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Mobile Tech Expo
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Contact: Kevin Halewood
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Post Office Box 5950
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Clearwater, FL 33758-5950
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Telephone: (727) 531-7885
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Fax: (727) 531-7850
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mobileexpo@aol.com
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This website was last modified on
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Mobile Tech Expo
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Contact: Kevin Halewood
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Post Office Box 5950
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Clearwater, FL 33758-5950
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Telephone: (727) 531-7885
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Fax: (727) 531-7850
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mobileexpo@aol.com
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This website was last modified on
02/04/2010
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2010 Mobile Tech Expo Calendar of Events
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*All below is subject to change without notice*
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EDUCATION DAY, THURSDAY, JANUARY 14th
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7:45-8:20am
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Ballroom A
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Business Opportunity -“Is Paintless Dent Repair Right For You?
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Is it right for you? Find a reputable trainer, How to determine if there is a need for PDR in your area.
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By Tommy Clayton, NAPDRT
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8:15-11:15am
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Ballroom D
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Tips and Techniques to Maximize The Capabilities of the Dual Action Polisher
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In this seminar you will go over the tips and techniques to maximize the capabilities of the popular dual action polishers with emphasis on removing paint defects, maximizing gloss & sealing paint with one tool. Focusing on reducing time and labor associated with rotary buffers while turning out swirl free results.
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By Mike Phillips, Autogeek.net
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8:30-9:30am
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Ballroom A
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Retail Marketing
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How you can identify and locate your target customers. Getting their attention and persuading them to contact you with their questions. Then how you can turn those same queries into sales.
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By Troy Tarpley
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8:45-9:45am
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Room 1
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Business Opportunity - Plastic Bumper Restoration
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Learn the ins and outs about bumper restoration. Learn how to become a professional bumper repair technician and if it’s right for you. Class will cover using plastic welders and fillers, also refinishing techniques. Featuring a new product for restoring faded textured plastics… Now you can restore any color quickly.
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By Billy Graham, Urethane Supply
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9:45-10:45am
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Ballroom A
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PDR - Is Large Damage in Your Future
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How to look at large dents. Proper time scheduling techniques for large damage. How to obtain proper access to the damage.
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By Mike Wahl
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10:00-11:00am
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Room 2
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Windshield / Windscreen Repair
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With this seminar you’ll be able to make an educated decision on expanding your Mobile Tech business.
Whether you should add windshield repair or headlight restoration to your service menu, or you looking to start a business in the automotive after market? Find out about windshield/windscreen repair and if it is right for you.
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By Jonathan Powell & Bruce McDonald, Delta Kits
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11:00am 12:00pm
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Ballroom A
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Standardization in the PDR Industry
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Who needs Standards? Why do we need standards? What will it take and how can we standardize the PDR industry.
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By Tommy Clayton, 18 year Technician
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11:15am-12:30pm
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Rooms 3 & 4
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Internet Tips and Strategies Part 1
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Internet Tips and Strategies Part 1 Basic, simple information with a common sense approach to internet marketing that can help you grow your business. The information you need to help your business utilize the
internet more effectively.
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By Denis Everett, Cybercomm Marketing
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11:30am-12:45pm
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Ballroom D
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Paint Polishing Variables
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Paint Polishing Variables: The Interrelated Parts of The Polishing Process - Back by popular demand and updated from last year! In this seminar the complexities of machine polishing are dissected,
explained, and made simple to understand. Ideal for the beginner or the expert, this will be time well spent discussing the ten variables involved in machine polishing. With 30 years of machine polishing experience,
this industry expert will share his knowledge of paint polishing, and teach you what you need to know to “take it to the next level.” New for this year…emphasis on three main variables; the polishing tool, the liquid
(compound or polish), and the buffing pad.
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By Jason Rose, Meguiar’s, Inc. – Field Marketing Manager, Professional Products
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12:15-1:15pm
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Ballroom A
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How To Make Your Marketing Count In A Tough Economy
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In today’s economy you need to know how to navigate the financial crisis. Learn proven marketing methods you can do to drive in business, taught by Joy Gendusa, CEO of PostcardMania This session is a must if you want to learn how to make your marketing count in a tough economy. Don’t miss this session! “This was a wonderful, enlightening seminar. It was a wake-up call to realizing how valuable marketing really can be, if done correctly...and being able to hear how [Joy] rose from one extreme to a million-dollar company – thank you.” ~Pit Stop Mobile Auto Detailing
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By Joy Gendusa, CEO of PostcardMania
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1:00-4:00pm
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Ballroom D
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Machine Sanding- Serious Defect Orange Peel removal and Finish Sanding for Show Car Results
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Learn the proper way to sand for show car results. Learn about the new unigrit 1500 sanding discs to make your job easier in getting rid of dirt nibs, defects and orange peel. Also learn about the new Meguiar’s Professional Finishing System that includes the new unigrit foam finishing discs.
