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Registration (Room Level 2)

12 May 19
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Attendees: Visit the registration desk on Level 2 of Music City Center to register on-site or activate your membership for access to the Member Exp... More...

PREMIUM: Emerging Leaders Seminar (Room 202)

12 May 19
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Speaker(s): Patti Wood
Success Signals—Body Language in Business Nonverbal communication accounts for up to 90% of the meaning of the message. In this seminar, y... More...

PREMIUM: New Investor Seminar (Room 205)

12 May 19
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Speaker(s): Brad Mann ; Dave Edwards ; David Begin ; Mike Black ; Rocky Crossland
SESSION Q&A: Tap Here to Submit a Question Now If you have decided to invest in the car wash industry, this seminar is for you! During this ... More...

AOCA Welcome Reception (Room Hard Rock Cafe Nashville)

12 May 19
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
AOCA's Welcome Reception is the official kick-off of iFlex at The Car Wash Show 2019! Enjoy an evening of fun, drinks, appetizers, and camar... More...

Registration (Room Level 2)

13 May 19
7:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Attendees: Visit the registration desk on Level 2 of Music City Center to register on-site or activate your membership for access to the Member Exp... More...

IMPACT SESSION: Lead Like a Coach (Talent Management) (Grand Ballroom A)

13 May 19
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Speaker(s): Dean Savoca
If you’re a leader, you can confirm the fact that at least 65% of your time is spent dealing with people issues. Current industry trends like... More...

IMPACT SESSION: State of the Fast Lube Industry (Fast Lube) (Room 207AB)

13 May 19
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Speaker(s): Ragan Holt
Utilizing the latest Fast Lube Operator survey results from National Oil & Lube News, this session will paint a picture of the state of the ind... More...

IMPACT SESSION: The Future of Consumerism (Technology) (Grand Ballroom BC)

13 May 19
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Speaker(s): Doug Stephens
In this fascinating talk, Doug Stephens will tackle the future of consumerism. He’ll shed light on the key shifts in economics, demographics,... More...

PREMIUM: Impact Sessions (Room Levels 4 and 2)

13 May 19
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Tap here or select "Premium Pass" in the navigation menu for full information about the Impact Sessions that kick off each path of the pr... More...

ANY PASS: Partner Solution Sessions (Room Level 1)

13 May 19
9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Tap here or select "Basic Pass" in the navigation menu and tap "Partner Solution Sessions" for full information on these produc... More...

MEMBER EXPERIENCE: Peer Power Hours (Room Level 1)

13 May 19
9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Tap here or select "Member Experience" in the navigation menu for details on these interactive sessions, discussion groups, and roundtabl... More...

PARTNER SOLUTION: A Matter of Perception: How Customers Experience Your Car Wash (Room 103ABC)

13 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Jay Hathaway
Sight, sounds, touch and smell all contribute to the perceived experience at your wash. We’ll explore how a car wash engages the senses&mdash... More...

PARTNER SOLUTION: Fundamentals of Express Car Wash Success: The Powerful Advantage of Franchises (Room 104CDE)

13 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Ed Rensi ; Ryan Essenburg
In this session, Ryan Essenburg will use his family’s 50 years of experience in private car wash ownership along with his personal experience... More...

PARTNER SOLUTION: Reclaiming Your Water and Your Money--What Are You Waiting For? (Room 106ABC)

13 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Charlie Borchard
Water and sewer costs are continuing to rise, we calculate an average across the country of $8.20 per thousand gallons combined. In an express tunn... More...

PARTNER SOLUTION: Top 3 Tactics to Leverage Technology to Cut Costs (Room 101ABC)

13 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Anthony Analetto
Imagine a day when a car wash won’t be defined by the management of its staff, but by the absence of it. Imagine a day where owner-operators ... More...

PEER POWER HOUR: Creating Memorable Customer Experience (Member Experience) (Room 104AB)

13 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Dan Eisenhauer ; John Roush ; Lanese Barnett
Creating a memorable experience for your customers when they come on your site is differentiating washes from their competition. Come and hear crea... More...

