Keynote with
Renny Doyle, CD-SV, RT
Thursday, 4:00 PM
After Education Day
“Make Yourself Unbeatable”
Renny Doyle, Detailing Success

Education Day
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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8:00 am |
Take Your Sales from Prospect to $$$
– Presented by: Dann Williams & Damon Gray, Owners Pride You can farm all the leads in the world, but without an efficient sales process you won’t achieve your sales goals. Get tips on the best way to develop a sales process that uses everyone’s time most efficiently and increases the bottom line. |
Reflection Artist Clinic: Getting to Know Your Buffing Pads
– Presented by: Mark Elliott and Justin Labato, Buff & Shine Mfg. |
How to Train and Keep Staff
– Presented by: Yvan Lacroix, CD-SV, RIT In this session participants will learn how to find, hire and keep good staff. In today’s economy it’s extremely important to provide exceptional training and support for your staff. Training costs much more than retention. With a history of 26 locations and over 100 employees, this was a key to our success. |
Guide to Successful Growth Marketing
– Presented by: Mary Toledo, Dent Time Do you have a plan for growth marketing? Learn from a pro how their shop plans for growth through expert marketing. |
How to Make $250k Yearly with Diamond Clear
– Presented by: Jonathan Garrett, Paint Pros LLC How to apply Diamond Clear. How to gain dealership accounts with Diamond Clear. |
Express Exterior Paint Enhancement for Maximum Profitability
– Presented by: Jason Rose, RUPES USA Products and procedures to dramatically enhance exterior vehicle paint in one very profitable step. |
Advanced PDR Techniques and Tools
– Presented by: Tomas Stankevicius and the Stanliner Team, Stanliner Speed up the process of your repairs with less effort by choosing the right tools and techniques. Get a jump on your competition by being more efficient and expand your business. |
Leather Color Mixing
– Presented by: Lars Pickhardt, Lederzentrum GmbH-Colourlock Basics, knowledge and simple tricks and tips. |
9:00 am |
Attracting More Customers and Closing Sales
– Presented by: Greg Natonson and Jason Otterness, Chicago Auto Pros Detailing The biggest challenge most shops face is how to get customers to pick up the phone and inquire about services. Greg and Jason will share the marketing and sales secrets they used to grow their business into a multi-million dollar enterprise. |
The Top 10 Must-Have Tools for Starting and Running a Detailing Business
– Presented by: Robyn Sweet, AutoGeek Here they are, the top 10 tools you need as a detailer. Whether you are just getting started or looking to be more efficient in the shop, we’ll lay out the essentials for you. |
Becoming the Million Dollar Detail Shop
– Presented by: Dustin Jackson, Detail Bookie Do you have what it takes to become a Million Dollar Detail Shop? In this presentation, you will receive expert tips and tricks to help you push towards your dreams of becoming one of the leading shops in the industry! |
Your Network is Your Networth
– Presented by: Kenya Williams, I Shine for You Auto Detailing Networking is a competitive skill designed to identify companies’ networth. This session will introduce networking standards, concepts and methods. Discover how to gain key information from your current clients who share the same passions. Find out how to measure “network” based on your clients cars, careers, family history and lifestyle. From there, you can gain “Networth” for your business. |
Angelwax Coatings Experience
– Presented by: Rick van der Lee From creation to application on paint, a step by step journey with chemist John Hogg also known as Evil Genius, and trainer Rain Albertson |
Boat Polishing for Auto Detailers
– Presented by: Jason Rose, RUPES USA Learn the surface differences and adjustments needed for car detailers to begin successful boat machine sanding and/or polishing. |
USB Power, the Next Level of Power in the PDR industry
– Presented by: Allen Wilson, Wilson PDR Venture through the history of remote ower over the last decade and look to the currently available power options adapted by the PDR Industry. Watch a demo of power draw of various PDR devices. Learn how to calculate how long your battery should last and to prolong usage times. Get ahead by understanding the options in the market place and life expectancy to make your business efficient. |
Microfiber 101
– Presented by: Levi Gates, The Rag Company Compare the differences in various microfiber towels and their uses. This overlooked tool will help take your detailing to the next level. |
10:00 am |
How To Sell Value and Not Your Service (En Español)
– Presented by: Juan Gonzalez, The Rag Company Cómo vender valor y no tu servicio – La clave del éxito de cualquier negocio es aprender a crear valor. – For the Spanish Speaking community, learn how to create value, how to approach a potential client, how to rebut customer complaints and create a sale. |
The Power of Add-On Services
– Presented by: Justin Labato, AutoGeek Add revenue to your detailing business. Find out how “Add-On Services” on your price sheet will grow your business and increase your bottom line, and customer loyalty. Get a better idea of new products to look for on the MTE Show floor. |
Learn How to Own a Detailing Business That Doesn’t Need You
– Presented by: Jim Lafeber, CD-SV, RIT You started your business because you wanted freedom, yet somewhere along the way, you fell into the owner’s trap. You started believing that unless every single decision goes through you, your business will fall apart. So, you spend just about every waking moment either working on – or worrying about – your business. This session will show you how to grow a business that does not need you. Discover how to create systems and build a team so you can have work-life balance. |
Sell on Ebay and Boost your Revenue
– Presented by: Paul Apollonia This real time session will teach you how to enhance your listings with better descriptions and photography, monitor sales to know what’s working and what’s not, and learn how to avoid costly mistakes that new eBay sellers make. Bring your laptop or tablet, have your eBay account ready for a hands-on session which will give your sales a jump! Taught by a certified eBay trainer for over 10 years. |
Tired of chasing unqualified leads? Let Pushin PDR help you target the RIGHT customers in your market. (PDR)
– Presented by: Zack Kessler Tired of chasing unqualified leads? Let Pushin PDR help you target the RIGHT customers in your market. This session will help you develop a marketing plan for 2023 to make your PDR business become the obvious choice in the retail market. We will help you understand how to capture a qualified customer at the bottom of your sales funnel. This is not a lecture; we will discuss your “real-life” concerns – we want to hear from you! |
Paint Surface Cleaning for Durable Results
– Presented by: Jason Rose, RUPES USA Using paint surface residue removers to fully understand permanent defect removal procedures. Managing residue removal procedures during machine compounding and preparing the surface for paint coating protection application. |
Large Damage and Glue Pulling Best Practices
– Presented by: Gene Fetty, Keco Body Repair Products Learn how to use modern glue pulling tools, tabs and techniques to make the best possible, least invasive repairs possible. |
Paint Chip Repair – Added Revenue Source for the Entire Industry
– Presented by: Tony Pando, Dr. Colorchip Whether you are a detailer or a PDR tech, join this session to discover paint chip repair, how to add this service to your business and monetize it. |
11:00 am |
Romancing the Sale: Ignite High Tickets and Soaring Margins
– Presented by: Christorpher Racana, Dr. Beasley’s Selling is Listening. Discover how to determine customers’ wants, needs and pain points in order to make the client’s life better and make them a customer for life. |
Ask a Pro
– Presented by: Justin Labato, AutoGeek Got questions? Want to know how others do it, how the pros do it? From business questions to marketing, here’s your chance to dig in. Topics like how to communicate with customers and understanding your local market are just a few of the areas we’ll dig into. |
Why You Need to be a Millionaire Detailer, and How to Stop Making Excuses
– Presented by: Jason Barker, CD-SV Discover this combination of practical tips on how to define “successful” in your business, through a powerful motivational presentation. Learn how to cut through the myriad of distractions and excuses that mount against us as we get more successful. This session is only for highly motivated people who still hold the dream of complete financial freedom, and who still want to make a positive difference in the world. Get focused on your usually-abstract goal of “making a lot of money”, and also gain a new respect for your blue-collar career of car detailing. Find out how to filter and brush-off the unrealistic claims that we all see online about detailing business success. Get the quiet confidence to wade through the BS, and how to listen only to those people who truly want to help you succeed. Learn next-level techniques of visualization from someone who has been successfully teaching this skill to professional athletes in the NFL, major league baseball players, Olympic boxers, people struggling with weight loss, and automotive business owners for over 20 years. |
Tired of chasing unqualified leads? Let Pushin PDR help you target the RIGHT customers in your market. (Detailing)
– Presented by: Zack Kessler Tired of chasing unqualified leads? Let Pushin PDR help you target the RIGHT customers in your market. This session will help you develop a marketing plan for 2023 to make your detailing business become the obvious choice in the retail market. We will help you understand how to capture a qualified customer at the bottom of your sales funnel. This is not a lecture; we will discuss your “real-life” concerns – we want to hear from you! |
Roundtable Discussion
– Presented by: RUPES USA Mobile detailing trends – The impact of emerging technologies and the pandemic.
