Seasoned trailer show dealers share their secrets for making the most of the trailer industry’ s busiest three days of the year!
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How To Tackle the NATDA Trailer Show Like An Expert!
Seasoned trailer show dealers share their secrets for making the most of the trailer industry’ s busiest three days of the year!
IF YOU RUN A DEALERSHIP, THIS TRIP PAYS FOR ITSELF.
Explore 6 football fields of exhibitors
Network with 4,500 + trailer professionals
Gain insights through 30 + dealer‐focused education, training and service sessions
We asked the Dealer Advisory Council for their actual, road-tested strategies for attending the show. Here’ s the exact advice the Dealer Advisory Council swears by.
“ Make a plan- write down a list of vendors or people you want to meet, products you want to see, and things you want to learn more about.”
— Ronnie Enns, CEO, Happy Trailers
“ My top tip is to come to the NATDA Trailer Show focused on today’ s challenges and ready to learn. With current issues affecting the trailer industry, from driver shortages and fuel costs to material surcharges and labor shortages, this year’ s Show in Nashville is especially important.
Take advantage of the education, new technology, and conversations with manufacturers and dealers to better understand what’ s coming next. You don’ t want to miss this opportunity for real‐world insights, innovation, and connection across the industry.”
— Nick Mirsberger, President, Mirsberger Trailers
“ My top tip for making the most of the NAT- DA Trailer Show is to go in with a clear plan.
Identify the key vendors / manufacturers and connections you want to make ahead of time, but stay flexible enough to take advantage of unexpected opportunities on the floor. Some of the best value comes from conversations you didn’ t plan.”
“ Also, don’ t just browse, engage. Ask questions, build relationships, and follow up quickly after the show to turn those connections into real business.”
— Shane Thompson, President, Action Trailers
Dealers: Make plans to attend their session in Nashville:
2026 Town Haul Hosted by the NATDA Dealer Advisory Council Tuesday, September 1 8:00 to 9:45 AM
This is your chance to talk best practices, tackle real industry issues side by side with peers, and get straight answers to your toughest questions.
We Want To Hear From You!
The Dealer Advisory Council is here to advise on issues that are most important to NATDA Dealer Members. Whether it’ s inventory management, hiring, staffing, or operations, this group of experienced trailer professionals is ready to share their insights and experience. What topics would you like the Council to address in future articles and communications?
Email NATDA at council @ natda. org with the subject line,“ Advisory Council.”
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