PEER POWER HOUR: Difficult Conversations with Unhappy Customers (Member Experience) (Room 105AB)

13 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Jimmy Starnes ; Mike Black ; Orlando Scott
In this session, hear from your peers on how they’ve navigated difficult conversations with unhappy customers. Hear real world examples about... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Big Data and the Retail Revolution (Technology) (Room 209)

13 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Doug Stephens
Ninety percent of the data that exists today was created within the last two years. And while the sheer volume and velocity of data is definitely a... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Blue Goldfish: Leverage Technology to Drive Both Profits and Prophets (Technology) (Room 207CD)

13 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Evan Carroll
Customers today expect every company to understand their individual needs and be more responsive than ever. No industry is immune to the increasing... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Increase Your Influence (Talent Management) (Room 202)

13 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Dean Savoca
What qualities do most leaders have in common that guarantee their success? Here’s a hint: They all surround the concept of influence—b... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Millennials in the Workforce—Tips for Managing Your Multi-Generational Workforce (Talent Management) (Room 201)

13 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Claudia St. John
Times are changing. Older workers (“Traditionals” and “Baby Boomers”) are delaying their retirement and holding positions t... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: New Car Technology—What You Need to Know Now (Technology) (Room 208)

13 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Derek Kaufman
As cars get even more sophisticated, it introduces new challenges for the car wash industry. Technology continues to evolve, so there is always som... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Reach Out—Communication That Transforms (Talent Management) (Room 205)

13 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Patti Wood
When was the last time you had a conversation that affected you profoundly? What are you saying to people that can influence them in a positive way... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Technology Innovations Affecting our World of Fast Lubes: Road to Survival or Perdition? (Fast Lube) (Room 207AB)

13 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Steve Barram
Technology has had an exciting impact and taken an immense toll on countless industries. It has changed the way we think about and do business. New... More...

PREMIUM: Breakout Sessions (Room Level 2)

13 May 19
9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Tap here or select "Premium Pass" in the navigation menu for full information about the breakout sessions in each path of the premiu... More...

First Time Attendee Tour (Room Level 3)

13 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
New to the Show? Join the First-Time Attendee Tour and explore the innovations and opportunities in store for you. More...

PARTNER SOLUTION: Customer Experience Technologies (Room 104CDE)

13 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Miguel Gonzalez
This session will help owners and operators understand current and upcoming customer experience technology trends. More...

PARTNER SOLUTION: Driving Improved Quick Lube Performance (Room 106ABC)

13 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Adam Worsham
This session will leverage learnings from our company and franchise quick lubes that have achieved 12 years’ same-store sales growth and pres... More...

PARTNER SOLUTION: New Investor—The Real Return on Investment (Room 101ABC)

13 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Robert Andre
Will opening a car wash business meet your ROI requirements? How do you construct a business plan that maximizes your profit potential? We’ve... More...

PEER POWER HOUR: From Text to Talk—Online Communities Brought to Life (Member Experience) (Room 105AB)

13 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Brett Meinberg ; Justin Salisbury ; Ralph Nasca ; Riley Murphy ; Tyler Slaughter
The car wash industry’s vibrant online community comes to life in this ask-the-experts panel. Industry representatives will hold interactive ... More...

PEER POWER HOUR: Incentivizing Employees in Subscription Sales (Member Experience) (Room 104AB)

13 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Brad Mann ; Marcus Kittrell ; Mike Black
How do you grow a subscription program quickly? Arm your employees with sales tools and incentives to get your customers on board. We will discuss ... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Big Data and the Retail Revolution (Technology) (Room 209)

13 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Doug Stephens
Ninety percent of the data that exists today was created within the last two years. And while the sheer volume and velocity of data is definitely a... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Blue Goldfish: Leverage Technology to Drive Both Profits and Prophets (Technology) (Room 207CD)

13 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Evan Carroll
Customers today expect every company to understand their individual needs and be more responsive than ever. No industry is immune to the increasing... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Customer Service WITHIN Your Organization—A Forgotten Art—WACTEO (Fast Lube) (Room 207AB)

13 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Nancy Friedman
This is a special program for Internal Customer Service. We call it the Forgotten Art. And you’ll notice a word in the title you might not re... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Increase Your Influence (Talent Management) (Room 202)