Moderator – Bradley Mayhew – RUPES USA |
The Future of Hail Claims Management
– Presented by: Bill Park, PDRMobile.com A look at Claims Management Today and what it will look like tomorrow. Put yourself in the path of progress. |
Vegan Leather? Now What?
– Presented by: Lars Pickhardt, Lederzentrum GmbH-Colourlock What is Vegan Leather, how is it recognized, how can it be cleaned, protected and repaired? Discover the next hot product on the market and how you can become an expert. |
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1:00 pm |
The Secret to Finding, Hiring & Keeping Great Employees
– Presented by: Jason Barker, Automotive Profits Academy There’s a secret to finding and hiring your dream employees and keeping them motivated and enthusiastic. Trasures from this session include how to write a help-wanted ad to attract the best applicants, how to interview, spot the “bad eggs” and hire the real-deal applicants. |
Sub-surface Glass Polishing and Ceramic Glass Coatings
– Presented by: Mike Phillips, 3D Products How to remove wiper marks, swirls, scratches, and tiny pits in glass using cerium oxide-based glass polish. This class will teach how to safely machine polish glass using rotary and orbital polishers. Also covered will be how to correctly machine dry sand glass for severe below surface defects like deep scratches and wiper marks. Plus, how to seal the glass with a hydrophobic ceramic coating. |
Client Compounding
– Presented by: Renny Doyle, CD-SV, RIT, Detailing Success No, we are not talking about compounds and polishes here. Your existing clients are priceless! Compund your clients by building meaningful relationships, connecting with your market and earning referrals. Combine that with your other marketing efforts, and your profits are going to soar! |
Mastermind Marketing Strategy: Without A Website, You Don’t Exist!
– Presented by: Karl Stearns, KMS Marketing Solutions Today’s connected consumers have come to expect availability of information from businesses they wish to deal with. Without a well-designed website, the digital world does not know you exist. This session will show you simple ways to define your “brand”, create a logo, and get a website up and running at an affordable cost. Yes, you can have a good website with a few hours work, without spending thousands! |
PDR and Latin American Community
– Presented by: Danny Espina, D Dents PDR y la Comunidad Latinoamericana Únase a este panel del hemisferio sur para una discusión sobre cómo iniciar y construir un negocio de PDR en países de toda la comunidad latinoamericana, como Puerto Rico, México y Colombia, así como en los EE. UU. ¿Qué lecciones podemos aprender unos de otros para hacer crecer nuestras empresas, trabajar con nuestras familias y empleados y servir a nuestros clientes? ¿Qué consejos específicamente para la comunidad hispana reunirá? Escuche a los oradores y establezca contactos con otros propietarios de PDR Tech en esta importante sesión. |
Wet/Dry Sanding to a Perfect Gloss in Easy Steps
– Presented by: Kelly Harris, Lake Country Manufacturing Manufacturing. Discover the insider knowledge for mastering wet sanding to polishing to perfection. |
Writing a Proper Hail Estimate
– Presented by: NAPDRT Board of Directors No matter how good you are with your tools, you have to get the job first. Presenting a proper, precise and well documented hail estimate can be the difference between getting the job and walking away empty handed. Get tips from the pros on how to write an estimate that wins the bid, whether it’s to the vehicle owner, dealership, or insurance company. |
Introduction to PCR – Paintless Clearcoat Repair
– Presented by: Adam Gauer, RestorFX Automotive PCR is the fastest-growing reconditioning service in the business. Find out how this is changing the way the industry is changing the way to look at the restoration and reconditioning of automotive clear coat. |
2:00 pm |
Prioritizing Profits
– Presented by: Marcy and Alex Tran, Clean Car Custom Detail We’ll give you a formula to eliminating money worries and stresses while ensuring that YOU get payed properly. |
Machine Dry Sanding to Remove Orange Peel
– Presented by: Mike Phillips, 3D Products This class will cover how to correctly machine dry sand paint to remove orange peel and other surface texture. Also covered is how to correctly use a rotary polisher to remove sanding marks and polish out swirl-free with an orbital polisher. Plus, how to install a ceramic coating. |
How to Increase Your Detailing Revenue, Improve Your Cash Flow and Boost Your Bottom Line
– Presented by: Davy Tyburski, America’s Chief Profit Officer® Quickly discover 7 of the most effective (and easiest to implement) profit building strategies for your detailing business. This session will provide the blueprint to help you generate more SALES and PROFIT right now! These strategies and techniques are based on his Top Selling Book, “The Profit Book: 21 Unique Ways to Increase Sales, Improve Cash Flow, and Boost Your Bottom Line!” “As a Shark, Davy speaks my language…PROFIT, PROFIT, PROFIT!” – Kevin Harrington, Original Shark on ABC’s Hit TV Show “Shark Tank” All attendees of Davy’s session will receive a complimentary hard-cover copy of The Profit Book: 21 Unique Ways to Increase Sales, Improve Your Cash Flow and Boost Your Bottom Line! |
Mastermind Marketing Strategy: Utilizing Digital Marketing to Build Business
– Presented by: Karl Stearns, KMS Marketing Solutions Gaining and retaining customers is the lifeblood of your business. Digital marketing: Social media, video, email and now SMS marketing are vital tools in your arsenal. This session will cover some of what is available and show you how to build your marketing strategy around tools that work. |
PDR and Latin American Community, Continued
– Presented by: Danny Espinal, D Dents Join this panel from the southern hemisphere for a discussion on starting, and building a PDR business in countries throughout the Latin American community such as Puerto Rico, Mexico and Columbia as well as the US . What lessons can we learn from each other to grow our companies, work with our families and employees and service our customers? What tips specifically for the Hispanic community will you gather? Hear from the speakers and network with other PDR Tech owners at this important session |
Become a Production Detail One-Step Master – One Machine and One Pad
– Presented by: Kelly Harris, Lake Country Manufacturing Top tips to get the most for a single pad and motion choice. Find out which motion and pad are best for each and every situation. |
Operating a PDR Business in Today's World
– Presented by NAPDRT Board of Directors Business has changed post-pandemic and in the current economic climate. Participate in the discussion of how your peers are operating, finding new revenue sources and managing clients. |
Introduction to Paint Protection
– Presented by: Ricky Parker, Maxpro Film What is paint protection and how can you make it a bottom line booster? At this session from Maxpro Film you’ll find out the benefits as well as a hands-on demonstration, so you can make a profit in your business. |
3:00 pm |
Adquiriendo Más Negocios en la Industria Automotriz en Concesionarios y Negocios de Segunda Mano (sesión bilingüe) – Acquiring More Business in the Retail Automotive Industry at Dealerships and Pre-Owned Businesses
– Presented by: Shawn Rowan, Estefano Feliciano, Albert Hernandez, Shane Sawyer, Ardex Labs Inc. Acquiring More Business in the Retail Automotive Industry at Dealerships and Pre-Owned Businesses (bilingual session) |
