AEM celebrated Bergkamp employee Caleb Abell as the winner of AEM’s I Make America sweepstakes, presenting him with a brand-new Mahindra ROXOR utility terrain vehicle (UTV). I Make America, AEM’s national grassroots program, spotlights the people who power the equipment manufacturing industry and brings their stories to state capitals and Washington, D.C.
The 2026 giveaway represents the fifth time I Make America has awarded a UTV during its 16-year history.
AEM, Bergkamp, and Mahindra representatives gathered at Bergkamp’s Salina facility, where Abell was surprised in front of his colleagues and received the keys to the ROXOR.
“At its core, I Make America is about recognizing the men and women who keep equipment manufacturing moving forward and take pride in the work they do every day,” said Kristen Prather, Senior Director of Grassroots Advocacy at the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. “This program gives us a platform to lift up their voices, celebrate their impact, and make sure their stories are heard. We are excited to celebrate Caleb and appreciate the Bergkamp team for hosting us in Salina and helping showcase what Made in America truly means.”
“Bergkamp is proud to work with AEM’s I Make America program and support its mission to recognize the people at the heart of equipment manufacturing,” said Scott Bergkamp, President at Bergkamp. “Our employees make everything we do possible, and it is especially meaningful to see one of our own celebrated through this 16-year-old campaign that continues to unite the industry and drive positive change.”
“Mahindra is proud to be an AEM member and pleased to partner with them on this CONEXPO-CON/AGG raffle,” said Viren Popli, President & CEO, Mahindra Ag North America. “We enjoy the opportunity to serve the rural lifestyle community and small farmers and ranchers through our 20 - 75 HP tractor line-up and the ROXOR utility vehicle.”
Abell was randomly selected from I Make America supporters who attended CONEXPO-CON/AGG, where attendees were invited to sign a letter in support of infrastructure funding.
View photos from the event below, or visit the event photo gallery.
About Bergkamp
Bergkamp designs and manufactures equipment for the pavement preservation industry, working with contractors and government agencies around the world to support the full pavement life cycle. Founded in 1977 in Salina, Kansas, the company has manufactured pavement maintenance equipment since 1980 and continues to hand-build its equipment in America. Bergkamp’s product lineup includes slurry seal and micro surfacing pavers, pothole patchers, mobile support units, spreader boxes and other solutions backed by training, technical consulting, customer support and service.