13 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Dean Savoca
What qualities do most leaders have in common that guarantee their success? Here’s a hint: They all surround the concept of influence—b... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Millennials in the Workforce—Tips for Managing Your Multi-Generational Workforce (Talent Management) (Room 201)

13 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Claudia St. John
Times are changing. Older workers (“Traditionals” and “Baby Boomers”) are delaying their retirement and holding positions t... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: New Car Technology—What You Need to Know Now (Technology) (Room 208)

13 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Derek Kaufman
As cars get even more sophisticated, it introduces new challenges for the car wash industry. Technology continues to evolve, so there is always som... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Reach Out—Communication That Transforms (Talent Management) (Room 205)

13 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Patti Wood
When was the last time you had a conversation that affected you profoundly? What are you saying to people that can influence them in a positive way... More...

Trade Show Floor Open (Room Level 3)

13 May 19
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Visit our largest show floor ever! Tap "Exhibitors" in the navigation menu for a list of all the exhibitors waiting for you on the S... More...

ANY PASS: Quick Hits (Room Foyer Outside Hall D)

13 May 19
1:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Got a minute? Learn how to boost profits in your car wash with actionable insights and knowledge in these 20-minute presentations on a variety of t... More...

QUICK HITS: Top 5 Items a New Investor Needs to Know (Room Quick Hits Theater)

13 May 19
1:00 PM - 1:20 PM
Speaker(s): Keith Burt
Gain a high-level overview of what new investors should consider or know when getting into car washing. More...

QUICK HITS: Financing Your Car Wash (Room Quick Hits Theater)

13 May 19
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM
Speaker(s): Chris Nalley
As the 6th largest SBA lender in the country, we know small business loans. But after years of financing car washes all over the nation, we know ca... More...

QUICK HITS: Increase Capacity and Avoid Collisions in Your Tunnel With This Little Secret (Room Quick Hits Theater)

13 May 19
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM
Speaker(s): Richard Johnson
See how computer vision and machine learning can monitor your tunnel and stop your conveyor when collision threats are detected. Learn how you can ... More...

QUICK HITS: Step Up to the Plate (Room Quick Hits Theater)

13 May 19
2:30 PM - 2:50 PM
Speaker(s): Kati Pierce
Price, convenience, and a great customer experience may drive repeat business, but are you leveraging technology to get them to buy more, more ofte... More...

QUICK HITS: Virtual Car Wash Tour: Wiggy Wash (Room Quick Hits Theater)

13 May 19
3:00 PM - 3:20 PM
Speaker(s): Brent Wignall
Sit back, relax and join us for a virtual car wash tour viewing party. You’ll get the inside scoop on the unique ways Wiggy Wash is standing ... More...

QUICK HITS: Delivering a Consistent Customer Experience (Room Quick Hits Theater)

13 May 19
3:30 PM - 3:50 PM
Speaker(s): Jimmy Starnes
Good customer service is all about consistency. From knowing your customers to providing standardized service, today’s clientele continue to ... More...

QUICK HITS: Is Water Conservation Right for You? (Room Quick Hits Theater)

13 May 19
4:00 PM - 4:20 PM
Speaker(s): Bryant Ruder
We will present different options to reduce fresh water consumption, hereby saving water which in turn saves dollars to help your car wash be more ... More...

QUICK HITS: Reducing Employee Turnover With Online Video Training (Room Quick Hits Theater)

13 May 19
4:30 PM - 4:50 PM
Speaker(s): Jacquelyn Bridge ; Steve Gaudreau
Online video training ensures that every new hire receives the exact same complete training, reduces initial training time by 80%, and improves new... More...

QUICK HITS: 10 Social Media Tips in 20 Minutes (Room Quick Hits Theater)

13 May 19
5:00 PM - 5:20 PM
Speaker(s): Jodi Talley
Get 10 tips to help elevate your social media presence in just 20 minutes. You’ll leave this session with actionable social media tactics you... More...

Opening Night Party (Room Level 1)

13 May 19
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Music City is the perfect place for a party, and we're kicking off the Show with a Nashville-style opening bash. Make your own Music City memor... More...

Registration (Room Level 2)

14 May 19
7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Attendees: Visit the registration desk on Level 2 of Music City Center to register on-site or activate your membership for access to the Member Exp... More...

