Welcome back to Indianapolis, Indiana for
the 2018 NATDA Trade Show & Convention!
While last year’s tenth anniversary was one of the association’s best, we feel we’ve raised the bar with this
year’s trade show.
Our Dealer Education will cover a variety of topics that are either affecting you now or will in the future.
With top industry professionals covering marketing, websites, service, millennials and effective leadership,
there’s something for everyone. To end the day, join us at the NATDA Dealer Panel Discussion to hear what
dealers around the country are doing to keep with up with the industry. You’ll even have the opportunity to
ask questions for everyone to discuss!
Before the official start of the show on Friday, grab a meal at the NATDA President’s Breakfast sponsored
by TexTrail Trailer Parts. In addition to a wonderful breakfast, Google’s Partner Enablement Manager,
Amy Swartz, will explain how the ability to leverage your dealership’s data to anticipate consumer needs
will define your ability to grow. Then, Steve Whittington, Executive Vice President of the Flaman Group of
Companies, will show you that the key to increasing your company’s profits lies in a powerful customer
experience.
Immediately following the tradeshow on Friday, head to Lucas Oil Stadium for one of the most exciting
Friday Night Dealer Receptions we’ve had in a long time. Redneck Trailer Supplies’ Redneck Pit Row will
give you time to rest, refuel and recharge after a great day – right on Lucas Oil Stadium’s field.
After an eventful two days of checking out the latest offerings in the trailer industry, take a free shuttle ride
to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for a special Saturday Dealer Reception sponsored by TRAIL-A-WAY
and Dexter. Take in the sights and sounds of the track with the Lilly Diabetes 250 and Monster Energy
NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying. If you’re looking for more to do, purchase tickets to FGL Fest to see country
superstars Florida Georgia Line with an unforgettable lineup.
The fun doesn’t have to end on Saturday, though. On Sunday, head back to the Indianapolis Motor
Speedway to witness history at the Big Machine Vodka 400 at the Brickyard or Lucas Oil Stadium to see
the Indianapolis Colts take on the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 1 of the NFL Season.
Finally, be sure to clear your schedule on September 5-7, 2019 as we head to St. Louis, Missouri and the
America’s Center for new and exciting adventures. We can’t wait to see you in 2019!
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