Agenda

 
8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Registration Open

Pick up your badges and convention information at the registration desk.

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

General Membership Meeting

All members and State Executive Directors are invited to attend and vote on the 2024 Officers.

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

First Timers Reception

First time at convention as a dealer? We want to meet, learn about you and help you get the most out of your convention experience during this reception sponsored by ACV Auctions and Advantage GPS.

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

20 Group Member Happy Hour

20 Group members are invited to have a drink and relax in an invitation-only reception sponsored by AutoZone | ALLDATA and CARS.com.

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Welcome Reception

Join us for a drink and hors d'oeuvres in our welcome reception sponsored by ACV Auctions to kick off your convention week!

7:30 am - 7:00 pm

Registration Desk

Pick up your badges and convention information at the registration desk.

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Opening General Session

Meet the new NIADA president, Michael Darrow, listen to the annual Analytics Report and kick off your convention education.

10:15 am - 12:00 pm

Breakout Sessions

Learn from the leading industry experts in BHPH, compliance, management, marketing and retail.

12:15 pm - 2:15 pm

Finance Fair Luncheon

Dealers are invited to join us for a luncheon with dedicated time to meet with capital providers.

2:30 pm - 4:15 pm

Breakout Sessions

Learn from the leading industry experts in BHPH, compliance, management, marketing and retail.

3:30 pm - 4:15 pm

Women in Automotive Reception

Take a break and come toast the outstanding women in our industry. All registered guests are welcome.

3:30 pm - 4:15 pm

National Quality Dealer Reception

Past National Quality Dealers winners will have an opportunity to mingle with this year’s nominees in an invitation-only reception.

4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

General Session – Keynote Speaker

Experience decorated U.S. Navy SEAL, best-selling author and podcast host Marcus Luttrell as he shares his story of perseverance with independent car dealers. Marcus' experience translated into a book and film titled "Lone Survivor." Don't miss this year’s keynote speaker as he addresses attendees just before the grand opening of the Expo Hall.

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Expo Hall Grand Opening

This is where business happens! Meet with leading industry providers and enjoy a drink at the grand reveal of the largest expo hall in the used car industry. Reception sponsored by Buckeye Dealership Consulting.

8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Registration Desk

Pick up your badges and convention information at the registration desk.

9:00 am - 10:45 am

Breakout Sessions

Learn from the leading industry experts in BHPH, compliance, management, marketing and retail.

11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Expo Hall Networking Lunch

Continue the conversation with leading industry providers over lunch in the expo hall.

2:15 pm - 5:00 pm

Breakout Sessions

Learn from the leading industry experts in BHPH, compliance, management, marketing and retail.

5:15 pm - 7:15 pm

Expo Hall Reception

Cheers to a good day at NIADA! Enjoy your last reception in the expo hall before we wrap things up on Thursday.

8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Registration Desk

Pick up your badges and convention information at the registration desk.

9:00 am - 10:45 am

Breakout Sessions

Learn from the leading industry experts in BHPH, compliance, management, marketing and retail.

11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Expo Hall Networking Lunch

Let’s make some deals over lunch in the expo hall.

2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Foundation Vehicle Auction

Support the NIADA Foundation and bid in our live vehicle auction in the expo hall.

2:45 pm - 4:30 pm

Closing General Session Awards Presentation

Let’s recognize award recipients and close out the convention with the announcement of the 2024 NIADA National Quality Dealer of the Year!