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Events & shows

We will be attending many industry events over the coming months, so it would be great to meet you in person at one of these and learn more about your business requirements and how we can help. See below for a complete listing of our upcoming events.

AAM Group Meeting logo

AAM Group Meeting

The AAM Group Membership Meeting and Vendor Showcase brings together the distributions members and supplier partners for networking, purchasing, education and prospecting.

Location: Chicago, IL
When: May 15, 2024
Product Showcase: Autopart
Booth: N/A
Site: theaamgroup.com
ACPN at Auto Care Connect logo

ACPN at Auto Care Connect

The annual ACPN Knowledge exchange conference is the largest gathering of content professionals and their vendors and solutions partners.

Location: Chicago, IL
When: May 5 - 8, 2024
Product Showcase: Catalog
Booth: N/A
Site: autocare.org
Blue Hawk Conference logo

Blue Hawk Conference

BLUE HAWK was established to ensure the survival and growth of the Independent HVACR Distributor.

Location: Denver, CO
When: April 29 - May 1, 2024
Product Showcase: K8
Booth: N/A
Site: bluehawk.coop
Independent Tire Dealers Group (ITDG) Conference logo

Independent Tire Dealers Group (ITDG) Conference

The Independent Tire Dealers Group (ITDG) annual trade show. A great opportunity to meet and interact directly with shareholders/members of ITDG and key decision makers.

Location: Cancun, MX
When: April 24-28, 2024
Product Showcase: VAST & VAST Online
Booth: N/A
Site: itdg.com
The Big Money Show logo

"The Big Money Show" by Tri-State Enterprises

Tri-State Enterprises is excited to host a one of kind event that showcases all categories of automotive needs. 

Location: Arlington, TX
When: April 6, 2024
Product Showcase: Autopart, Autocat
Booth: #212
Site: bigmoneyshow.com
APA-TruStar logo

APA-TruStar Annual General Meeting

Celebrating over 50 years of service in the automotive aftermarket industry,  APA is a member-owned not-for-profit cooperative with approximately 60 independent Warehouse Distributor shareholders in North America.

Location: San Antonio, TX
When: March 26-29, 2024
Product Showcase: Autopart 
Booth: N/A
Site: apa.parts.com
The International Surfaces Event logo

The International Surfaces Event

Flooring event that brings together buyers and sellers from around the world to see the latest floor covering products, tools, trends, services and technologies.

Location: Las Vegas, NV
When: January 24-26, 2024
Product Showcase: K8
Booth: #2559
Site: intlsurfaceevent.com
IMARK Plumbing Annual Meeting logo

IMARK Plumbing Annual Meeting

The IMARK Plumbing Annual Meeting presents the opportunity for attendees to meet face-to-face with industry members, executives, partners and other decision-makers.

Location: San Antonio, TX
When: January 21-23, 2024
Product Showcase: K8
Booth: N/A
Site: imarkgroup.com
Auto Value Bumper to Bumper logo

Alliance Winter Meeting

Shareholders and channel partners attend this event in order to network and get updates on the latest updates within the automotive aftermarket.

Location: Aventura, FL
When: December 3-6, 2023
Product Showcase: Autopart, Autocat
Booth: N/A
Site: alliance1.com
Hardi Conference logo

HARDI Annual Conference

This annual show is focused around the HVACR industry and brings together business leaders from around the globe.

Location: Phoenix, AZ
When: December 2-5, 2023
Product Showcase: SmartDistributor, K8
Booth: #221
Site: hardiconference.com
NAFCD + NBMDA Convention logo

NAFCD + NBMDA Convention

Gain access to top distributors, suppliers and service providers at the show. Establish new relationships, enhance your business strategy with insights from industry experts.

Location: Colorado Springs, CO
When: November 14 - 16, 2023
Product Showcase: K8, Navigator
Booth: #329
Site: distributorconvention.org
SEMA 2023 logo

SEMA 2023

See thousands of automotive performance products, discover the latest product and vehicle trends, and develop essential skills by attending any one of the 70+ free education sessions.

Location: Las Vegas, NV
When: Oct 31 - Nov 3, 2023
Product Showcase: VAST, VAST Online
Booth: #41145
Site: semashow.com
AAPEX 2023 logo

AAPEX 2023

The automotive aftermarket industry comes together to explore emerging technology, make profitable deals, discover innovative products, receive training, and much more.

Location: Las Vegas, NV
When: Oct 31 - Nov 3, 2023
Product Showcase: Autopart, Autocat
Booth: #2458
Site: aapexshow.com
Hardlines Conference logo

Hardlines Conference

The Hardlines Conference is the only national event for the home improvement industry that is open to all banners and suppliers. The event attracts top retailers, buying group executives as well as leading wholesalers and manufacturers.

Location: Whistler, B.C. Canada
When: October 17-18, 2023
Product Showcase: K8 Trader
Booth: 
Site: hardlines.ca
DPHA Conference logo

DPHA Conference

The DPHA provides an opportunity to make connections with dealers, manufacturers and representatives within the decorative plumbing, hardware and home fixture industry.

Location: Chicago, IL
When: October 12-15, 2023
Product Showcase: K8
Booth: 311
Site: dpha.net
MEMA Conference logo

MEMA Conference

The MEMA Aftermarket Technology Conference is the top technology event in the North American aftermarket. All critical and emerging technologies will be showcased.

Location: Atlanta, GA
When: October 09-12, 2023
Product Showcase: Autocat
Booth: 
Site: mema.org
GAWDA 2023 logo

GAWDA 2023
Annual Convention

The Annual Convention addresses the market’s opportunities and
threats at the ‘big picture’ level and provides an occasion for strategic networking with the
industry’s leaders.

