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www.ntda.org                                                                                    APRIL/MAY 2025


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         NATIONAL TRAILER DEALERS ASSOCIATION
        35th Annual NTDA Convention Online & Housing


        Registration Opens May 12, 2025



















        The National Trailer Dealers Association (NTDA) will host its 35th Annual      As the commercial semi-trailer industry navigates evolving
        Convention Tuesday, Oct. 7–Thursday, Oct. 11, 2025, at the JW Marriott   legislative and  regulatory  landscapes,  stakeholders  face  a  critical
        Starr Pass Resort & Spa in Tucson, Arizona.            debate: How do new policies impact safety, efficiency, and economic
                                                               growth?
        ONLINE REGISTRATION & HOUSING OPEN MAY 12                 This year’s General Session features a “Trucking Policy Showdown:
        Online registration and housing opens May 12, 2025 on    Balancing  Regulations  and  Economic  Impacts  in  the  Semi-Trailer
        www.ntda.org for the much-anticipated in-person Convention that is   Industry” point-counterpoint session that will present opposing
        dedicated to gathering the best of the best in the semi-trailer industry.   perspectives on key issues. NTDA  Lobbyist Timothy Lynch, Senior
        Situated next to Tucson Mountain Park, the JW Marriott Tucson Starr   Director, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP; and Kenny Vieth, President &
        Pass Resort & Spa is an upscale resort perfect for learning, relaxing, and   Senior Analyst with ACT Research, will engage in a dynamic discussion
        experiencing Tucson.                                   on the trade-offs between regulatory compliance and operational
                                                               costs, offering insights into the future of trucking policy and its
        WORLD-CLASS EDUCATION                                  broader economic implications. Attendees will gain a well-rounded
        The Association welcomes renowned business strategist and thought   understanding of the challenges and opportunities shaping the
        leader  Peter Sheahan, founder of Karrikins Group, as its Keynote   industry today.  Kevin  Jones, Editor-in-Chief, of  Trailer/Body Builders
        Presenter. As an internationally recognized speaker, author, and expert   Magazine, will moderate the session. Vieth will also give us insights into
        on business growth, Sheahan will bring his dynamic insights to trailer   what lies ahead as he provides a trailer industry economic overview.
        industry leaders, providing actionable  strategies to navigate today’s      The Convention will also feature concurrent sessions including the
        evolving market landscape.                             popular “Dealer Big Ideas” session that was first introduced in 2023 to
           Sheahan has built a global reputation for helping organizations   help dealers improve productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
        accelerate growth, transform their business models, and stay ahead
        of disruptive trends. As the founder of Karrikins Group, a consultancy  CONNECT & NETWORK
        specializing in cultural transformation and business development,   The  registration  area  offers  attendees  the  opportunity  to  print  their
        Sheahan has worked with some of the world’s most recognizable   badges and tickets, enjoy beverages and snacks, network with
        brands, including Hyundai, Wells Fargo, Apple, Microsoft, IBM, Pfizer,   colleagues, and meet with Association partners, including  Tim
        Cardinal Health, and Walmart.                          Reynolds, Partner at Davidson, Holland,  Whitesell & Co., PLLC; and
                                                               Becky Harding, Director of Association Programs at J.D. Fulwiler & Co.
         ALSO IN THIS ISSUE                                    Insurance, as well as Nyla Storms and Niles Crum with CardConnect.
                                                               Attendees can also meet with members of the National Trailer Dealers
         NTDA’s Commercial Semi-Trailer                        Foundation Board of Directors.
         Advocacy PAC Making Progress on                         Multiple networking events, including a reception for first-time
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