Adstrategies Curt Van Loon (410) 829-3714, cvl@adstrategies@me.com
Adstrategies is the largest event Ad Agency in the country. Adstrategies manages the marketing affairs for 200+ international auto shows, international boat shows, international motorcycle shows, home shows, computer shows, bridal shows, and more. Adstrategies has a staff of 25, is headquartered in Maryland, and has been in business since 1992.
Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers Matthew Godlewski (202) 326-5500, mgodlewski@autoalliance.org
The Alliance is a leading national automotive trade association, representing the industry on public policy issues at the federal level and across all 50 states. Alliance members comprise 12 car and light truck manufacturers including BMW Group, Chrysler, Ford Motor Company, General Motors Company, Jaguar Land Rover, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz USA, Mitsubishi Motors, Porsche, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Volvo. These companies represent almost 80 percent of all US vehicle sales. The Alliance is headquartered in Washington, DC and also maintains offices in Detroit and Sacramento.
Ally Steve Kinkade (313) 656-3672, steve.kinkade@ally.com
With nearly a century of automotive finance experience, Ally offers and array of high-value products and services to more than 20,000 dealers worldwide. In North America, the company is the largest independent provider of new retail loans. Last year, Ally financed one of every ten new vehicle purchases in the U.S. Ally is the preferred financing provider for General Motors, Chrysler, Saab, Fiat, Suzuki, and Maserati vehicles. In addition, the company is also the preferred automotive finance provider for Thor Industries RVs, the world’s largest manufacturer of recreational vehicles
American Fidelity Bob Fleet (405) 523-5450, bob.fleet@af-group.com
Founded in 1960, American Fidelity Assurance Company is a family-owned life and health insurance company. We offer a diverse portfolio of employer services, such as Section 125 plans, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, and health reimubursement arrangements. In addition, we offer quality insurance benefits, such as disability income insurance, life insurance, and more.
American Financial Services Association (AFSA) Danielle Fagre Arlowe (952) 922-6500, dfagre@afsamail.org
The American Financial Services Association is the national trade association for the consumer credit industry, protecting access to credit and consumer choice. AFSA members provide approximately 20% of all consumer credit in the U.S. Our member companies offer vehicle financing, payment cards, personal installment loans, and mortgage loans.
Association of Global Automakers Gordon Fry (202) 650-5560, gfry@globalautomakers.org
The Association of Global Automakers, formerly known as the Association of International Automobile Manufacturers (AIAM), represents international motor vehicle manufacturers, original equipment suppliers, and other automotive-related trade associations. Our members include American Honda Motor Company, American Suzuki Motor Corp, Aston Martin Lagonda of North America, Ferrari North America, Hyundai Motor America, Isuzu Motors America, Kia Motors American, Mahindra & Mahindra, Maserati North America, McLaren Automotive, and Mitsubishi Motors North America, Nissan North America, Peugeot Motors of America, Subaru of America, and Toyota Motor North America. Global Automakers works with industry leaders, legislators, regulators, and other stakeholders in the U.S. to create public policies that improve motor vehicle safety, encourage technological innovation, and protect our planet. Our goal is to foster an open and competitive automotive marketplace that encourages investment, job growth, and development of vehicles that can enhance Americans’ quality of life.
AutoTrader.com Christine Rucker (404) 568-7516, Christine.rucker@autotrader.com
AutoTrader.com, launched in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, GA, is the internet’s leading auto classified marketplace and consumer information website. AutoTrader.com aggregates in a single location millions of new, used, and certified pre-owned vehicles listed for sale from thousands of auto dealers and private sellers. The site attracts more than 15 million unique monthly visitors – in-market car buyers who are searching inventory, looking for specials, and ready to buy. Through innovative merchandising products such as multiple photos and comprehensive search functionality, AutoTrader.com unites buyer and seller online – dramatically improving the way people research, locate and advertise vehicles.
Chrysler Phil Bockhorn (248) 512-3669, plb@chrysler.com
Chrysler Group, LLC, formed in 2009 from a global strategic alliance with Fiat, S.p.A.k, produces Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram Truck, Mopar, and Fiat vehicles and products. With the resources, technology, and worldwide distribution network required to compete on a global scale, the alliance builds on Chrysler Group’s culture of innovation – first established by Walter P. Chrysler in 1925, and Fiat’s complimentary technology that dates back to it’s founding in 1899.