Location: Maui, HI
When: October 1-4, 2023
Product Showcase: K8
Booth: 519
Site: gawda.org
Home Hardware Homecoming logo

Home Hardware Homecoming

Homecoming brings together Home Hardware dealers from across Canada to share ideas and learn about new technologies.

Location: Toronto, ON
When: September 13-15, 2023
Product Showcase: K8
Booth:
Site: homehardware.ca
ABPA Annual Meeting and Business Conference logo

ABPA Annual Meeting and Business Conference

The Automotive Body Parts Association (ABPA) is the place to meet and network with the major players in the industry. In attendance will be parts distributors, manufacturers, vendors, and electronic information providers.

Location: Nashville, TN
When: April 25-27, 2023
Product Showcase: Autopart
Booth: N/A
Site: autobpa.com
ISA Conference logo

ISA Conference

Where Distribution, Manufacturing, and IMR companies come together to tackle the pressing issues, discuss the opportunities, and help shape the future of the Industrial Supply Channel.

Location: Phoenix, AZ
When: April 17-19, 2023
Product Showcase: K8
Booth: 408
Site: isapartners.org
The Group National Conference logo

"The Group" National Conference

“The Group” – Federated Auto Parts, Pronto, Parts Plus, Auto Pride, and Alliance members will all be together for this event.

Location: National Harbor, MD
When: March 27-30, 2023
Product Showcase: Autopart, Autocat
Booth: 307
Site: thegroupapsg.com
TCG Conference logo

TCG Conference

The 2023 TCG Spring Conference will bring together over 120 TCG members and over 130 manufacturers, as well as TCG endorsed Member Service Providers.

Location: San Antonio, TX
When: March 13-17, 2023
Product Showcase: SmartDistributor
Booth: N/A
Site: thecommonwealthgroup.com
2023 ABSDA Expo logo

2023 ABSDA Expo

The IMARK Plumbing Annual Meeting will be from February 4-7, 2023. The Annual Meeting will be held at Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, FL.

Location: Halifax, NS
When: March 7-8, 2023
Product Showcase: K8, K8 Trader
Booth: N/A
Site: absda.ca 
Tuffy Dealer Meeting logo

Tuffy Dealer Meeting

2023 Tuffy Dealer Meeting will be held Renaissance Vinoy Resort and Golf Club in St. Petersburg, Florida on Sunday, February 26th, 2023, thru Wednesday February 28th, 2023.

Location: St. Petersburg, FL
When: February 26-28, 2023
Product Showcase: VAST / VAST Online
Booth: N/A
Site: N/A
WRLA Conference logo

WRLA Conference

The WRLA Building & Hardware Showcase is the largest gathering of the lumber and building materials industry in Canada!

Location: Winnipeg, ON
When: January 19-20, 2023
Product Showcase: K8 Trader
Booth: #731
Site: wrla.org
AASA Technology Conference logo

AASA Technology Conference

AASA Technology Conference brings together the brightest minds in aftermarket business technology for a series of can’t-miss sessions, panels, networking, and round-table discussions!

Location: Clearwater, FL
When: September 25-28, 2022
Product Showcase: Autopart
Booth:
Site: aftermarketsuppliers.org
Mighty Meeting logo

Mighty Meeting

Mighty supports a nationwide network of franchises and company operations located in 44 states serving more than 15,000 automotive service facilities.

Location: Marco Island, FL
When: June 9-13, 2022
Product Showcase: Autopart
Booth:
Site: mightyautoparts.com
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US Autoforce Conference

The 2022 U.S. AutoForce Business Conference will be held at Kalahari Resorts, in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, on February 24, 2022.

Location: Wisconsin Dells, WI
When: February 24, 2022
Product Showcase: VAST / VAST Online
Booth:
Site:
US Autoforce Conference logo

US Autoforce Conference

The 2022 U.S. AutoForce Business Conference will be held at Kalahari Resorts, in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, on February 24, 2022.

Location: Wisconsin Dells, WI
When: February 24, 2022
Product Showcase: VAST / VAST Online
Booth:
Site:
us-autoforce-show

US Autoforce Conference

The 2022 U.S. AutoForce Business Conference will be held at Kalahari Resorts, in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, on February 24, 2022.

Location: Wisconsin Dells, WI
When: February 24, 2022
Product Showcase: VAST / VAST Online
Booth:
Site:
us-autoforce-show

US Autoforce Conference

The 2022 U.S. AutoForce Business Conference will be held at Kalahari Resorts, in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, on February 24, 2022.

Location: Wisconsin Dells, WI
When: February 24, 2022
Product Showcase: VAST / VAST Online
Booth:
Site:
us-autoforce-show

US Autoforce Conference

The 2022 U.S. AutoForce Business Conference will be held at Kalahari Resorts, in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, on February 24, 2022.

Location: Wisconsin Dells, WI
When: February 24, 2022
Product Showcase: VAST / VAST Online
Booth:
Site:
us-autoforce-show

US Autoforce Conference

The 2022 U.S. AutoForce Business Conference will be held at Kalahari Resorts, in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, on February 24, 2022.

Location: Wisconsin Dells, WI
When: February 24, 2022
Product Showcase: VAST / VAST Online
Booth:
Site:
us-autoforce-show

US Autoforce Conference

The 2022 U.S. AutoForce Business Conference will be held at Kalahari Resorts, in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, on February 24, 2022.

Location: Wisconsin Dells, WI
When: February 24, 2022
Product Showcase: VAST / VAST Online
Booth:
Site:
us-autoforce-show

US Autoforce Conference

The 2022 U.S. AutoForce Business Conference will be held at Kalahari Resorts, in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, on February 24, 2022.

Location: Wisconsin Dells, WI
When: February 24, 2022
Product Showcase: VAST / VAST Online
Booth:
Site:

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