IMPACT SESSION: Future-Proofing Your Business (Business Strategy) (Grand Ballroom A)

14 May 19
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Speaker(s): Troy Hazard
Prepare your business for tomorrow, today! During this session, Troy will step through a process to identify if you are driving your business into ... More...

IMPACT SESSION: Talk Triggers (Marketing) (Grand Ballroom BC)

14 May 19
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Speaker(s): Jay Baer
Customer experience is how you make the customers feel. Great customer experience occurs when you exceed customer expectations. And when you do so,... More...

PREMIUM: Impact Sessions (Room Level 4)

14 May 19
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Tap here or select "Premium Pass" in the navigation menu for full information about the Impact Sessions that kick off each path of the pr... More...

ANY PASS: Partner Solution Sessions (Room Level 1)

14 May 19
9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Tap here or select "Basic Pass" in the navigation menu and tap "Partner Solution Sessions" for full information on these p... More...

PARTNER SOLUTION: Free-chising—The Franchise Feel Without the Fees (Room 101ABC)

14 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Paul Fazio
Who hasn’t contemplated the genius of Ray Kroc’s famous quote “We’re not in the hamburger business, we’re in the real... More...

PARTNER SOLUTION: Leveraging New Technology to Market to Your Customers (Room 103ABC)

14 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Adam Korngold
Learn how advances in point of sale technology allow you to hyper-target your customers with new marketing capabilities. More...

PARTNER SOLUTION: Reinvigorating Your Self-Serve Carwash (Room 106ABC)

14 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Dale L. Reynolds
Learn ideas for developing a plan to grow your Self-Serve Car Wash Business. More...

PARTNER SOLUTION: The Car Wash Industry Is Growing - Are You? (for in-bay automatic/unattended wash operators) (Room 104CDE)

14 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Mike White
If you are interested in taking your in-bay/unattended carwash business to the next level, spend an hour with us as we explore tools and strategies... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Building Enduring Value Into Your Business (Fast Lube) (Room 207AB)

14 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Joe J. Thissen
After building a thriving business, entrepreneurs often hope their companies will perpetuate into the future. Doing so will enable you to have the ... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Economic Outlook for Today's Leaders (Business Strategy) (Room 201)

14 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Mary Kelly PHD, CSP, Commander, USN (ret)
The economic and political landscape is rapidly changing in the U.S. as well as in Europe and Asia. Sociopolitical events are impacting the financi... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Embrace Evolution (Business Strategy) (Room 202)

14 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Troy Hazard
It’s a fact: Change is constant, change is inevitable, change is good—unless, of course, it’s forced. In this session, Troy will ... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Hug Your Haters (Marketing) (Room 209)

14 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Jay Baer
Haters aren’t the problem—ignoring them is. If it feels like there are more complaints than ever, and that you’re spending more t... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Momentum: How to Grow Your Business and Brand (Marketing) (Room 208)

14 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Shama Hyder
Whether you’re a small business owner or part of a big brand, today’s digital landscape is constantly changing, and news travels at the... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Neutralizing Your Competition (Marketing) (Room 207CD)

14 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): Georganne Bender ; Rich Kizer
The unique and sometimes outrageous things businesses do to stand tall in a crowd of competitors! It’s a competitive world out there. A busin... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: The Automatic Customer: Creating a Subscription Business (Business Strategy) (Room 205)

14 May 19
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Speaker(s): John Warrillow
In January 2013, Avis Budget Group announced they had acquired ZipCar and its 760,000 subscribers for $491 million. Three months later, Morningstar... More...

PREMIUM: Breakout Sessions (Room Level 2)

14 May 19
9:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Tap here or select "Premium Pass" in the navigation menu for full information about the breakout sessions in each path of the premiu... More...

MEMBER EXPERIENCE: Trade Show Early Access (Room Level 3)

14 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Are you experienced? Guests with the Member Experience on their badge can access the Trade Show Floor one hour early on Tuesday. Don't miss out... More...

PARTNER SOLUTION: M&A and Financing Trends (Room 103ABC)

14 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): George C. Odden
Join a detailed discussion of the rapid consolidation in the car wash industry and the introduction of new sources of financing. More...

