of the focus areas we delve into include:

·       Josh's Journey at PAPE

·       Navigating Industry Changes

·       Adapting to Market Shifts

·       The Rise in Used Equipment Sales

·       The Role of Technology in Dealerships

·       Talent Acquisition and Technician Shortage

·       Leadership Strategies in Diverse Customer Environments

·       AI and Future Innovations

If you’re keen to discuss podcast insights in more detail, please get in touch with John Deignan. Alternatively, if you’d like to join us as a guest on Conversations with CSG, to share market insights or tell your career journey story - please get in touch with our marketing team – csgmarketing@csgtalent.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.