Computerized Vehicle Registration (CVR) Ken Mehall (313) 845-6946, kmehall@cvrreg.com
Formed in 1992, and jointly owned by ADP Dealer Services and Reynolds & Reynolds, CVR is the leading provider of electronice vehicle registration and titling programs in the US. CVR currently has value added programs operational in 26 states and is responsible for dramatic improvements in the speed, accuracy, efficiency, and security of the vehicle registration process while extending this capability to the point of sale. CVR processes nearly 8 million vehicle transactions and over 4.2 million secure DMV inquiries annually. CVR is dedicated to partnering with motor vehicle agencies and dealer associations to deliver process improvement and financial and operational benefits that translate to enhanced services and additional options offered to the driving public.
Czarnowski John Pugh (412) 231-0800, jpugh@czarnowski.com
Established in 1947, Czarnowski is one of the largest, privately owned, full service exhibit companies in the nation, with more than 2 million square feet of manufacturing and storage space, as well as in-house labor and support services in more than 36 cities. Czarnowski's automotive group was responsible for one of the first outdoor automotive launches, introducing the MINI Cooper Convertible at the New York Auto Show.
DealerTrack Ernest Lattimer (410) 977-2515, ernest.lattimer@dealertrack.com
DealerTrack’s high-value software solutions for the automotive retail industry enhance efficiency and profitability across every dealership department. DealerTrack’s Dealer Management System(DMS) delivers cost-effective functionality to manage dealership data and operations. Its inventory management, sales and F&I, and compliance solutions help optimize dealership inventory, increase sales and protect against legal risks. DealerTrack operates a leading online credit application network, including approximately 19,000 dealers and 750 financing sources.
Ethos Group Kerry Muller (972) 331-1006, kmuller@ethosgroup.com
Ethos Group provides franchised vehicle dealerships across the U.S. with an integrated program of results-driven income development services and products which enhance profitability and control, comprehensive training and development of educational programs for clients, robust recruiting and precise placement, and programs tailored to each individual dealership’s needs.
Fern Expo & Events Rick Tyner (816) 221-0525, rtyner@fernexpo.com
Fern is a leading national exposition and event services provider. We’re about stability, trust, service, accomplishment and success. These attributes are the foundation of our 100 year history and what makes us what we are today. Our legacy includes a staff of experienced and committed professionals and satisfied customers.
Ford Motor Company Pete Lawson (202) 962-5392, plawson@ford.com
Ford is a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, MI, and manufacturers or distributes automobiles across six continents. With about 166,000 employees and about 70 plants worldwide, the company’s automotive brands include Ford and Lincoln. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company.
Freeman Decorating Company Tom Roy tom.roy@freemanco.com
Freeman is the world’s leading provider of integrated services for face-to-face marketing events. Clients engage Freeman for strategic counsel, creative development, and on-site logistics execution. Customer driven, Freeman has a reputation for providing reliable, consistent, and highly regarded products and services.
General Motors Mark Mueller (313) 667-2671, mark.e.mueller@gm.com
General Motors is one of the world’s largest automakers, tracing its roots back to 1908. With its global headquarters in Detroit, GM employs 202,000 people in every major region of the world and does business in more than 120 countries. GM and its strategic partners produce cars and trucks in 30 countries and sell these vehicles through the following brands: Baojun, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Daewoo, Holden, Isuzu, Jiefang, Opel, Vauxhall, and Wuling. GM’s largest national market is China, followed by the US, Brazil, United Kingdom, Germany, Canada, and Italy. GM’s OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services.
GES Denise Martin (702) 515-5613, dmartin@ges.com
Las Vegas based Global Experience Specialists, Inc. (GES), is a leading provider of exhibition, event, and retail marketing services. The company offers a wide range of solutions including turn-key official show services, cutting-edge creation and design, branded entertainment, integrated marketing and measurement services - all with an unrivaled global reach.
Gulf States Toyota Ken Roche (713) 580-3200, smessina@friedkin.com
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. is a privately owned company and one of the largest distributors of Toyota vehicles. Founded in 1969 in Houston, TX, Gulf States Toyota teams up with over 150 dealerships in a five-state region to meeting the rising demand for Toyota cars, minivans, SUVs and trucks.
KPA Vane Clayton (303) 228-8753, vclayton@kpaonline.com
KPA is a national compliance expert on safety, environmental, and human resource, serving more than 3,500 clients nationwide. KPA’s environmental, health and safety services are critical in reducing accidents and associated costs while ensuring the highest level of compliance with EPA and OSHA regulations. KPA’s human resources system screens problem applicants, forces compliance with state and federal regulations, and dramatically reduces the risk of lawsuits and administrative costs.
