Monday, Nov. 2 – Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
Las Vegas, Nevada TIA’s TWE Section at SEMA: Still THE Place to do Business!
It’s the smart - and successful - businessperson who takes advantage of a down economy to make plans for the inevitable upswing.
With this in mind, the time is fast approaching for TIA’s upcoming Tires, Wheels & Equipment Section of the 2009 Specialty Equipment Marketing Association (SEMA)’s Show, and the TIA special events, which will be held November 2-6 in Las Vegas. While, in years past, there may have been an impression that this was solely a time to "play," if last year’s Show attendance was any indication, you can be assured that this year’s Show will continue the trend of being more about getting business done.
And, we have a renewed emphasis on making our TWE events into prime opportunities for you to get together with the people you need to know. These events include:
- Wine & Cheese Social (Monday, November 2, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., Caesars Palace): We have eliminated the Breakfast with the President, and replaced it with this newly created event (and Tire Industry Honors - info to follow). Network with other tire industry notables while you enjoy fine wines and sumptuous cheeses from around the world. Open to all Show attendees at no charge.
- Welcome Reception (Monday, November 2, 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., Rao’s, Caesars Palace): This is the tire industry networking event of the week! Make those important business contacts, exchange ideas, and catch up with friends and colleagues as you enjoy some of the finest Italian food, drinks, and entertainment on the strip! The greatness of Rao’s food stems from the quality of the products. Their kitchen uses fresh, high-quality ingredients, such as homemade roasted red peppers, freshly grated Pecorino-Romano and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheeses, Felipo Berio olive oil, and certified San Marzano plum tomatoes from Italy. For more than 110 years, that’s the way the family has cooked in New York, and that’s they way they do it in Las Vegas. Tickets: $50/person; to order, register online, or call 800.876.8372, ext. 104.
- International Roundtable - Best Practices in the Tire Industry & International Review of Industry Regulations (Wednesday, November 4, 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall): This is the first year for this exciting, new event. Tire industry attendees from around the world are invited to attend and participate by sharing their best practices on any or all of the following categories: Tire Service, Retreading & Repairing and Commercial Tire Service.This event will be hosted by the Tire Industry Association and will feature Harvey Brodsky, Managing Director of the Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau (TRIB), as the moderator. It promises to be an informal, fun-filled two hours, with a lively exchange of good ideas! Now is the time to begin gathering your best practices to share with your peers in Las Vegas. Open to all Show attendees at no charge; however, an RSVP is required.
Tire Industry Honors
In addition, as part of our elimination of the Breakfast with the President, we have created Tire Industry Honors – a new event at Caesars Palace on Monday, November 2 from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. that will directly follow our Wine & Cheese Social. It has been created to honor the legends – both current and past – of the tire industry, and we expect it to quickly become the place that the entire tire industry comes together to honor those who have made this industry great. We will recognize the Tire Industry Hall of Fame inductees, and the torch of the TIA presidency will be officially passed from current TIA President Dan Beach to the incoming President, Wayne Croswell.
And, we are excited to announce that all three major tire trade publications – Modern Tire Dealer, Tire Business, and Tire Review – will be involved in this terrific event! Tire Review will be presenting their "Top Shop" award, Tire Business will be presenting their "Tire Dealer Humanitarian Award," and Modern Tire Dealer will be honoring the outgoing TIA President. Open to all Show attendees at no charge -- RSVP required; register online, or call 800.876.8372, ext. 104.
Register for the Show!
To register online, go to www.tireindustry.org/events.asp, and follow the links to SEMA’s website, or go directly to www.semashow.com. For qualified buyers before October 9, the registration fee is $25 online and $50 via fax or mail (with the exception of non-exhibiting manufacturers, which is $200 per person). Advance fees are payable by credit card or check only. All registrations are subject to review and approval by Show management.
Caesars Palace: TIA's Host Hotel
TIA’s host hotel, Caesars Palace, is accepting online reservations. To reserve a room online, visit this website or call (800) 967-8852. Be sure to mention you are with TIA when placing your reservation to receive the discounted rate of $170 plus tax, single/double (Sunday - Thursday rate; Rate is $189/night Friday & Saturday).
