New York Entrepreneur Wins KIOTI Tractor Success Story Contest

The winners in life think in terms of “I can.” So when KIOTI Tractor announced the winner of its 2008 National Success Stories competition last month, Richard Vega of Lake George, N.Y., it made perfect sense that they would pick an accomplished entrepreneur with an I-can-succeed attitude.

“A picture is worth a thousand words,” stated Ron Parrish, market development manager of KIOTI. “The photos sent with Vega’s entry really made it apparent how much work he has done with his tractor, showcasing its ability to be a valuable tool for small business owners, landscapers and do-it-yourselfers.”

To be eligible for the contest, participants were required to submit a KIOTI tractor serial number, the dealer name and date they purchased the utility machine, a description of how they use their tractor and a photograph of themselves with the unit. One winner was selected each month, with the monthly winners becoming eligible for the grand prize. Vega owns Adirondack Furniture Designs, a rustic furniture design business and uses his DK45SE HST tractor for a variety of tasks from landscaping, to tree cutting and hauling, to snow removal and lifting. To accomplish this diversity of tasks, he equipped the tractor with a number of implements, including a loader, landscape rake, blade and pallet forks.

“My beautiful DK45SE HST has it all,” said Vega. “It’s powerful, yet easy-to-handle and its three-point hitch is great for setting up implements. I have cleared three acres of wooded land and made the property around our shop look like a state park, substantially increasing its value. My investment in the KIOTI DK45 was worth every penny. I’ve had no problems with the machine. No comparable tractor would give me all the features on my KIOTI at a similar cost, plus KIOTI’s four-year, full-fleet warranty set my mind at ease.”

Vega purchased his KIOTI tractor through Wallace Tractor & Equipment of Lake Ariel, Pa. This national contest was run online through www.KIOTI.com. Go there and explore.