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By Mike Phillips, Autogeek.net
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1:30-3:00 pm
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Ballroom A
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PDR - Teaching Adjusters how to Estimate PDR
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Learn the proper way to write a hail estimate. Handling insurance adjusters in a professional manner.
When to supplement. Working with DRP contracts. The proper procedure in justifying your estimate.
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By: Mile Wahl and Tony Fraser
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1:30-2:30pm
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Room 1
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Detailing For Dollars
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The session will be to assist detailers in developing new and effective marketing programs in general and how to make their efforts more effective in a down economy with a limited budget.
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By Joe Vumbacco
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2:45-3:45pm
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Room 2
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Business Opportunity - Plastic Bumper Restoration
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Learn the ins and outs about bumper restoration. Learn how to become a professional bumper repair technician and if it’s right for you. Class will cover using plastic welders and fillers, also refinishing techniques. Featuring a new product for restoring faded textured plastics… Now you can restore any color
quickly.
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By Billy Graham, Urethane Supply
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3:15-4:15pm
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Rooms 3&4
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Internet Tips and Strategies Part 2
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We answer the age old question, I’ve got a website Now what? Learn all the hints and tips on how to get it
found after it’s off the ground.
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By Denis Everett Cybercomm Marketing
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3:15 – 4:30pm
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Ballroom A
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PDR - Learn How To Deal With Dealers
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Learn the proper way to approach your dealer clients. Retail or wholesale learn strategies to be able to make a living in the wholesale market.
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By Tim Childers
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4:15-5:15pm
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Room 1
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Additional Profit Center - Is Windshield/Windscreen Repair For You?
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Have you been contemplating taking your business to the next level, by adding a new product or service? Now you can find out if windshield/windscreen repair is right for the menu you’re offering your clients.
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By Liquid Resins
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5:30pm
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SEMINAR ROOMS CLOSE
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7:30pm - ?
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Iguana Bar -Holiday Inn, Clearwater Beach
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“PDR Tech Get Together”
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During the get together the winner of the Tom Nations Memorial Trophy For the PDR Person of the Year will be announced. Sponsored by Dent Wizard & Ding Monkey
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Sponsored by Dent Wizard & Ding Monkey
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2010 Mobile Tech Expo Calendar of Events
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|
*All below is subject to change without notice*
|
|
EDUCATION DAY, THURSDAY, JANUARY 14th
|
|
7:45-8:20am
|
Ballroom A
|
|
Business Opportunity -“Is Paintless Dent Repair Right For You?
|
|
Is it right for you? Find a reputable trainer, How to determine if there is a need for PDR in your area.
|
|
By Tommy Clayton, NAPDRT
|
|
8:15-11:15am
|
Ballroom D
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|
Tips and Techniques to Maximize The Capabilities of the Dual Action Polisher
|
|
In this seminar you will go over the tips and techniques to maximize the capabilities of the popular dual action polishers with emphasis on removing paint defects, maximizing gloss & sealing paint with one tool. Focusing on reducing time and labor associated with rotary buffers while turning out swirl free results.
|
|
By Mike Phillips, Autogeek.net
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|
8:30-9:30am
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Ballroom A
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Retail Marketing
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How you can identify and locate your target customers. Getting their attention and persuading them to contact you with their questions. Then how you can turn those same queries into sales.
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|
By Troy Tarpley
|
|
8:45-9:45am
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Room 1
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Business Opportunity - Plastic Bumper Restoration
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|
Learn the ins and outs about bumper restoration. Learn how to become a professional bumper repair technician and if it’s right for you. Class will cover using plastic welders and fillers, also refinishing techniques. Featuring a new product for restoring faded textured plastics… Now you can restore any color quickly.
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By Billy Graham, Urethane Supply
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9:45-10:45am
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Ballroom A
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PDR - Is Large Damage in Your Future
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|
How to look at large dents. Proper time scheduling techniques for large damage. How to obtain proper access to the damage.
|
|
By Mike Wahl
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|
10:00-11:00am
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Room 2
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Windshield / Windscreen Repair
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|
With this seminar you’ll be able to make an educated decision on expanding your Mobile Tech business.