Extreme Boat Detailing: Machining Sanding & Gelcoat Ceramic Coatings
– Presented by: Mike Phillips, 3D Products This class will show how to correctly machine wet sand gelcoat to remove deep oxidation followed by how to polish to a swirl-free finish and then how to correctly install a marine grade ceramic coating. Plus, how to educate the owner on proper maintenance for the coating. |
An Advanced Stain Removal Process
– Presented by: Tyler F. Cucchi, CD-SV, RIT Learn the common and less common stains that can be found in a vehicle’s interior. Find out how to discern between stains separated into TANNIN stains, protein-based stains, and other stains. Looking at stains from this perspective, learn the 3- step system needed in order to do a proper job. Get the simplest way to sort the stains into organic stains or a synthetic stain. Participate in a discussion on how to now look at these stains with a simple two- step system using activated enzymes and a cleaner rather than having to do a 3- steps system on every vehicle. |
Edit TikTok Like a Pro
– Presented by: Myke Toledo, Dent Time Not a lecture, but a hands-on course! Bring your ipad or your laptop and learn to use the fastest growing social media platform for businesses. |
Thinking Outside the Box
– Presented by: Joel LaPalme, IGL Coatings Everyone has a talent and is good at wohat they are good at. To grow your business, You need to be amazing at what you know nothing about. |
Aluminum Polishing 101 – Renegade Products USA, A Division of Maverick Abrasives
– Presented by: Kevin Clapp, Texas Premier Polishing The basics of aluminum wheel polishing. |
Today's Technology – Understanding the What and the Why of Scanning Vehicles
– Presented by the NAPDRT Board of Directors As vehicles become more and more enhanced with safety features, PDR repairs have become more and more under scrutiny. Discover exactly how scanning measures damage and repair sucess and you can make it part of your PDR success. |
Introduction to Window Tint
– Presented by: Ricky Parker, Maxpro Film Using Maxpro Window Films catch all the tips on how to promote, market and get all the benefits of Window Tinting. This hands-on session will give you another profit center to consider in growing your business. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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8:00 am |
Take Your Sales from Prospect to $$$
– Presented by: Dann Williams & Damon Gray, Owners Pride You can farm all the leads in the world, but without an efficient sales process you won’t achieve your sales goals. Get tips on the best way to develop a sales process that uses everyone’s time most efficiently and increases the bottom line. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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9:00 am |
Attracting More Customers and Closing Sales
– Presented by: Greg Natonson and Jason Otterness, Chicago Auto Pros Detailing The biggest challenge most shops face is how to get customers to pick up the phone and inquire about services. Greg and Jason will share the marketing and sales secrets they used to grow their business into a multi-million dollar enterprise. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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10:00 am |
How To Sell Value and Not Your Service (En Español)
– Presented by: Juan Gonzalez, The Rag Company Cómo vender valor y no tu servicio – La clave del éxito de cualquier negocio es aprender a crear valor. – For the Spanish Speaking community, learn how to create value, how to approach a potential client, how to rebut customer complaints and create a sale. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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11:00 am |
Romancing the Sale: Ignite High Tickets and Soaring Margins
– Presented by: Christorpher Racana, Dr. Beasley’s Selling is Listening. Discover how to determine customers’ wants, needs and pain points in order to make the client’s life better and make them a customer for life. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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1:00 pm |
The Secret to Finding, Hiring & Keeping Great Employees
– Presented by: Jason Barker, Automotive Profits Academy There’s a secret to finding and hiring your dream employees and keeping them motivated and enthusiastic. Trasures from this session include how to write a help-wanted ad to attract the best applicants, how to interview, spot the “bad eggs” and hire the real-deal applicants. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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2:00 pm |
Prioritizing Profits
– Presented by: Marcy and Alex Tran, Clean Car Custom Detail We’ll give you a formula to eliminating money worries and stresses while ensuring that YOU get payed properly. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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3:00 pm |
Adquiriendo Más Negocios en la Industria Automotriz en Concesionarios y Negocios de Segunda Mano (sesión bilingüe) – Acquiring More Business in the Retail Automotive Industry at Dealerships and Pre-Owned Businesses
– Presented by: Shawn Rowan, Estefano Feliciano, Albert Hernandez, Shane Sawyer, Ardex Labs Inc. Acquiring More Business in the Retail Automotive Industry at Dealerships and Pre-Owned Businesses (bilingual session) |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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8:00 am |
Reflection Artist Clinic: Getting to Know Your Buffing Pads
– Presented by: Mark Elliott and Justin Labato, Buff & Shine Mfg. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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9:00 am |
The Top 10 Must-Have Tools for Starting and Running a Detailing Business
– Presented by: Robyn Sweet, AutoGeek Here they are, the top 10 tools you need as a detailer. Whether you are just getting started or looking to be more efficient in the shop, we’ll lay out the essentials for you. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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10:00 am |
The Power of Add-On Services
– Presented by: Justin Labato, AutoGeek Add revenue to your detailing business. Find out how “Add-On Services” on your price sheet will grow your business and increase your bottom line, and customer loyalty. Get a better idea of new products to look for on the MTE Show floor. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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11:00 am |
Ask a Pro
– Presented by: Justin Labato, AutoGeek Got questions? Want to know how others do it, how the pros do it? From business questions to marketing, here’s your chance to dig in. Topics like how to communicate with customers and understanding your local market are just a few of the areas we’ll dig into. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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1:00 pm |
Sub-surface Glass Polishing and Ceramic Glass Coatings
– Presented by: Mike Phillips, 3D Products How to remove wiper marks, swirls, scratches, and tiny pits in glass using cerium oxide-based glass polish. This class will teach how to safely machine polish glass using rotary and orbital polishers. Also covered will be how to correctly machine dry sand glass for severe below surface defects like deep scratches and wiper marks. Plus, how to seal the glass with a hydrophobic ceramic coating. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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2:00 pm |
Machine Dry Sanding to Remove Orange Peel