PARTNER SOLUTION: Making the World a Better Place (Room 101ABC)

14 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Mandi Brower ; Sally Dahm Grant
The car washing business is good for everybody right now, right? But to differentiate yourself, you always have to do better. Put out a clean car q... More...

PARTNER SOLUTION: The Car Wash Industry Is Growing - Are You? (for express washes/tunnels) (Room 104CDE)

14 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): dont use
If you are interested in taking your in-bay/unattended carwash business to the next level, spend an hour with us as we explore tools and strategies... More...

PARTNER SOLUTION: The Customer Engagement Playbook for Car Washes: Converting Frequent Customers Into Unlimited Wash Club Members (Room 106ABC)

14 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Aaron Newton ; Nick Rodia ; Ty Dubay ; Zak Hemphill
The car wash industry is intensely competitive, which can make it difficult to engage customers and build loyalty. Several factors directly influen... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Economic Outlook for Today's Leaders (Business Strategy) (Room 201)

14 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Mary Kelly PHD, CSP, Commander, USN (ret)
The economic and political landscape is rapidly changing in the U.S. as well as in Europe and Asia. Sociopolitical events are impacting the financi... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Embrace Evolution (Business Strategy) (Room 202)

14 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Troy Hazard
It’s a fact: Change is constant, change is inevitable, change is good—unless, of course, it’s forced. In this session, Troy will ... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Hug Your Haters (Marketing) (Room 209)

14 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Jay Baer
Haters aren’t the problem—ignoring them is. If it feels like there are more complaints than ever, and that you’re spending more t... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Momentum: How to Grow Your Business and Brand (Marketing) (Room 208)

14 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Shama Hyder
Whether you’re a small business owner or part of a big brand, today’s digital landscape is constantly changing, and news travels at the... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Neutralizing Your Competition (Marketing) (Room 207CD)

14 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Georganne Bender ; Rich Kizer
The unique and sometimes outrageous things businesses do to stand tall in a crowd of competitors! It’s a competitive world out there. A busin... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: The Automatic Customer: Creating a Subscription Business (Business Strategy) (Room 205)

14 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): John Warrillow
In January 2013, Avis Budget Group announced they had acquired ZipCar and its 760,000 subscribers for $491 million. Three months later, Morningstar... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Your Website, Google Changes & Other Trends in Online Marketing (Fast Lube) (Room 207AB)

14 May 19
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Speaker(s): Kevin J. Steeland
Every day, businesses of all sizes ask themselves: What does Google want now? You work hard managing the day to day operations of your business. Ke... More...

Trade Show Floor Open (Room Level 3)

14 May 19
11:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Visit our largest show floor ever! Tap "Exhibitors" in the navigation menu for a list of all the exhibitors waiting for you on the Show f... More...

ANY PASS: Quick Hits (Room Outside Hall D)

14 May 19
1:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Got a minute? Learn how to boost profits in your car wash with actionable insights and knowledge in these 20-minute presentations on a variety of t... More...

QUICK HITS: Connected Cars—The Future of Car Washing (Room Quick Hits Theater)

14 May 19
1:00 PM - 1:20 PM
Speaker(s): Alan Nawoj
Innovative technology is becoming a key differentiator and competitive advantage for successful car washes, and software is helping to drive a lot ... More...

QUICK HITS: Chemistry + Equipment: 5 Adjustments to Maximize Efficiency (Room Quick Hits Theater)

14 May 19
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM
Speaker(s): Craig Celentano ; Ryan Molinelli
Most tunnels already have the equipment needed to put out a clean, dry and shiny car. In this session, we'll cover adjustments operators can ma... More...

QUICK HITS: Creating the Distinction Between “Speed” & “CLEAN Speed” (Room Quick Hits Theater)

14 May 19
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM
Speaker(s): Bob Schaefer
Car wash speeds are increasing. The industry is offering shorter tunnels by creating more compact combo units. But there is a limit to how much equ... More...

QUICK HITS: Get Ready for Tomorrow's Technology Challenges Today! (Room Quick Hits Theater)

14 May 19
2:30 PM - 2:50 PM
Speaker(s): Lawrence Stovall
Our presentation will overview the necessity for car washes to align with the automotive industry’s advances in technology. The Internet of T... More...