Whether you should add windshield repair or headlight restoration to your service menu, or you looking to start a business in the automotive after market? Find out about windshield/windscreen repair and if it is right for you.
|
|
By Jonathan Powell & Bruce McDonald, Delta Kits
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|
11:00am 12:00pm
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Ballroom A
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|
Standardization in the PDR Industry
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|
Who needs Standards? Why do we need standards? What will it take and how can we standardize the PDR industry.
|
|
By Tommy Clayton, 18 year Technician
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|
11:15am-12:30pm
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Rooms 3 & 4
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Internet Tips and Strategies Part 1
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|
Internet Tips and Strategies Part 1 Basic, simple information with a common sense approach to internet marketing that can help you grow your business. The information you need to help your business utilize the
internet more effectively.
|
|
By Denis Everett, Cybercomm Marketing
|
|
11:30am-12:45pm
|
Ballroom D
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|
Paint Polishing Variables
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|
Paint Polishing Variables: The Interrelated Parts of The Polishing Process - Back by popular demand and updated from last year! In this seminar the complexities of machine polishing are dissected,
explained, and made simple to understand. Ideal for the beginner or the expert, this will be time well spent discussing the ten variables involved in machine polishing. With 30 years of machine polishing experience,
this industry expert will share his knowledge of paint polishing, and teach you what you need to know to “take it to the next level.” New for this year…emphasis on three main variables; the polishing tool, the liquid
(compound or polish), and the buffing pad.
|
|
By Jason Rose, Meguiar’s, Inc. – Field Marketing Manager, Professional Products
|
|
12:15-1:15pm
|
Ballroom A
|
|
How To Make Your Marketing Count In A Tough Economy
|
|
In today’s economy you need to know how to navigate the financial crisis. Learn proven marketing methods you can do to drive in business, taught by Joy Gendusa, CEO of PostcardMania This session is a must if you want to learn how to make your marketing count in a tough economy. Don’t miss this session! “This was a wonderful, enlightening seminar. It was a wake-up call to realizing how valuable marketing really can be, if done correctly...and being able to hear how [Joy] rose from one extreme to a million-dollar company – thank you.” ~Pit Stop Mobile Auto Detailing
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|
By Joy Gendusa, CEO of PostcardMania
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|
1:00-4:00pm
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Ballroom D
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Machine Sanding- Serious Defect Orange Peel removal and Finish Sanding for Show Car Results
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|
Learn the proper way to sand for show car results. Learn about the new unigrit 1500 sanding discs to make your job easier in getting rid of dirt nibs, defects and orange peel. Also learn about the new Meguiar’s Professional Finishing System that includes the new unigrit foam finishing discs.
|
|
By Mike Phillips, Autogeek.net
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|
1:30-3:00 pm
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Ballroom A
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PDR - Teaching Adjusters how to Estimate PDR
|
|
Learn the proper way to write a hail estimate. Handling insurance adjusters in a professional manner.
When to supplement. Working with DRP contracts. The proper procedure in justifying your estimate.
|
|
By: Mile Wahl and Tony Fraser
|
|
1:30-2:30pm
|
Room 1
|
|
Detailing For Dollars
|
|
The session will be to assist detailers in developing new and effective marketing programs in general and how to make their efforts more effective in a down economy with a limited budget.
|
|
By Joe Vumbacco
|
|
2:45-3:45pm
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Room 2
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|
Business Opportunity - Plastic Bumper Restoration
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|
Learn the ins and outs about bumper restoration. Learn how to become a professional bumper repair technician and if it’s right for you. Class will cover using plastic welders and fillers, also refinishing techniques. Featuring a new product for restoring faded textured plastics… Now you can restore any color
quickly.
|
|
By Billy Graham, Urethane Supply
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|
3:15-4:15pm
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Rooms 3&4
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|
Internet Tips and Strategies Part 2
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|
We answer the age old question, I’ve got a website Now what? Learn all the hints and tips on how to get it
found after it’s off the ground.
|
|
By Denis Everett Cybercomm Marketing
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|
3:15 – 4:30pm
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Ballroom A
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PDR - Learn How To Deal With Dealers
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Learn the proper way to approach your dealer clients. Retail or wholesale learn strategies to be able to make a living in the wholesale market.
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|
By Tim Childers
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|
4:15-5:15pm
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Room 1
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Additional Profit Center - Is Windshield/Windscreen Repair For You?
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|
Have you been contemplating taking your business to the next level, by adding a new product or service? Now you can find out if windshield/windscreen repair is right for the menu you’re offering your clients.
|
|
By Liquid Resins
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|
5:30pm
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SEMINAR ROOMS CLOSE
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|
|
|
|
|
|
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7:30pm - ?
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Iguana Bar -Holiday Inn, Clearwater Beach
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|
“PDR Tech Get Together”
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|
During the get together the winner of the Tom Nations Memorial Trophy For the PDR Person of the Year will be announced. Sponsored by Dent Wizard & Ding Monkey
|
|
Sponsored by Dent Wizard & Ding Monkey
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