

September 19–21, 2026
Hilton Columbus Downtown
Presented by AppOne, Title Sponsor

Exclusive Education
Plan ahead for 2025 with some of the top names in the industry! Learn about the challenges brought on in 2024 and gain insights on the 2025 retail landscape to increase your customer base and profitability.


Networking & Connections
Our businesses depend on building relationships, and that means connecting face-to-face is our most important characteristic! We have purposefully developed a balanced schedule that includes networking time.


Industry Partners
Dozens of NPDA Partners, suppliers and service providers to showcase the latest products and services that will help you strengthen results and profitability.


Tickets Now Available!
Our home in Columbus!
Hilton Columbus Downtown
402 North High Street
Columbus, OH 43215
Reserve your room at the special rate.

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AppOne Steps In as Title Sponsor
AppOne’s role as Title Sponsor reinforces a shared commitment to helping dealers operate more efficiently—especially in financing, deal flow, and customer experience.
“DealerConnect is all about meaningful connections, real conversations, and practical solutions for today’s powersports dealers,” said Chet Heughan. “Being named NPDA’s first-ever title sponsor is an honor for us, and it reflects our shared commitment to help dealers simplify processes, expand financing opportunities, and grow with confidence.”
DealerConnect Session Topics & Education Tracks
Sales & Customer Experience
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Integrating AI Into The Sales Process
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Selling Techniques For Today’s More Informed Customer
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Building A Sales Culture Across The Dealership
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Understanding Today’s Customer Expectations
Service Department Operations
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Improving Service Department Workflow
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Eliminating Bottlenecks & Increasing Productivity
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Attracting Young Talent To Service Departments
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Managing Technician Shortages & Training Challenges
Staffing, Leadership & Culture
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Managing A Younger, Less Experienced Workforce
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Training, Retaining & Developing Future Leaders
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Creating Career Paths Within Dealership Operations
Industry Relations, Advocacy & Dealer Influence
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State Dealer Association Breakout Sessions
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How State Laws Affect Dealership Operations
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Understanding How Dealer Legislation Gets Passed
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Dealer Advocacy & Industry Representation
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Special Guests from: AMA, MIC, MRAA, PRA, SEMA
OEM Relations & Profitability Strategy
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Does It Pay To Play The OEM Incentive Rewards Game?
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Understanding OEM Programs & Dealer Profitability
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Evaluating OEM Incentives, Requirements & Margins
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Dealer Perspectives On OEM Performance Programs
Ownership, Succession & Long-Term Planning
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Exit Strategies For Dealership Succession
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Preparing For Dealership Transition & Ownership Change
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Succession Planning For Multi-Generational Dealerships
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Building Long-Term Dealership Value
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2026 Sponsorships Are Still Available
Contact Us if you are interested in becoming
a Partner, Exhibitor. or Sponsor for 2026 Dealer Connect.
Contact Tigra at Tigra@npda.org























