Conference Agenda
Sunday
July 19, 2026
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.–7:00 p.m.
Dealer Registration /Help Desk
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Women in the Industry Luncheon
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
House of Delegates
6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Welcome Reception
Monday
July 20, 2026
7:00 a.m.–8:00 a.m.
Breakfast
7:00 a.m.–5:30 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.–9:30 a.m.
Coffee Break
9:30 a.m.–10:20 a.m.
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
10:30 a.m.–11:20 a.m.
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
12:30 p.m.–2:55 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Grand Opening
3:05 p.m.–4:20 p.m.
Afternoon General Session
4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Happy Hour with Exhibitors
Tuesday
July 21, 2026
8:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m.
Breakfast
8:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m.
Past Presidents Breakfast
8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Dealer Registration/Help Desk
9:15 a.m.–10:35 a.m.
The Exchange: Dealer & Expert Roundtables
10:55 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
The Exchange: Dealer & Expert Roundtables
12:20 p.m.–2:20 p.m.
Expo/Lunch/Giveaways
2:30 p.m.–3:45 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 19, 2026
12:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Sponsor Registration /Help Desk
Welcome, Sponsors! We couldn’t do this without you, and we’re so glad you’re here. Swing by during these hours to grab your sponsor/exhibitor packet and let us know if you have any questions. Seriously, you’re the best!
12:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Exhibitor Move In
Welcome, exhibitors! It’s time to get set up. Stop by during move-in hours to get everything in place and ready to go. Need a hand? Just ask—we’re here to help!
12:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Dealer Registration /Help Desk
Welcome! Swing by during these hours to grab your dealer registration packet and a sleek new backpack. Need anything? Just ask—we’ve got you covered!
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Women in the Industry Luncheon
An exclusive celebration honoring women in the automotive industry. Space is limited — registration required. Must be 21 or older to attend.
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
House of Delegates
Association business, everyone is welcome!
6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Welcome Reception
Kick off the 2026 TIADA Annual Conference & Expo with us!
Monday
July 20, 2026
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.–5:30 p.m.
Dealer Registration /Help Desk
Welcome! Swing by anytime during these hours to grab your dealer registration packet and stylish backpack. Got questions about the conference? We’re here to help!
7:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Sponsor Registration /Help Desk
Welcome! First things first—we love you, Sponsor! Stop by anytime during these hours to grab your sponsor/exhibitor packet and ask us anything about the conference. Oh, and have we mentioned how much we love you?
8:00 a.m.–9:15 a.m.
Opening General Session
Opening General Session talk with John Clay Wolfe, President and Founder of GIVE ME THE VIN™.
9:15 a.m.–9:30 a.m.
Coffee Break
Fuel up with some java to rev your engines before diving into the breakout sessions!
9:30 a.m.–10:20 a.m.
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
10:30 a.m.–11:20 a.m.
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
- AI: How To Get Started Without Getting Overwhelmed
- AI in Collections: From Hype to Action
- This Business Doesn’t Have to Be Hard (BHPH Panel)
- Using Floor Plans Strategically: Leverage Without Overexposure
- TxDMV Update: Regulatory Changes Affecting Dealers
- Time to Line: Running an Efficient Service Dept.
11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
12:30 p.m.–2:55 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?
3:05 p.m.–4:20 p.m.
Afternoon General Session
Join us for a lively discussion between John Clay Wolfe and friends. More TBA soon!
4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Happy Hour with Exhibitors
This really is the hour when everyone gets happy! Drinks on us and plenty of snacks to tide you over till dinner. Adult beverages will be served!
Tuesday
July 21, 2026
8:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m.
Breakfast
Hope you had a great time yesterday! If you need a pick-me-up after happy hour, we’ve got breakfast and plenty of caffeine to start your day right.
8:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m.
Past Presidents Breakfast
A special breakfast for our past TIADA presidents.
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.
9:15 a.m.–10:35 a.m.
The Exchange: Dealer & Expert Roundtables
- Knowing Your Numbers
- BHPH 101: Building Your Foundation Right
- Raise the Bar: How to Be Better at Service
- BHPH Deep Dive: Your Questions Answered
- Ask the Expert: BHPH Beginner Q&A Open Floor
- Got a Lead — Now What? Turning Interest into Sales
- Retail Performance: Reading Your Numbers
- How Are You Adapting? Compliance in a Changing Market
10:55 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
The Exchange: Dealer & Expert Roundtables
- Right-Sizing Your Dealership for Today’s Market
- How to Identify and Eliminate Waste at Your Dealership
- Retail Roundtable: Lenders
- Real Talk with Three National Rock Stars of Special Finance & Retail
- Move the Metal: Sales Strategies That Work
- Payments & Arrangements: Creating Effective Collections Calls
- The Pros, Cons, IRS “Gotchas”, and Basic Mistakes of a Related Finance Company (RFC)
- Transform Your Social Media Strategy: The ChatGPT Workshop
- FTC’s Proposed Motor Vehicle Dealers Trade Regulation Rule
12:20 p.m.–2:20 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!
2:30 p.m.–3:45 p.m.
Closing General Session
Closing General Session – COO & CTO of Improving, Devlin Liles discusses the omnipresence of AI in every aspect of business.
6:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Awards Ceremony Reception
Enjoy a drink with your colleagues before the Awards Banquet. Don’t forget your ticket!
7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Presidential Awards Banquet
Dress up, enjoy great food, and celebrate our community! Don’t miss the INDEPAC Auction—cool items for a great cause.
It’s a formal night—ties for the gents, a special dress for the ladies. Need tickets? Let us know!
And now… the Quality Dealer winner is…