Tentative Schedule of Events
A tentative schedule is listed below. Please visit this page often for the latest information on TIA’s special events and ticket information. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. State Association Executive Meeting
Caesars Palace
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Annual Meeting
(open to all members)
Caesars Palace
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. TIA Appreciation Lunch with State Executives
(by invitation only)
Caesars Palace
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. ASAAA Meeting
Caesars Palace
2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. State Association Executive Meeting
Caesars Palace
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Wine & Cheese Social
(open to all attendees at no charge - RSVP required)
Caesars Palace
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Tire Industry Honors
(Open to all attendees at no charge)
Caesars Palace
8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Welcome Reception
(ticketed event - Open to all attendees)
Caesars Palace
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ASAAA Meeting
Caesars Palace
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Tires, Wheels & Equipment/SEMA Show
Las Vegas Convention Center – South Hall
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. TIA Past Presidents Luncheon
(by invitation only) Las Vegas Country Club
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. "Tires at Two" Seminar
"Successful Tire Dealers Share Their Secrets"
Las Vegas Convention Center – South Hall
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Tires, Wheels & Equipment/SEMA Show
Las Vegas Convention Center - South Hall
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. "Tires at Two" Seminar (Sponsored by Bartec USA)
"Effectively Communicating TPMS Training/Developments to Techs"
Las Vegas Convention Center – South Hall
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. International Roundtable - Best Practices in the Tire Industry &
International Review of Industry Regulations
(open to all attendees at no charge - RSVP required)
Las Vegas Convention Center – S106 - 107
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Tires, Wheels & Equipment/SEMA Show
Las Vegas Convention Center - South Hall
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. "Tires at Two" Seminar (Sponsored by Bartec USA)
"TPMS Repair Tool Manufacturer Update"
Las Vegas Convention Center – South Hall
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tires, Wheels & Equipment/SEMA Show
Las Vegas Convention Center – South Hall
GET YOUR SPECIAL EVENT TICKETS TODAY!Do you have your tickets?
Be sure to visit us online to purchase tickets for TIA’s Welcome Reception, or to RSVP for the Tire Industry Honors event on Monday, November 2 or the International Roundtable on Wednesday, November 4.
Tire Industry Honors
Monday, November 2, 2009 • 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Caesars Palace
Open to all attendees at no charge - RSVP required.
This event has been created to honor the legends - both current and past - of the tire industry, and we expect it to quickly become the place that the entire tire industry comes together to honor those who have made this industry great. We will recognize the Tire Industry Hall of Fame inductees, and the torch of the TIA presidency will be officially passed from current TIA President Dan Beach to the incoming President, Wayne Croswell.
And, we are excited to announce that all three major tire trade publications - Modern Tire Dealer, Tire Business, and Tire Review - will be involved in this terrific event! Tire Review will be presenting their "Top Shop" award, Tire Business will be presenting their "Tire Dealer Humanitarian Award," and Modern Tire Dealer will be honoring the outgoing TIA President.
Welcome Reception
Monday, November 2, 2009 • 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Rao's
Caesars Palace
Tickets: $50/person.
This is the tire industry networking event of the week! Make those important business contacts, exchange ideas, and catch up with friends and colleagues as you enjoy some of the finest Italian food, drinks, and entertainment on the strip! The greatness of Rao’s food stems from the quality of the products. Their kitchen uses fresh, high-quality ingredients, such as homemade roasted red peppers, freshly grated Pecorino-Romano and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheeses, Felipo Berio olive oil, and certified San Marzano plum tomatoes from Italy. For more than 110 years, that’s the way the family has cooked in New York, and that’s the way they do it in Las Vegas.
International Roundtable - Best Practices in the Tire Industry &
International Review of Industry Regulations
Wednesday, November 4, 2009 • 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall
Open to all attendees at no charge - RSVP required.
This is a new international event taking place at TWE. Tire industry attendees from around the world are invited to attend and participate by sharing their best practices on any or all of the following categories: tire service, retreading & repairing, and commercial tire service. The event will be hosted by the Tire Industry Association and will feature Harvey Brodsky, Managing Director of the Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau (TRIB) as the moderator. It promises to be an informal, fun-filled, and lively exchange of good ideas!
Tires, Wheels & Equipment (TWE) Sponsorships AvailableReview sponsorship information online.
If your company is interested in sponsoring one of TIA's special events, please contact Megan Walsh at 800-876-8372, ext. 112, or via e-mail at mwalsh@tireindustry.org. Hurry — Event sponsorships are on a first-come, first-served basis.
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