CARSTAR Auto Body Repair Experts has announced the 2013 CARSTAR Conference held Sept. 7-10 at the Palazzo Las Vegas Resort at the Venetian.
Themed “Peak Performance”, the conference will deliver world-class business education programs, vendor partner networking events, motivational speakers and an insurance industry forum, according to the company. Anthony Bourke, CEO and founder of Mach 2 Consulting, will be the keynote speaker. Mach 2 uses the fighter pilot debriefing concept to help companies achieve operational excellence and deliver on their goals.
In addition, the lineup of speakers includes:
- Mike Anderson, founder of CollisionAdvice.com
- Vince Romans, founding partner of The Romans Group, LLC
- Jeff Peevy, director of field operations for I-CAR
- Michael Macaluso, chief operating officer for CARSTAR Canada
- Jeff Middleton, owner of three CARSTAR stores in the Seattle region
- John Holt, senior vice president of off-airport operations North America for Hertz
- Mark Algie, business development manager for 3M Automotive Aftermarket Division
- Paul Whittleston, vice president of automotive refinish and industrial coatings for BASF
- Terry Fortner, vice president of industry relations and market development for LKQ
- Alex Sun, president and CEO of Mitchell International
“This is the most dynamic collision industry event of the year where store owners, business leaders, vendor partners and insurance companies come together to help build the collective industry for the future,” said David Byers, CEO of CARSTAR. “This will be the largest MSO network event of the year, and we’re excited to offer the incredible lineup of speakers, education events and networking opportunities exclusively for the CARSTAR store owners. This is just one of the many resources we provide store owners in the CARSTAR family, and a powerful tool for them to help grow and improve their operations.”
The 2013 CARSTAR Conference also will include the 2013 CARSTAR awards banquet; tour opportunities to Red Rock Canyon and the Hoover Dam; a golf tournament at Royal Links; and closing ceremonies at the Stratosphere Las Vegas.
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