The ARA’s 81st Annual Convention & Expo will be held in Reno, Nevada, from October 23-26, 2024. This event celebrates decades of industry excellence, offering attendees the chance to enhance their professional skills and network with global leaders at the Peppermill Resort & Casino. Increase your odds of success by attending!
‘Each year, the Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) Annual Convention & Expo draws attendees from across the globe. This year’s gathering is a sure bet for professional growth and productive networking as ARA celebrates 81 years of representing the industry in beautiful Reno, Nevada. Join us on October 23-26, 2024, at the recently renovated Peppermill Resort & Casino!
81 Years of Industry Education
ARA has put together an exciting lineup of speakers and topics, using feedback from last year and reviewing proposals submitted earlier in the year.
Throughout the day on Friday and Saturday, nearly 50 automotive recyclers and industry experts will share their insights on topics that YOU, ARA members and attendees, have requested. Topics include parts preparation and shipping, wheel stands, cyber security, EV battery handling, process standardization, increasing efficiencies, 2024 market changes and leveraging opportunities in your control, and more! ARA also welcomes several new speakers this year that you have not seen elsewhere.
The always popular Tech Talks will continue this year, interspersed throughout the educational program to allow time for more attendees to take advantage of these focused timeslots dedicated to providing insight into new tools or more efficient ways of using tools you currently have.
Attendees can benefit from the ARA Expo, a highlight each year and one of the largest in the industry. It offers the unique opportunity to interact with approximately 80+ industry vendors face-to-face and learn about innovative products and technologies to enhance your business.
“The valuable insights from peers and the relationships built at ARA Conventions are priceless” says Sandy Blalock, ARA Executive Director. “Attendees have told us that they get a lot out of the educational sessions, but the biggest assets to attending are the long-term relationships built and the invaluable insight shared between industry colleagues – not only what does work, but what doesn’t as well! The return on investment of attending an ARA Convention is immeasurable.”
Networking Opportunities Abound
Since networking is so beneficial, ARA provides several opportunities to encourage further sharing of ideas.
Start your day off right at our daily prayer meetings hosted by ARA Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, Mike French. This group meets, shares prayer needs and starts the day off on a positive note!
Our international delegates will benefit from Global Best Practices session on Friday afternoon, and an International Networking Reception on Thursday night following the close of the Exposition. This provides an opportunity for conversations about the similarities and differences in the market for recycled parts experienced by our friends from around the globe.
The Ladies of Automotive Recycling Association (LARA) just keeps growing. We will again host a LARA Wine & Cheese social prior to the Friday night Awards Dinner – we hope all ladies in attendance will join us for the special event.
Keeping in line with our location – this year’s theme for the Friday night Networking & Awards Dinner is Cowboy Casino Royale! Don your western wear, bling it out, be James Bond or somewhere in between – it’s your night, your choice! We’ve listened to input and over the last few years, have made this popular event more relaxed and fun – and the increased attendance for this evening is proof that we have moved in the right direction! Enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of the night – and celebrate your colleagues as the 2024 STAR Award winners as are recognized.
Closing out this year’s event will be our new “Afterglow Party.” This is your chance to relax, share last minute tidbits with colleagues, enjoy some tunes from our DJ, dance and just enjoy the night.
This will also be the end of an era as ARA says thank you to Executive Director Sandy Blalock and Meeting Planner Kim Glasscock as they return to the consulting sector – so come celebrate with them and thank them for their years of service and dedication to ARA!
Why Gamble With Your Future?
Don’t miss this opportunity to increase your odds for future success! Come learn, network and celebrate with us at ARA’s 81st annual Convention and Exposition AND BE THE BIG WINNER!’
For further information, go to a-r-a.org/convention
