NATDA Magazine Nov/Dec 2023 | Page 57

The most attending dealerships . The largest exhibit hall . The highest classroom attendance .
The NATDA Trailer Show returned to Music City Center in Nashville , August 29-31 , 2023 , for another recordshattering year .
Things kicked off Tuesday , August 29th , with the first day of Dealership Performance Training sponsored by Dura-Haul Trailers , which included technical workshops , the Dealer Operations Roundtable , and The Future of Selling panel .
New this year was the Women in Business Roundtable and Networking Event co-sponsored by The Trailer Parts Outlet and ATW . Moderated by Caitlin Jugert , NATDA Women in the Trailer Industry Committee Chair , President of The Trailer Parts Outlet , and co-host of the “ Women in the Trailer Industry ” podcast , the event hosted more than 80 women and men from all areas of the industry to discuss how to champion more female participation in the industry .
Tuesday capped off with the Dealer Welcome Happy Hour sponsored by Elkhart Trailer Company , FIRMAN Power Equipment , Mahindra , Nation Safe Drivers , and VoltSwitch GPS . Dealers enjoyed an hour of networking , light bites , and drinks before exploring Nashville ’ s attractions .
Dealers from around North America shared their thoughts on industry topics at the second annual Dealer Operations Roundtable .
Professionals from all areas of the industry discussed ways to champion more female participation in the industry at the Women in Business Roundtable & Networking Event .
Education continued Wednesday morning with technician training and marketing , human resources , operations , and service courses , including new offerings from Kiefer Likens ( The Trailer Parts Outlet ), Jake Bartow ( Clicklease ), and Detective Charles Warner ( Arizona Department of Public Safety Multi-Agency Vehicle Theft Task Force ). continued on next page
A panel of industry experts discussed the latest in ecommerce and digital engagement at The Future of Selling panel .
Dealers learned valuable skills and strategies during Dealership Performance Training .
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