– Presented by: Mike Phillips, 3D Products This class will cover how to correctly machine dry sand paint to remove orange peel and other surface texture. Also covered is how to correctly use a rotary polisher to remove sanding marks and polish out swirl-free with an orbital polisher. Plus, how to install a ceramic coating. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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3:00 pm |
Extreme Boat Detailing: Machining Sanding & Gelcoat Ceramic Coatings
– Presented by: Mike Phillips, 3D Products This class will show how to correctly machine wet sand gelcoat to remove deep oxidation followed by how to polish to a swirl-free finish and then how to correctly install a marine grade ceramic coating. Plus, how to educate the owner on proper maintenance for the coating. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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8:00 am |
How to Train and Keep Staff
– Presented by: Yvan Lacroix, CD-SV, RIT In this session participants will learn how to find, hire and keep good staff. In today’s economy it’s extremely important to provide exceptional training and support for your staff. Training costs much more than retention. With a history of 26 locations and over 100 employees, this was a key to our success. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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9:00 am |
Becoming the Million Dollar Detail Shop
– Presented by: Dustin Jackson, Detail Bookie Do you have what it takes to become a Million Dollar Detail Shop? In this presentation, you will receive expert tips and tricks to help you push towards your dreams of becoming one of the leading shops in the industry! |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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10:00 am |
Learn How to Own a Detailing Business That Doesn’t Need You
– Presented by: Jim Lafeber, CD-SV, RIT You started your business because you wanted freedom, yet somewhere along the way, you fell into the owner’s trap. You started believing that unless every single decision goes through you, your business will fall apart. So, you spend just about every waking moment either working on – or worrying about – your business. This session will show you how to grow a business that does not need you. Discover how to create systems and build a team so you can have work-life balance. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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11:00 am |
Why You Need to be a Millionaire Detailer, and How to Stop Making Excuses
– Presented by: Jason Barker, CD-SV Discover this combination of practical tips on how to define “successful” in your business, through a powerful motivational presentation. Learn how to cut through the myriad of distractions and excuses that mount against us as we get more successful. This session is only for highly motivated people who still hold the dream of complete financial freedom, and who still want to make a positive difference in the world. Get focused on your usually-abstract goal of “making a lot of money”, and also gain a new respect for your blue-collar career of car detailing. Find out how to filter and brush-off the unrealistic claims that we all see online about detailing business success. Get the quiet confidence to wade through the BS, and how to listen only to those people who truly want to help you succeed. Learn next-level techniques of visualization from someone who has been successfully teaching this skill to professional athletes in the NFL, major league baseball players, Olympic boxers, people struggling with weight loss, and automotive business owners for over 20 years. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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1:00 pm |
Client Compounding
– Presented by: Renny Doyle, CD-SV, RIT, Detailing Success No, we are not talking about compounds and polishes here. Your existing clients are priceless! Compund your clients by building meaningful relationships, connecting with your market and earning referrals. Combine that with your other marketing efforts, and your profits are going to soar! |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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2:00 pm |
How to Increase Your Detailing Revenue, Improve Your Cash Flow and Boost Your Bottom Line
– Presented by: Davy Tyburski, America’s Chief Profit Officer® Quickly discover 7 of the most effective (and easiest to implement) profit building strategies for your detailing business. This session will provide the blueprint to help you generate more SALES and PROFIT right now! These strategies and techniques are based on his Top Selling Book, “The Profit Book: 21 Unique Ways to Increase Sales, Improve Cash Flow, and Boost Your Bottom Line!” “As a Shark, Davy speaks my language…PROFIT, PROFIT, PROFIT!” – Kevin Harrington, Original Shark on ABC’s Hit TV Show “Shark Tank” All attendees of Davy’s session will receive a complimentary hard-cover copy of The Profit Book: 21 Unique Ways to Increase Sales, Improve Your Cash Flow and Boost Your Bottom Line! |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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3:00 pm |
An Advanced Stain Removal Process
– Presented by: Tyler F. Cucchi, CD-SV, RIT Learn the common and less common stains that can be found in a vehicle’s interior. Find out how to discern between stains separated into TANNIN stains, protein-based stains, and other stains. Looking at stains from this perspective, learn the 3- step system needed in order to do a proper job. Get the simplest way to sort the stains into organic stains or a synthetic stain. Participate in a discussion on how to now look at these stains with a simple two- step system using activated enzymes and a cleaner rather than having to do a 3- steps system on every vehicle. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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8:00 am |
Guide to Successful Growth Marketing
– Presented by: Mary Toledo, Dent Time Do you have a plan for growth marketing? Learn from a pro how their shop plans for growth through expert marketing. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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9:00 am |
Your Network is Your Networth
– Presented by: Kenya Williams, I Shine for You Auto Detailing Networking is a competitive skill designed to identify companies’ networth. This session will introduce networking standards, concepts and methods. Discover how to gain key information from your current clients who share the same passions. Find out how to measure “network” based on your clients cars, careers, family history and lifestyle. From there, you can gain “Networth” for your business. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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10:00 am |
Sell on Ebay and Boost your Revenue
– Presented by: Paul Apollonia This real time session will teach you how to enhance your listings with better descriptions and photography, monitor sales to know what’s working and what’s not, and learn how to avoid costly mistakes that new eBay sellers make. Bring your laptop or tablet, have your eBay account ready for a hands-on session which will give your sales a jump! Taught by a certified eBay trainer for over 10 years. |
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11:00 am |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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1:00 pm |
Mastermind Marketing Strategy: Without A Website, You Don’t Exist!
