2024 Agenda
All times listed are Central Standard times.
Sunday
July 21, 2024
12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Sponsor Registration / Help Desk
12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Exhibitor Move-In
12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Dealer Registration / Help Desk
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
House of Delegates
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Leadership & Platinum Sponsors Activity (invitation only)
6:30 p.m - 8:30 p.m.
Welcome Reception
Monday
July 22, 2024
7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
Breakfast
7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Dealer Registration / Help Desk
7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sponsor Registration / Help Desk
8:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
Opening General Session
9:15 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.
Coffee Break
9:45 a.m. - 10:25 a.m.
Concurrent Dealer Round Tables
10:30 a.m. - 11:10 a.m.
Concurrent Dealer Round Tables
11:15 a.m. - 11:55 p.m.
Concurrent Dealer Round Tables
12:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Grand Opening
2:45 p.m. - 3:00p.m.
Coffee & Dessert Break
3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
General Session
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Happy Hour with the Exhibitors
Tuesday
July 23, 2024
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Dealer Registration / Help Desk
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Morning Coffee & Pastries
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Past Presidents Breakfast
9:00 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Expo/ Lunch/ Giveaways
2:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Closing General Session
6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Awards Ceremony Reception
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Presidential Awards Banquet
Sunday
July 21, 2024
12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Sponsor Registration / Help Desk
Welcome! Let me be the first to say, we love you Sponsors. Come by any time during these hours to pick up your sponsor/exhibitor packet and ask us any questions you may have about the conference. Oh, and did we say we love you?
12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Exhibitor Move-In
12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Dealer Registration / Help Desk
Welcome! Hit us up any time during these hours to pick up your dealer registration packet and snazzy backpack. Ask us any questions you may have about the conference.
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
House of Delegates
Association business, everyone is welcome!
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Leadership & Platinum Sponsors Activity (invitation only)
Exclusive event.
6:30 p.m - 8:30 p.m.
Welcome Reception
It’s like a family reunion! Everyone is welcome. Drinks are on us the first hour, don’t be late.
Plus some lite bites will be available this year.
Monday
July 22, 2024
7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
Breakfast
Following yesterday’s warm welcome reception, join us for a hearty breakfast to kickstart your day! We’ve taken your feedback to heart and enhanced our menu with more substantial food options. And of course, we’ll have plenty of caffeine available to ensure you’re energized and ready for the day ahead.
7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Dealer Registration / Help Desk
Welcome! Hit us up any time during these hours to pick up your dealer registration packet and snazzy backpack. Ask us any questions you may have about the conference.
7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sponsor Registration / Help Desk
Welcome! Let me be the first to say, we love you Sponsor. Come by any time during these hours to pick up your sponsor/exhibitor packet and ask us any questions you may have about the conference. Oh, and did we say we love you?
8:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
Opening General Session
If you missed him last year, fear not. Jonathan Smoke, Chief Economist for Cox Automotive, is back to present “Economic Trends Shaping the Independent Auto Dealer Landscape.” Jonathan will review the current state of the US and Texas economies and what the context will mean for the vehicle market through the rest of 2024 and next year.
9:15 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.
Coffee Break
Fuel up with some java to rev your engines before diving into the Dealer Roundtables!
9:45 a.m. - 10:25 a.m.
Concurrent Dealer Round Tables
The conference’s highlight, with a unique twist! This year, each Roundtable will delve into a different topic. Choose your top three preferences or divide and conquer, as invaluable insights await in every session. Topics and locations are published here.
10:30 a.m. - 11:10 a.m.
Concurrent Dealer Round Tables
The conference’s highlight, with a unique twist! This year, each Roundtable will delve into a different topic. Choose your top three preferences or divide and conquer, as invaluable insights await in every session. Topics and locations are published here.
11:15 a.m. - 11:55 p.m.
Concurrent Dealer Round Tables
The conference’s highlight, with a unique twist! This year, each Roundtable will delve into a different topic. Choose your top three preferences or divide and conquer, as invaluable insights await in every session. Topics and locations are published here.
12:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Grand Opening
Here you will find all the best vendors in the world under one roof. This will include lunch and prizes. Feel free to schedule meetings and demos prior to the conference to get the most out of your time. And, did we say the best vendors in the world?
2:45 p.m. - 3:00p.m.
Coffee & Dessert Break
Revitalize and energize yourself with a delightful selection of coffee and delectable desserts before the commencement of the general session!
3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
General Session
Stick around for a can’t-miss Monday afternoon General Session, featuring Jean Noonan of Hudson Cook. Jean will provide up-to-date answers to all of your questions about the pending FTC CARS Rule, including its current legal status. The FTC plans to enact the CARS Rule, which will cause major disruptions for many dealers if it is enacted.
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Happy Hour with the Exhibitors
This really is the hour when everyone gets happy! Drinks on us and plenty of snacks to tide you over till dinner. Bring the spouse and kids.
Tuesday
July 23, 2024
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Dealer Registration / Help Desk
Looking for a day pass huh? Stop by during this time and a friendly TIADA team member will help get you registered and caught up on anything you missed. Ask us any questions you may have about the conference.
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Morning Coffee & Pastries
You may need some caffeine after that Happy hour, we’ve got you covered.
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Past Presidents Breakfast
For TIADA past presidents.
9:00 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
Five sessions happening simultaneously—it’s a lot to juggle! If only you could be in five places at once. Be sure to strategize ahead of time to make the most of your schedule and avoid missing out on any valuable insights.
- Demystifying Arbitration: A Dealer’s Rights and Responsibilities
- Inventory Management: Understanding the Things That Matter
- Limiting Risks Without Limiting Deals—What to Look for in Underwriting Besides Downpayments
- Lead Handling to Generate Appointments that Show
- Building a Better Performing Portfolio
10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
Five sessions happening simultaneously—it’s a lot to juggle! If only you could be in five places at once. Be sure to strategize ahead of time to make the most of your schedule and avoid missing out on any valuable insights.
11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
Five sessions happening simultaneously—it’s a lot to juggle! If only you could be in five places at once. Be sure to strategize ahead of time to make the most of your schedule and avoid missing out on any valuable insights.
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Expo/ Lunch/ Giveaways
Over 100 vendors waiting to meet you and help your business.
The giveaways here are big, stay until the end, trust me!
2:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Closing General Session
This year’s closing general session, presented by senior-level representatives from TxDMV, will provide everything you need to know about the elimination of paper temporary tags in Texas. HB 718, the law eliminating paper tags, requires several changes for dealers, including issuing metal license plates and maintaining a database of issued plates. TIADA is actively working to ensure a smooth transition for its members, and it is bringing TxDMV to the Conference to help make sure dealers are fully aware of the required changes and implementation procedures.
6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Awards Ceremony Reception
Let us get you a drink before the show!
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Presidential Awards Banquet
This one is a little on the formal side. Men may want to dust off the tie and the ladies can wear that dress they never get to wear. If you need extra tickets let us know.
And the Quality Dealer winner is…