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Online Registration, Housing for 34th Annual National

Trailer Dealers Association Convention Open May 13…

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GENERAL SESSION years’ Tournament
takes place at
The General Session on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024, includes a panel of top the stunning and
executives from semi-trailer OEMs, that currently includes Mac Trailer aw ard- winning
Manufacturing, Inc., Great Dane Trailers, Fontaine Specialized, Indian Wells Golf
and Stoughton Trailers. The panel will discuss the trailer industry Resort on Friday,
outlook for 2025; challenges facing the industry; the current regulatory Oct. 11, 2024.
environment; and more. Plus, Jonathan Starks, CEO of Freight The Indian Wells
Transportation Research, will provide a trailer industry economic Golf Club features
overview. 36-holes and a
magnificent 53,000
CONCURRENT SESSION sq. ft. clubhouse.
This is one of the few properties to have two courses ranked in the
The Convention will also feature concurrent sessions including the Top 25 “Best Municipal Courses in the U.S.” by Golfweek Magazine. The
popular “Dealer Big Ideas” session introduced in 2023 to help dealers Celebrity Course & Players Course (a.k.a., “Beauty and the Beast”) hosted
improve productivity, efficiency, and profitability. Golf Channel’s Big Break and the PGA’s Skins Game. Both courses are
located within walking distance of the Renaissance Esmeralda.
Rex Benfield, EVP of Paladin Business Consulting, LLC, will take
attendees through real-world cyber security situations impacting trailer The Tournament serves as a fundraiser for the National Trailer Dealers
dealers and how to mitigate the growing risk of data and economic loss Foundation, a 501(C)3 nonprofit organization established May 2023
posed by AI, ransomware, and other destructive attacks. with the goal of providing scholarships to children of NTDA member
employees as well as to trailer industry professionals and other
Frank Leonard, CSO of Zenus.ai, will provide an overview on the latest professionals who wish to further develop their technical skills by
AI developments and what they mean to dealers and manufacturers attending training programs, trade schools, colleges, or universities.
alike.
Attendees and guests can explore optional activities in and around
The annual Exhibition and Luncheon on Thursday, Oct. 10 will feature Indian Wells and the great Palm Springs area. Spouses and guests can
nearly 100 displays and include new products and innovations, finance enjoy the resort’s pool cabanas on Thursday, Oct. 10. Registrants and
options, and more. guests can explore the San Andreas Fault on an adventurous Jeep tour
on Friday, Oct. 11.
The registration area this year will be in a lounge setup that offers
attendees the opportunity to print their badges and tickets, enjoy TRAILBLAZER AWARD
beverages and snacks, network with colleagues, and meet with
Association partners, including Tim Reynolds, Partner at Davidson, Attendees will enjoy the final evening of the Convention with a delicious
Holland, Whitesell & Co., PLLC; and Becky Harding, Director of dinner and wine pairings on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024. The NTDA will
Association Programs at J.D. Fulwiler & Co. Insurance. Attendees can recognize outstanding membership ambassadors, sponsors, Board of
also meet with members of the National Trailer Dealers Association Directors, and other notable individuals during a fun and entertaining
Board of Directors and the National Trailer Dealers Foundation Board evening. Truck, Parts, Service will presents its Trailblazer Award again
of Directors. at the Awards Dinner. Nominate your company or another dealer at
https://www.truckpartsandservice.com/page/trailblazeraward.
Multiple networking events, including a reception for first-time
attendees and event sponsors, and an outdoor Welcome Reception will For more information about the Convention, contact the NTDA toll-free
take place on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024. (U.S. and Canada) at 1-800-800-4552, direct dial (810) 229-5960, or e-mail
membership@ntda.org.
GOLF TOURNAMENT
Register and book your hotel room on May 13, 2024 on www.ntda.org.
As always, the annual Golf Tournament draws a sizable attendance. This
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