NADART Betsy Piper/Bach (703) 821-7219, bpiperbach@nada.org
The NADA Retirement Trust was founded in 1957 for the sole purpose of providing affordable, high quality retirement plan recordkeeping, administration, and investment services to help clients reach their financial goals. Our staff is comprised of dedicated and knowledgeable personnel who strive to provide the most dependable and reliable services possible.
NADA Used Car Guide Company Stu Zalud (703) 821-4636, szalud@nada.org
NADA Used Car Guide offers a wide range of market-reflective used vehicle values, including those for used passenger car, light-duty and commercial truck, motorcycle, classic car and other specialty vehicles. Available in a variety of delivery methods, NADA’s products and services are used daily throughout the auto, finance, fleet-lease, government and insurance industries.
Reynold & Reynolds Allen Marquart (818) 678-6075, allen_marquart@reyrey.com
The Reynolds & Reynolds Company is composed of document solution consultants who are specifically trained to help dealers improve cash flow, efficiency, and productivity, and address compliance related concerns.
Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA) Mike Molino (703) 591-7130, mmolino@rvda.org
RVDA is the national association representing RV dealers. RVDA assists dealer members in being professional, successful, and profitable in order to achieve total customer loyalty through education, industry leadership, member services, proactively influencing legislation, and market expansion.
Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) Dianne Farrell (703) 620-6003, dfarrell@rvia.org
RVIA is the national trade association representing manufacturers of America’s family camping vehicles, commonly known as recreation vehicles or RVs, and their component part suppliers.
Shepard Exposition Services Kevin Bird (404) 720-8770, kbird@shepardes.com
Shepard is a leading national general service contractor in the exhibition industry for making the production of face-to-face events easy. Our vast product offerings allow us to provide customized services on a national level.
Television Bureau of Advertising (TVB) Joe Tirinato (212)486-1111, joet@tvb.org
TVB is the not-for-profit trade association of America’s commercial broadcast television industry. Its members include television broadcast groups, advertising sales reps, syndicators, international broadcasters, associate members and over 500 individual television stations. TVB actively promotes local media marketing solutions to the advertising community, and in so doing, works to develop advertising dollars for the medium’s multiple platforms, including on-air, website, and mobile. TVB provides a diverse variety of tools and resources to support its members and to help advertisers make the best use of local ad dollars.
TIME Kristen Leoce (212) 522-5094, Kristen@timedealeroftheyear.com
The prestigious TIME Dealer of the Year Award honors outstanding new car dealers across America and their unyielding commitment to improving their communities. In partnership with Ally, and in cooperation with NADA, TIME will present the 43rd annual TIME Dealer of the Year Award at the NADA annual convention in Las Vegas on February 4, 2012.
UBS Financial Services Rusty Cappelen (772)234-7407, rusty.cappelen@ubs.com
As one of the world's leading wealth managers, UBS is powerfully positioned to address the new realities of today's global economy. Our focus, leadership and resources, delivered by dedicated and passionate professionals, are uniquely aligned to instill the trust and confidence that investors are seeking. Today, few other firms rival our 150-year tradition of providing exceptional wealth management. Our comprehensive yet customized approach to financial planning and industry-leading research are designed to meet the needs of our individual investors.
vAuto Dinos Constantine (630) 590-2029, dconstantine@vauto.com
The vAuto system is a suite of solutions that provides the auto industry’s only “real time” analysis of used vehicle markets with up-to-the-minute information about used vehicle supply, demand, and pricing tailored to specific dealership market areas. vAuto utilizes its Live Market Pricing, Appraising, Stocking, and Merchandising modules to provide solutions for successful inventory management.
Wolters Kluwer Financial Services Brad Fleener (320) 240-5631, brad.fleener@wolterskluwer.com
Wolters Kluwer is a premier provider of retail installment contracts and lending solutions for auto dealers, lenders, and finance companies throughout the United States. Our solutions are trusted and proven, built on more than 50 years of regulatory compliance and business expertise within the auto finance markets.
Zurich Brian Weber (913) 339-1619, brian.weber@zurichna.com
Zurich Financial Services Group is an insurance-based financial services provider with a global network of subsidiaries and offices in North America and Europe, as well as in Asia Pacific, Latin America and other markets. Founded in 1872, the Group is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. It employs approximately 55,000 people serving customers in more than 120 countries. In North America, Zurich is a leading commercial property-casualty insurance provider serving the global corporate, large corporate, middle market, small business, specialties and programs sectors. Zurich Direct Markets is the nation’s oldest and largest insurer of automobile dealerships. In business since 1922, Zurich Direct Markets specializes in insurance products and services for automobile, truck, equipment and motorcycle dealers, and automotive aftermarket businesses.