– Presented by: Karl Stearns, KMS Marketing Solutions Today’s connected consumers have come to expect availability of information from businesses they wish to deal with. Without a well-designed website, the digital world does not know you exist. This session will show you simple ways to define your “brand”, create a logo, and get a website up and running at an affordable cost. Yes, you can have a good website with a few hours work, without spending thousands! |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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2:00 pm |
Mastermind Marketing Strategy: Utilizing Digital Marketing to Build Business
– Presented by: Karl Stearns, KMS Marketing Solutions Gaining and retaining customers is the lifeblood of your business. Digital marketing: Social media, video, email and now SMS marketing are vital tools in your arsenal. This session will cover some of what is available and show you how to build your marketing strategy around tools that work. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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3:00 pm |
Edit TikTok Like a Pro
– Presented by: Myke Toledo, Dent Time Not a lecture, but a hands-on course! Bring your ipad or your laptop and learn to use the fastest growing social media platform for businesses. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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8:00 am |
How to Make $250k Yearly with Diamond Clear
– Presented by: Jonathan Garrett, Paint Pros LLC How to apply Diamond Clear. How to gain dealership accounts with Diamond Clear. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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9:00 am |
Angelwax Coatings Experience
– Presented by: Rick van der Lee From creation to application on paint, a step by step journey with chemist John Hogg also known as Evil Genius, and trainer Rain Albertson |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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10:00 am |
Tired of chasing unqualified leads? Let Pushin PDR help you target the RIGHT customers in your market. (PDR)
– Presented by: Zack Kessler Tired of chasing unqualified leads? Let Pushin PDR help you target the RIGHT customers in your market. This session will help you develop a marketing plan for 2023 to make your PDR business become the obvious choice in the retail market. We will help you understand how to capture a qualified customer at the bottom of your sales funnel. This is not a lecture; we will discuss your “real-life” concerns – we want to hear from you! |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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11:00 am |
Tired of chasing unqualified leads? Let Pushin PDR help you target the RIGHT customers in your market. (Detailing)
– Presented by: Zack Kessler Tired of chasing unqualified leads? Let Pushin PDR help you target the RIGHT customers in your market. This session will help you develop a marketing plan for 2023 to make your detailing business become the obvious choice in the retail market. We will help you understand how to capture a qualified customer at the bottom of your sales funnel. This is not a lecture; we will discuss your “real-life” concerns – we want to hear from you! |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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1:00 pm |
PDR and Latin American Community
– Presented by: Danny Espina, D Dents PDR y la Comunidad Latinoamericana Únase a este panel del hemisferio sur para una discusión sobre cómo iniciar y construir un negocio de PDR en países de toda la comunidad latinoamericana, como Puerto Rico, México y Colombia, así como en los EE. UU. ¿Qué lecciones podemos aprender unos de otros para hacer crecer nuestras empresas, trabajar con nuestras familias y empleados y servir a nuestros clientes? ¿Qué consejos específicamente para la comunidad hispana reunirá? Escuche a los oradores y establezca contactos con otros propietarios de PDR Tech en esta importante sesión. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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2:00 pm |
PDR and Latin American Community, Continued
– Presented by: Danny Espinal, D Dents Join this panel from the southern hemisphere for a discussion on starting, and building a PDR business in countries throughout the Latin American community such as Puerto Rico, Mexico and Columbia as well as the US . What lessons can we learn from each other to grow our companies, work with our families and employees and service our customers? What tips specifically for the Hispanic community will you gather? Hear from the speakers and network with other PDR Tech owners at this important session |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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3:00 pm |
Thinking Outside the Box
– Presented by: Joel LaPalme, IGL Coatings Everyone has a talent and is good at wohat they are good at. To grow your business, You need to be amazing at what you know nothing about. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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8:00 am |
Express Exterior Paint Enhancement for Maximum Profitability
– Presented by: Jason Rose, RUPES USA Products and procedures to dramatically enhance exterior vehicle paint in one very profitable step. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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9:00 am |
Boat Polishing for Auto Detailers
– Presented by: Jason Rose, RUPES USA Learn the surface differences and adjustments needed for car detailers to begin successful boat machine sanding and/or polishing. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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10:00 am |
Paint Surface Cleaning for Durable Results
– Presented by: Jason Rose, RUPES USA Using paint surface residue removers to fully understand permanent defect removal procedures. Managing residue removal procedures during machine compounding and preparing the surface for paint coating protection application. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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11:00 am |
Roundtable Discussion
– Presented by: RUPES USA Mobile detailing trends – The impact of emerging technologies and the pandemic.
Moderator – Bradley Mayhew – RUPES USA |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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1:00 pm |
Wet/Dry Sanding to a Perfect Gloss in Easy Steps
– Presented by: Kelly Harris, Lake Country Manufacturing Manufacturing. Discover the insider knowledge for mastering wet sanding to polishing to perfection. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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2:00 pm |
Become a Production Detail One-Step Master – One Machine and One Pad
– Presented by: Kelly Harris, Lake Country Manufacturing Top tips to get the most for a single pad and motion choice. Find out which motion and pad are best for each and every situation. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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3:00 pm |
Aluminum Polishing 101 – Renegade Products USA, A Division of Maverick Abrasives
– Presented by: Kevin Clapp, Texas Premier Polishing The basics of aluminum wheel polishing. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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8:00 am |
Advanced PDR Techniques and Tools
– Presented by: Tomas Stankevicius and the Stanliner Team, Stanliner Speed up the process of your repairs with less effort by choosing the right tools and techniques. Get a jump on your competition by being more efficient and expand your business. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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9:00 am |
USB Power, the Next Level of Power in the PDR industry
– Presented by: Allen Wilson, Wilson PDR Venture through the history of remote ower over the last decade and look to the currently available power options adapted by the PDR Industry. Watch a demo of power draw of various PDR devices. Learn how to calculate how long your battery should last and to prolong usage times. Get ahead by understanding the options in the market place and life expectancy to make your business efficient. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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10:00 am |
Large Damage and Glue Pulling Best Practices
– Presented by: Gene Fetty, Keco Body Repair Products Learn how to use modern glue pulling tools, tabs and techniques to make the best possible, least invasive repairs possible. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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11:00 am |
The Future of Hail Claims Management
– Presented by: Bill Park, PDRMobile.com A look at Claims Management Today and what it will look like tomorrow. Put yourself in the path of progress. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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1:00 pm |
Writing a Proper Hail Estimate
– Presented by: NAPDRT Board of Directors No matter how good you are with your tools, you have to get the job first. Presenting a proper, precise and well documented hail estimate can be the difference between getting the job and walking away empty handed. Get tips from the pros on how to write an estimate that wins the bid, whether it’s to the vehicle owner, dealership, or insurance company. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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2:00 pm |
Operating a PDR Business in Today's World
– Presented by NAPDRT Board of Directors Business has changed post-pandemic and in the current economic climate. Participate in the discussion of how your peers are operating, finding new revenue sources and managing clients. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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3:00 pm |
Today's Technology – Understanding the What and the Why of Scanning Vehicles
– Presented by the NAPDRT Board of Directors As vehicles become more and more enhanced with safety features, PDR repairs have become more and more under scrutiny. Discover exactly how scanning measures damage and repair sucess and you can make it part of your PDR success. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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8:00 am |
Leather Color Mixing
– Presented by: Lars Pickhardt, Lederzentrum GmbH-Colourlock Basics, knowledge and simple tricks and tips. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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9:00 am |
Microfiber 101
– Presented by: Levi Gates, The Rag Company Compare the differences in various microfiber towels and their uses. This overlooked tool will help take your detailing to the next level. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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10:00 am |
Paint Chip Repair – Added Revenue Source for the Entire Industry
– Presented by: Tony Pando, Dr. Colorchip Whether you are a detailer or a PDR tech, join this session to discover paint chip repair, how to add this service to your business and monetize it. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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11:00 am |
Vegan Leather? Now What?
