Marine Dealer Conference & Expo

2014 | MDCE 3 Boating Industry Bob McCann ARI Kelly McDonald McDonald Marketing David Parker Parker Business Planning Lenny Rudow Dominion Marine Media Samantha Scott Pushing the Envelope, Inc. Matt Sellhorst Boat Dealer Profits Brad Smith ARI John Spence John Spence, Inc. David Spader Spader Business Management Jonathan Sweet Boating Industry Liz Walz Marine Retailers Association Valerie Ziebron Yamaha Marine NEW OPPORTUNITIES AND SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR TOUGHEST PROBLEMS… … FROM INDUSTRY PEERS AND INDUSTRY PARTNERS. FIX WHAT'S BROKEN Whether you need a better way to track your dealer- ship's financials or you're limping along with an outdated website, chances are you'll find solutions to your challenges on the MDCE expo floor. FIND NEW PARTNERS Stop and say hello to the builder of that boat, PWC or trailer that grabs your attention, and kick off a new relationship. Whether you're looking for a partner or not, opportunities abound as the 2014 exhibitor list grows. DISCOVER INNOVATION Your customers want what's new – and perhaps you do too. Stay on top of what's now and what's next as leading manufac- turers and suppliers launch new products and services. CONNECT WITH LEADERS When you're networking on the expo floor, you'll be in good company. The businesses that make MDCE possible are there to support dealer education and become a partner in your success. LEARN FROM PEERS When you walk in the door at MDCE, you're joining together with the best minds in the boating business. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to learn from their mistakes and success stories, and share yours. BREAK OUT OF THE BOX Leaving your dealership for a few days is tough, but it can be just what you and your team need to gain a fresh perspective on your formula for success. Get inspired by new ideas, products, services and connections. REWARD SUCCESS If one of your employees has really raised their game, reward them with a trip to MDCE. Not only will they appreciate the opportunity, they'll pick up new ways to boost their performance in the year ahead. "THE OPPORTUNITY TO STEP OUT OF YOUR DEALERSHIP, INTERACT WITH OTHER DEALERS, AND LOOK AT YOUR DEALERSHIP FROM THE OUTSIDE-IN INSTEAD OF FROM THE INSIDE-OUT. THAT IS SOMETHING THAT EVERY DEALER SHOULD DO ONCE A YEAR." - Jeff Miller, Millers Boating Center "THE DEALER HAS EASY ACCESS TO THE VENDORS, AND THEY CAN COMPARE THE DIFFERENT VENDORS THAT ARE THERE." - Ed Brailsford, Charlotte Ski Boats

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