QUICK HITS: Good to the Last Drop (Room Quick Hits Theater)

14 May 19
3:30 PM - 3:50 PM
Speaker(s): Ryan Cook
Don’t get blinded by all the flashy lights and cool foamed applications you see on the show floor. While you absolutely need to deliver your ... More...

QUICK HITS: Grow Your Profits With Tax Planning for Car Wash Owners (Room Quick Hits Theater)

14 May 19
4:00 PM - 4:20 PM
Speaker(s): Chuck Mullen ; Jeff Brooks
Recognizing the importance of planning your end game will deliver the ultimate goal of peace of mind. Our expert team of accountants and business a... More...

ANY PASS: Booth Crawl

14 May 19
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Tap into a friendly Show atmosphere when more than a dozen exhibitors host beer bars in the Booth Crawl. Tap the star to add this session to your f... More...

QUICK HITS: The Show Must Go On (Room Quick Hits Theater)

14 May 19
4:30 PM - 4:50 PM
Speaker(s): James McClimond
The Economist once described the popularity of bottled water as “one of capitalism’s greatest mysteries.” Considering that a sign... More...

QUICK HITS: Hiring Entry-Level/Hourly Positions: Tips for Attracting and Engaging Front-Line Workers (Room Quick Hits Theater)

14 May 19
5:00 PM - 5:20 PM
Speaker(s): Claudia St. John
Do you have the right strategies to attract entry level and hourly talent. Have you done everything in your power to retain that talent and reduce ... More...

MEMBER EXPERIENCE: The Happiness Advantage (Grand Ballroom BC)

15 May 19
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Speaker(s): Shawn Achor
Most companies and schools follow this formula: If you work harder, you will be more successful, and then you will be happy. This formula is scient... More...

Registration (Room Level 2)

15 May 19
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Attendees: Visit the registration desk on Level 2 of Music City Center to register on-site or activate your membership for access to the Member Exp... More...

Trade Show Floor (Room Level 3)

15 May 19
9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Visit our largest show floor ever! Tap "Exhibitors" in the navigation menu for a list of all the exhibitors waiting for you on the S... More...

MEMBER EXPERIENCE: Peer Power Hours (Room Level 1)

15 May 19
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Tap here or select "Member Experience" in the navigation menu for details on these interactive sessions, discussion groups, and roundtabl... More...

PEER POWER HOUR: Emerging Trends in the Car Wash Industry (Member Experience) (Room 104A)

15 May 19
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Speaker(s): Carl Howard ; Justin Alford ; Robert Dubinsky
Hear directly from your peers as they reveal their thoughts on key trends and challenges that will impact the car wash market in the next few years. More...

PEER POWER HOUR: Inspiring and Motivating Your Millennial Employees (Member Experience) (Room 105B)

15 May 19
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Speaker(s): Orlando Scott ; Tayler Gothard ; William Hilton
Hear from other operators how they’ve successfully navigated generational differences across the workforce and turned their millennial employ... More...

PEER POWER HOUR: Marketing Tactics (Member Experience) (Room 104B)

15 May 19
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Speaker(s): Andi Watkins ; Brian Krusz ; Ryan Blanchard
Learn from your peers and share marketing tricks to boost business and attract community attention. From building upgrades to new offerings and onl... More...

PEER POWER HOUR: Self-Serve Wash Panel Discussion (Member Experience) (Room 105A)

15 May 19
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Speaker(s): Jerry Nix ; Scott Thomas ; Sydney King
Self-serve operators! Join us for an interactive panel discussion on the issues facing you in today’s business environment. Join this session... More...

PREMIUM BREAKOUT: Weights & Measures Compliance Training (Fast Lube) (Room 207AB)

15 May 19
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Speaker(s): Eric Frankenberger ; Justin Cialella ; Tom Staker
Protect your fast lube assets by discovering AOCA’s new training module on NIST Handbook 130 engine oil and transmission product labeling and... More...

PREMIUM: Wrap-Up Workshop (Business Strategy) (Room 201)

15 May 19
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Join the closing Business Strategy Wrap-Up Workshop for an interactive, facilitated discussion to bring it all together. You'll explore everyth... More...
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