– Presented by: Lars Pickhardt, Lederzentrum GmbH-Colourlock What is Vegan Leather, how is it recognized, how can it be cleaned, protected and repaired? Discover the next hot product on the market and how you can become an expert. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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1:00 pm |
Introduction to PCR – Paintless Clearcoat Repair
– Presented by: Adam Gauer, RestorFX Automotive PCR is the fastest-growing reconditioning service in the business. Find out how this is changing the way the industry is changing the way to look at the restoration and reconditioning of automotive clear coat. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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2:00 pm |
Introduction to Paint Protection
– Presented by: Ricky Parker, Maxpro Film What is paint protection and how can you make it a bottom line booster? At this session from Maxpro Film you’ll find out the benefits as well as a hands-on demonstration, so you can make a profit in your business. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales | Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA | Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing | Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools | Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits | Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT | Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks | |
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3:00 pm |
Introduction to Window Tint
– Presented by: Ricky Parker, Maxpro Film Using Maxpro Window Films catch all the tips on how to promote, market and get all the benefits of Window Tinting. This hands-on session will give you another profit center to consider in growing your business. |
Gatlin E1 – Business/Sales
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Take Your Sales from Prospect to $$$
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Presented by: Dann Williams & Damon Gray, Owners Pride
You can farm all the leads in the world, but without an efficient sales process you won’t achieve your sales goals. Get tips on the best way to develop a sales process that uses everyone’s time most efficiently and increases the bottom line.
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Attracting More Customers and Closing Sales
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Presented by: Greg Natonson and Jason Otterness, Chicago Auto Pros Detailing
The biggest challenge most shops face is how to get customers to pick up the phone and inquire about services. Greg and Jason will share the marketing and sales secrets they used to grow their business into a multi-million dollar enterprise.
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How To Sell Value and Not Your Service (En Español)
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Presented by: Juan Gonzalez, The Rag Company
Cómo vender valor y no tu servicio – La clave del éxito de cualquier negocio es aprender a crear valor. – For the Spanish Speaking community, learn how to create value, how to approach a potential client, how to rebut customer complaints and create a sale.
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Romancing the Sale: Ignite High Tickets and Soaring Margins
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Presented by: Christorpher Racana, Dr. Beasley’s
Selling is Listening. Discover how to determine customers’ wants, needs and pain points in order to make the client’s life better and make them a customer for life.
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The Secret to Finding, Hiring & Keeping Great Employees
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Presented by: Jason Barker, Automotive Profits Academy
There’s a secret to finding and hiring your dream employees and keeping them motivated and enthusiastic. Trasures from this session include how to write a help-wanted ad to attract the best applicants, how to interview, spot the “bad eggs” and hire the real-deal applicants.
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Prioritizing Profits
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Presented by: Marcy and Alex Tran, Clean Car Custom Detail
We’ll give you a formula to eliminating money worries and stresses while ensuring that YOU get payed properly.
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Adquiriendo Más Negocios en la Industria Automotriz en Concesionarios y Negocios de Segunda Mano (sesión bilingüe) – Acquiring More Business in the Retail Automotive Industry at Dealerships and Pre-Owned Businesses
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Presented by: Shawn Rowan, Estefano Feliciano, Albert Hernandez, Shane Sawyer, Ardex Labs Inc.
Acquiring More Business in the Retail Automotive Industry at Dealerships and Pre-Owned Businesses (bilingual session)
Gatlin A1 – Detailing – Powered By IDA
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Reflection Artist Clinic: Getting to Know Your Buffing Pads
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Presented by: Mark Elliott and Justin Labato, Buff & Shine Mfg.
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The Top 10 Must-Have Tools for Starting and Running a Detailing Business
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Presented by: Robyn Sweet, AutoGeek
Here they are, the top 10 tools you need as a detailer. Whether you are just getting started or looking to be more efficient in the shop, we’ll lay out the essentials for you.
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The Power of Add-On Services
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Presented by: Justin Labato, AutoGeek
Add revenue to your detailing business. Find out how “Add-On Services” on your price sheet will grow your business and increase your bottom line, and customer loyalty. Get a better idea of new products to look for on the MTE Show floor.
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Ask a Pro
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Presented by: Justin Labato, AutoGeek
Got questions? Want to know how others do it, how the pros do it? From business questions to marketing, here’s your chance to dig in. Topics like how to communicate with customers and understanding your local market are just a few of the areas we’ll dig into.
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Sub-surface Glass Polishing and Ceramic Glass Coatings
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Presented by: Mike Phillips, 3D Products
How to remove wiper marks, swirls, scratches, and tiny pits in glass using cerium oxide-based glass polish. This class will teach how to safely machine polish glass using rotary and orbital polishers. Also covered will be how to correctly machine dry sand glass for severe below surface defects like deep scratches and wiper marks. Plus, how to seal the glass with a hydrophobic ceramic coating.
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Machine Dry Sanding to Remove Orange Peel
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Presented by: Mike Phillips, 3D Products
This class will cover how to correctly machine dry sand paint to remove orange peel and other surface texture. Also covered is how to correctly use a rotary polisher to remove sanding marks and polish out swirl-free with an orbital polisher. Plus, how to install a ceramic coating.
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Extreme Boat Detailing: Machining Sanding & Gelcoat Ceramic Coatings
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Presented by: Mike Phillips, 3D Products
This class will show how to correctly machine wet sand gelcoat to remove deep oxidation followed by how to polish to a swirl-free finish and then how to correctly install a marine grade ceramic coating. Plus, how to educate the owner on proper maintenance for the coating.
Gatlin A3 – Detailing – Powered By IDA
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How to Train and Keep Staff
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Presented by: Yvan Lacroix, CD-SV, RIT
In this session participants will learn how to find, hire and keep good staff. In today’s economy it’s extremely important to provide exceptional training and support for your staff. Training costs much more than retention. With a history of 26 locations and over 100 employees, this was a key to our success.
