HOUSTON, TEXAS –
The National Alliance of Buy Here, Pay Here Dealers (NABD) released details of
its upcoming BHPH Conference at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort in Orlando,
Florida on November 1-3, 2016. The conference theme is “Best Practices to
Succeed Now!,” and is designed for both new and experienced operators.
This will be the 13th annual fall conference by
NABD, which is the largest used car special interest group for BHPH operators
with more than 13,000 members. The conference features dual-track workshop
sessions, starting at 3:00 PM on November 1st, which will be focused
on best operating practices, compliance, technology, and new developments that
operators must learn to succeed in the highly competitive subprime auto finance
market of today. The program includes several of the nation’s leading
attorneys, experts, and successful operators who will share their tips and
techniques that will help attendees succeed in a highly competitive subprime
market. The conference opens with a First-Time Attendee Reception at 2:00 PM on
November 1st.
The dual track workshop, held on Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday
morning, will feature sessions that showcase new technology, including the
latest Dealer Management software releases, the latest payment device
technology, and other products and services which increase profits through
operating efficiency. The compliance tracks will include vendor management
responsibilities, add-on product compliance, and getting deal documentation
compliant. An accounting and tax new developments workshop will discuss new
accounting credit loss measurement requirements, which will significantly
impact all BHPH operators who carry finance receivables. Other sessions
include, Lease Here, Pay Here as an alternative business model, Internet and
Social Media tips to gain market share, capital solutions, and ways to maximize
recoveries. “These workshops will not be infomercials, and will contain
important information for operators to compete successfully today,” said Ken
Shilson, NABD President and Founder.
On Wednesday afternoon and Thursday morning the dual tracks
combine into general education sessions featuring a keynote presentation by
Harris Rosen who built a hotel empire with minimal start-up capital. Other
general sessions will cover, a current developments
update discussion, a benchmarks and trends update, improving customer
communications and relationships, operating best practices for challenging
times, compliance issues, ways to protect your operation, and avoiding
collection mistakes.
The exhibit hall will include all the newest products and
services that increase profits and cash flow. All the receptions, a breakfast
and a luncheon with the exhibitors are designed to allow attendees to network
with other operators, experts, and exhibitors. Companies interested in
exhibiting should call 832-767-4759 while space is still available.
The Rosen Shingle Creek Resort is Orlando’s finest and is
located near Universal Drive and many of the newest attractions. Shuttle
service is available to Disney Properties and to Universal Studios. Attendees
are encouraged to bring their families and enjoy the nation’s most popular
destination – Orlando! NABD has arranged discounted room rates with no resort
fees, making it affordable for everyone! Early registration and member
discounts are available, while supplies last, by calling NABD at 832-767-4759
or online at www.bhphinfo.com.
A conference agenda and speaker information is posted and
will be updated on the NABD website: www.bhphinfo.com.
Attendees and exhibitors are encouraged to register soon while space is still
available.
“Successful BHPH operators today must understand and adapt
to the competitive subprime market environment. The old ways aren’t working
anymore,” said Shilson. This conference will definitely help operators compete
more successfully while avoiding legal and regulatory pitfalls that can cost
them millions! “The Rosen Shingle Creek and Orlando is a very attractive and
affordable venue,” Shilson mentioned.
NABD is the Nation’s only used car group exclusively for
BHPH operators. Membership is attained by any of the organizations training
events and there are no membership dues.