We’re pleased to announce that the CD/NLA Vegas Show Early-Bird Rate has been extended to 11:59 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 17. This is your last chance to save $70 to secure your space for $549. If you’re an NLA member, you can save an additional $100 and get four days of education, networking, and fun for only $449. Don’t wait, click here to register now to join us at the MGM Grand on March 3-6.
One of the most exciting things about Vegas is the influx of new faces at the show. In addition to seeing our old friends and colleagues, it’s encouraging to see so many first-time attendees take part in the event. This not only proves that our industry is alive, well, and growing, but it also provides veteran showgoers with the opportunity to expand their network with new companies and markets.
However, for the operators new to the CD/NLA event, they may be filled with equal parts excitement and anxiety, as the show can be a bit overwhelming when you’re a newbie. With that in mind, we’re proud to present our annual First-Timers’ Event on Sunday, March 3 at 1:30 p.m. We’ll kick things off with a brief orientation, where you and your fellow first-timers will be paired with an experienced industry professional who can make recommendations for the best sessions to attend, people to meet, and allay any other confusion you have about the show. Furthermore, you can always reach out to anyone on the CD or NLA teams for more assistance, but we take it one step further. Lifelong friendships and business relationships often start at our shows, so you’ll get to know at least a few people who can lend a hand after attending our orientation. After the First-Timers’ Event, all you have to do is concentrate on your investment in attending the show.
“As a first timer to the show, I felt very welcomed and everyone was friendly. I met fantastic people and made connections that will be very helpful to our business,” says Nancy Plante of Executive Express.
And speaking of investment, first-time operators may be curious as to what the price of admission entails. Well, to start, you get four days loaded with classroom-style education and interactive roundtables, as well as dedicated networking events like the Affiliate Central Global Forum, Women in the Industry Breakfast, and the International Meet & Greet. Your ticket also grants you admission to our expansive show floor where you can wheel and deal with vendors, builders, and manufacturers of all the tech, services, and metal you need for your business. Furthermore, attendees are invited to two evening parties featuring entertainment, all-you-can-eat light fare, and open bar. Last but not least, we supply three breakfasts and two lunches.
Whether you’re a first-time attendee of Vegas veteran, you’ll want to check out our full schedule of events so you can plan to get the most out of the CD/NLA Show. Our schedule is where you’ll find everything from sessions like Cyber Security: Common Threats for Small Businesses and DIY Marketing: Tips & Tricks to Reach Your Audience and Promote Your Brand to our Technology roundtable, not to mention the International Panel Discussion, and our extended show floor hours on Monday and Tuesday. What’s more, you’ll be able to plan your time at Tuesday’s Affiliate Central Global Forum and the first-ever Chauffeur Driven Advertiser Meet & Greet. See the full schedule below.
Sunday | March 3
9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Registration
12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. .. Cyber Security: Common Threats for Small Businesses
1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. ..... First-Timers’ Event
1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. ..... Advanced Operator Session: Taking the Next Leap
3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. ..... Succession & Estate Planning
4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. ..... Association Summit
4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. ..... Livery Coach Solutions User Group Meeting
6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. ..... Break
9:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. .. Opening Night Party on Show Floor
Monday | March 4
7:00 am - 6:00 p.m. ....... Registration
7:00 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. ..... Breakfast
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. ..... Small Operator Session: Expanding Your Retail Footprint
9:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. ... FMCSA Updates
9:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. ... International Panel Discussion
10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. . NLA Annual Membership Meeting
12:15 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. ... Keynote Address
1:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. ..... Show Floor
1:45 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. ..... Lunch on the Show Floor
5:45 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. ..... International Meet & Greet
7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. ..... Break
9:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. ... Monday Night Party: ’80s vs. ’90s
Tuesday | March 5
7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. ..... Registration
7:15 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. ..... Breakfast
7:15 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. ..... Women in the Industry Breakfast
8:15 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. ..... Sustainability & EV Panel Discussion
9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. ... DIY Marketing: Tips & Tricks to Reach Your Audience and Promote Your Brand
9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. ... Music Express Affiliate Meeting
11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. . What Rich Clients Want But Won’t Tell You
11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. . Limo Anywhere User Group Meeting
12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. ... Lunch
1:15p.m. - 2:45 p.m. ...... Affiliate Central Global Partner Forum
1:45p.m. - 5:15 p.m. ...... Show Floor
5:15p.m. - 6:30 p.m. ...... Chauffeur Driven Advertiser Meet & Greet
Wednesday | March 6
8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. ..... Breakfast
9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. ... Wellness Session
10:30 a.m. - 11: 45 a.m. Technology Roundtable
“I have been attending the industry shows for over 15 years and will continue to attend based on the consistent takeaways from the many different aspects of the show,” says Len Joseph of On The Town Limousines. ”The educational contribution by the CD/NLA Team just gets better and better each and every year. Regardless of how long you’ve been in the industry, you will continue to learn and therefore grow session by session. Networking with associates and leaders of the industry is a never-ending feature and benefit of the show. The bottom line is simple: attend, learn, network, and grow with the transportation industry.”
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