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utomotive recyclers are good at many things auto related, but one area the industry excels at has nothing to do with vehicles. It has to do with industry collaboration. Few industries can say that competitors come together annually and share best prac-
tices – even secrets to success – to benefit others. The “Together We Succeed” credo comes from a rich history (78+ years) of uniting to discuss and debate the future, where recyclers have gathered with the Automotive Recy- clers Association (ARA) to challenge the status quo. This year, auto recyclers are appreciating the oppor- tunity to gather more than ever. In the history of ARA, only 9/11 completely canceled an ARA convention. That year there was no virtual option, yet life, business and the economy continued on despite the national tragedy. On this, the 20th anniversary year of 9/11, it is apropos that after a year-long mandated global shutdown that pre- vented ANY assembling of ANYONE, that we all come back together for the 78th Annual ARA Convention & Expo, November 10-13, in Dallas, Texas. Last year with all industry events canceled, ARA made a historic decision to facilitate “ARA EDGE 2020,” the first-ever virtual convention and expo for the industry. The stellar training and exposition experience offered a much-needed lifeline to many recyclers and industry vendor businesses. (EDGE 2020 sessions are located on
ARAUniversity.org, under Industry Training.) ARA wants to thank those companies that sponsored and exhibited virtually last year (see page 9.)Without their support EDGE 2020 would not have been possible. Yet, as beneficial as it was to hold the event online, everyone knows that nothing replaces an in-person gath- ering for this giant industry family. “ARA is very excited to get the community back together in Dallas,” says Scott Robertson, Jr., ARA President. “So much is happening simultaneously to impact the way we do business, it is vital we get back together to discuss what is coming. I am looking forward to co-facilitating another Recycler’s Roundtable to put these issues on the table and discuss strategies that will help us all thrive amid rapid change.”
Tackling Change Head-On
The time is now to embrace improved processes and new business models. Be “in the room” to discuss and learn from the industry’s brightest minds. With so much occurring across sectors, knowledge is vital to keeping up. Industry companies and speakers are ready for the
event. “We are excited for the upcoming in-person ARA event in November,” says Kirk Monger, Director of Sales for Hollander. “Technology did a great job keeping us all connected during the pandemic, but there is nothing like
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AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS Visit
www.a-r-a.org/convention
Thursday, November 11, 2021 ARA Committees Meetings Tech Talks from Buddy AI,
Car-Part.com, Crush, Hollander, Pinnacle
NOVEMBER 10-13, 2021 DALLAS, TEXAS • SHERATON
Opening Keynote – The Evolving Automotive Industry – Tony Graham, Solera’s Executive VP of Sales, Customer Success and Growth
Ribbon Cutting & Past President’s Reception at Exposition Opening
Friday, November 12, 2021 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) The Future of Mobility: Recycling Converters, Batteries, Sensors, ECUs & More
Using Your Data to Cultivate Leaders Gain More Through Mentoring How Consistent Customer Service & Business Policy will Grow Your Profits
Environmental Ethos HR 101: Finding, Hiring and Keeping Great People The Coming World of Estimate Automation and Making Sure Your Business Is Prepared
Succession, Sales and Yard Valuation Leading Your Sales Team to Success Lunch with the Exhibitors TARA Member Meeting Networking & ARA Annual Awards Night Dinner
Saturday, November 13, 2021 Ladies of the Automotive Recyclers Association Breakfast Meeting with Guest Speaker
Exposition Open with Breakfast Simple Safety Steps Buying, Pricing and Inventory Productivity Recycler’s Roundtable with Lunch The Future is Here: High Voltage Vehicles Self Service - Seeing the Big Picture Digitizing Parts Sourcing: Strategies for Optimizing Your Business to Capitalize on the Growth of Estimate Automation
EV Lithium Ion Batteries - The Economic Case for Reuse vs. Repurpose vs. Recycle
Post Pandemic Work Culture How to Succeed Together on eBay Certification
Closing Keynote – From Ideas to Execution: Creating an Action Plan for Growth – Heather Christie, Business Coach
Facility Tour and Networking at Fenix Parts and DFW Elite Toy Museum
Elit To Museum
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