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Becoming the Million Dollar Detail Shop
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Presented by: Dustin Jackson, Detail Bookie
Do you have what it takes to become a Million Dollar Detail Shop? In this presentation, you will receive expert tips and tricks to help you push towards your dreams of becoming one of the leading shops in the industry!
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Learn How to Own a Detailing Business That Doesn’t Need You
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Presented by: Jim Lafeber, CD-SV, RIT
You started your business because you wanted freedom, yet somewhere along the way, you fell into the owner’s trap. You started believing that unless every single decision goes through you, your business will fall apart. So, you spend just about every waking moment either working on – or worrying about – your business. This session will show you how to grow a business that does not need you. Discover how to create systems and build a team so you can have work-life balance.
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Why You Need to be a Millionaire Detailer, and How to Stop Making Excuses
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Presented by: Jason Barker, CD-SV
Discover this combination of practical tips on how to define “successful” in your business, through a powerful motivational presentation. Learn how to cut through the myriad of distractions and excuses that mount against us as we get more successful. This session is only for highly motivated people who still hold the dream of complete financial freedom, and who still want to make a positive difference in the world. Get focused on your usually-abstract goal of “making a lot of money”, and also gain a new respect for your blue-collar career of car detailing. Find out how to filter and brush-off the unrealistic claims that we all see online about detailing business success. Get the quiet confidence to wade through the BS, and how to listen only to those people who truly want to help you succeed. Learn next-level techniques of visualization from someone who has been successfully teaching this skill to professional athletes in the NFL, major league baseball players, Olympic boxers, people struggling with weight loss, and automotive business owners for over 20 years.
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Client Compounding
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Presented by: Renny Doyle, CD-SV, RIT, Detailing Success
No, we are not talking about compounds and polishes here. Your existing clients are priceless! Compund your clients by building meaningful relationships, connecting with your market and earning referrals. Combine that with your other marketing efforts, and your profits are going to soar!
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How to Increase Your Detailing Revenue, Improve Your Cash Flow and Boost Your Bottom Line
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Presented by: Davy Tyburski, America’s Chief Profit Officer®
Quickly discover 7 of the most effective (and easiest to implement) profit building strategies for your detailing business. This session will provide the blueprint to help you generate more SALES and PROFIT right now! These strategies and techniques are based on his Top Selling Book, “The Profit Book: 21 Unique Ways to Increase Sales, Improve Cash Flow, and Boost Your Bottom Line!” “As a Shark, Davy speaks my language…PROFIT, PROFIT, PROFIT!” – Kevin Harrington, Original Shark on ABC’s Hit TV Show “Shark Tank” All attendees of Davy’s session will receive a complimentary hard-cover copy of The Profit Book: 21 Unique Ways to Increase Sales, Improve Your Cash Flow and Boost Your Bottom Line!
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An Advanced Stain Removal Process
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Presented by: Tyler F. Cucchi, CD-SV, RIT
Learn the common and less common stains that can be found in a vehicle’s interior. Find out how to discern between stains separated into TANNIN stains, protein-based stains, and other stains. Looking at stains from this perspective, learn the 3- step system needed in order to do a proper job. Get the simplest way to sort the stains into organic stains or a synthetic stain. Participate in a discussion on how to now look at these stains with a simple two- step system using activated enzymes and a cleaner rather than having to do a 3- steps system on every vehicle.
Gatlin E5 – Digital/Marketing
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Guide to Successful Growth Marketing
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Presented by: Mary Toledo, Dent Time
Do you have a plan for growth marketing? Learn from a pro how their shop plans for growth through expert marketing.
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Your Network is Your Networth
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Presented by: Kenya Williams, I Shine for You Auto Detailing
Networking is a competitive skill designed to identify companies’ networth. This session will introduce networking standards, concepts and methods. Discover how to gain key information from your current clients who share the same passions. Find out how to measure “network” based on your clients cars, careers, family history and lifestyle. From there, you can gain “Networth” for your business.
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Sell on Ebay and Boost your Revenue
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Presented by: Paul Apollonia
This real time session will teach you how to enhance your listings with better descriptions and photography, monitor sales to know what’s working and what’s not, and learn how to avoid costly mistakes that new eBay sellers make. Bring your laptop or tablet, have your eBay account ready for a hands-on session which will give your sales a jump! Taught by a certified eBay trainer for over 10 years.
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Mastermind Marketing Strategy: Without A Website, You Don’t Exist!
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Presented by: Karl Stearns, KMS Marketing Solutions
Today’s connected consumers have come to expect availability of information from businesses they wish to deal with. Without a well-designed website, the digital world does not know you exist. This session will show you simple ways to define your “brand”, create a logo, and get a website up and running at an affordable cost. Yes, you can have a good website with a few hours work, without spending thousands!
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Mastermind Marketing Strategy: Utilizing Digital Marketing to Build Business
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Presented by: Karl Stearns, KMS Marketing Solutions
Gaining and retaining customers is the lifeblood of your business. Digital marketing: Social media, video, email and now SMS marketing are vital tools in your arsenal. This session will cover some of what is available and show you how to build your marketing strategy around tools that work.
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Edit TikTok Like a Pro
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Presented by: Myke Toledo, Dent Time
Not a lecture, but a hands-on course! Bring your ipad or your laptop and learn to use the fastest growing social media platform for businesses.
Gatlin E2 – Learning Tools
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How to Make $250k Yearly with Diamond Clear
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Presented by: Jonathan Garrett, Paint Pros LLC
How to apply Diamond Clear. How to gain dealership accounts with Diamond Clear.
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Angelwax Coatings Experience
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Presented by: Rick van der Lee
From creation to application on paint, a step by step journey with chemist John Hogg also known as Evil Genius, and trainer Rain Albertson
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Angelwax Coatings Experience
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Presented by: Rick van der Lee
From creation to application on paint, a step by step journey with chemist John Hogg also known as Evil Genius, and trainer Rain Albertson
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Tired of chasing unqualified leads? Let Pushin PDR help you target the RIGHT customers in your market. (PDR)
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Presented by: Zack Kessler
Tired of chasing unqualified leads? Let Pushin PDR help you target the RIGHT customers in your market. This session will help you develop a marketing plan for 2023 to make your PDR business become the obvious choice in the retail market. We will help you understand how to capture a qualified customer at the bottom of your sales funnel. This is not a lecture; we will discuss your “real-life” concerns – we want to hear from you!
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Tired of chasing unqualified leads? Let Pushin PDR help you target the RIGHT customers in your market. (Detailing)
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Presented by: Zack Kessler
Tired of chasing unqualified leads? Let Pushin PDR help you target the RIGHT customers in your market. This session will help you develop a marketing plan for 2023 to make your detailing business become the obvious choice in the retail market. We will help you understand how to capture a qualified customer at the bottom of your sales funnel. This is not a lecture; we will discuss your “real-life” concerns – we want to hear from you!
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PDR and Latin American Community
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Presented by: Danny Espina, D Dents
PDR y la Comunidad Latinoamericana Únase a este panel del hemisferio sur para una discusión sobre cómo iniciar y construir un negocio de PDR en países de toda la comunidad latinoamericana, como Puerto Rico, México y Colombia, así como en los EE. UU. ¿Qué lecciones podemos aprender unos de otros para hacer crecer nuestras empresas, trabajar con nuestras familias y empleados y servir a nuestros clientes? ¿Qué consejos específicamente para la comunidad hispana reunirá? Escuche a los oradores y establezca contactos con otros propietarios de PDR Tech en esta importante sesión.
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PDR and Latin American Community, Continued
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Presented by: Danny Espinal, D Dents
Join this panel from the southern hemisphere for a discussion on starting, and building a PDR business in countries throughout the Latin American community such as Puerto Rico, Mexico and Columbia as well as the US . What lessons can we learn from each other to grow our companies, work with our families and employees and service our customers? What tips specifically for the Hispanic community will you gather? Hear from the speakers and network with other PDR Tech owners at this important session
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Thinking Outside the Box
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Presented by: Joel LaPalme, IGL Coatings
Everyone has a talent and is good at wohat they are good at. To grow your business, You need to be amazing at what you know nothing about.
Conway – Pads, Polishing, and Profits
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Express Exterior Paint Enhancement for Maximum Profitability
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Presented by: Jason Rose, RUPES USA
Products and procedures to dramatically enhance exterior vehicle paint in one very profitable step.
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Boat Polishing for Auto Detailers
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Presented by: Jason Rose, RUPES USA
Learn the surface differences and adjustments needed for car detailers to begin successful boat machine sanding and/or polishing.
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Paint Surface Cleaning for Durable Results
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Presented by: Jason Rose, RUPES USA
Using paint surface residue removers to fully understand permanent defect removal procedures. Managing residue removal procedures during machine compounding and preparing the surface for paint coating protection application.
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Roundtable Discussion
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Presented by: RUPES USA
Mobile detailing trends – The impact of emerging technologies and the pandemic. Moderator – Bradley Mayhew – RUPES USA
Sarah Coleman – RUPES USA
Robyn Sweet – Autogeek
Levi Gates – RAG Company
Renny Doyle – Detailing Success
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Wet/Dry Sanding to a Perfect Gloss in Easy Steps
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Presented by: Kelly Harris, Lake Country Manufacturing
Manufacturing. Discover the insider knowledge for mastering wet sanding to polishing to perfection.
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Become a Production Detail One-Step Master – One Machine and One Pad
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Presented by: Kelly Harris, Lake Country Manufacturing
Top tips to get the most for a single pad and motion choice. Find out which motion and pad are best for each and every situation.
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Aluminum Polishing 101 – Renegade Products USA, A Division of Maverick Abrasives
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Presented by: Kevin Clapp, Texas Premier Polishing
The basics of aluminum wheel polishing.
Gatlin E4 – PDR/NAPDRT
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Advanced PDR Techniques and Tools
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Presented by: Tomas Stankevicius and the Stanliner Team, Stanliner
Speed up the process of your repairs with less effort by choosing the right tools and techniques. Get a jump on your competition by being more efficient and expand your business.
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USB Power, the Next Level of Power in the PDR industry
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Presented by: Allen Wilson, Wilson PDR
Venture through the history of remote ower over the last decade and look to the currently available power options adapted by the PDR Industry. Watch a demo of power draw of various PDR devices. Learn how to calculate how long your battery should last and to prolong usage times. Get ahead by understanding the options in the market place and life expectancy to make your business efficient.
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Large Damage and Glue Pulling Best Practices
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Presented by: Gene Fetty, Keco Body Repair Products
Learn how to use modern glue pulling tools, tabs and techniques to make the best possible, least invasive repairs possible.
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The Future of Hail Claims Management
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Presented by: Bill Park, PDRMobile.com
A look at Claims Management Today and what it will look like tomorrow. Put yourself in the path of progress.
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Writing a Proper Hail Estimate
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Presented by: NAPDRT Board of Directors
No matter how good you are with your tools, you have to get the job first. Presenting a proper, precise and well documented hail estimate can be the difference between getting the job and walking away empty handed. Get tips from the pros on how to write an estimate that wins the bid, whether it’s to the vehicle owner, dealership, or insurance company.
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Operating a PDR Business in Today's World
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Presented by NAPDRT Board of Directors
Business has changed post-pandemic and in the current economic climate. Participate in the discussion of how your peers are operating, finding new revenue sources and managing clients.
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Today's Technology – Understanding the What and the Why of Scanning Vehicles
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Presented by the NAPDRT Board of Directors
As vehicles become more and more enhanced with safety features, PDR repairs have become more and more under scrutiny. Discover exactly how scanning measures damage and repair sucess and you can make it part of your PDR success.
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Today's Technology – Understanding the What and the Why of Scanning Vehicles
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Presented by the NAPDRT Board of Directors
As vehicles become more and more enhanced with safety features, PDR repairs have become more and more under scrutiny. Discover exactly how scanning measures damage and repair sucess and you can make it part of your PDR success.
Gatlin E3 – Technology/Product Talks
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Leather Color Mixing
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Presented by: Lars Pickhardt, Lederzentrum GmbH-Colourlock
Basics, knowledge and simple tricks and tips.
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Microfiber 101
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Presented by: Levi Gates, The Rag Company
Compare the differences in various microfiber towels and their uses. This overlooked tool will help take your detailing to the next level.
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Paint Chip Repair – Added Revenue Source for the Entire Industry
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Presented by: Tony Pando, Dr. Colorchip
Whether you are a detailer or a PDR tech, join this session to discover paint chip repair, how to add this service to your business and monetize it.
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Vegan Leather? Now What?
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Presented by: Lars Pickhardt, Lederzentrum GmbH-Colourlock
What is Vegan Leather, how is it recognized, how can it be cleaned, protected and repaired? Discover the next hot product on the market and how you can become an expert.
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Introduction to PCR – Paintless Clearcoat Repair
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Presented by: Adam Gauer, RestorFX Automotive
PCR is the fastest-growing reconditioning service in the business. Find out how this is changing the way the industry is changing the way to look at the restoration and reconditioning of automotive clear coat.
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Introduction to Paint Protection
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Presented by: Ricky Parker, Maxpro Film
What is paint protection and how can you make it a bottom line booster? At this session from Maxpro Film you’ll find out the benefits as well as a hands-on demonstration, so you can make a profit in your business.
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Introduction to Window Tint
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Presented by: Ricky Parker, Maxpro Film
Using Maxpro Window Films catch all the tips on how to promote, market and get all the benefits of Window Tinting. This hands-on session will give you another profit center to consider in growing your business.
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