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MEA Member Exhibitors
What is KnowledgeFest?
KnowledgeFest was founded in 1994 by a group of passionate specialty retailers and reps in the Midwest who saw the value in mobile electronics retailers getting together to share knowledge and experiences. In sharing successes and failures, all participants become better, smarter and more profitable businesspeople. Since that time, KnowledgeFest has grown into a full trade show and educational conference like no other in our industry.
What's in it for me?
Today, KnowledgeFest events includes over educational workshops, manufacturer trainings, great networking opportunities, and a trade show area featuring key manufacturers and benefit providers. Talk one-on-one with people with which you do business (or should be!). Many major and specialty manufacturers will be there for you.
Over 100 hours of learning opportunities with specialized training for owner/managers, sales/marketing professionals, and technician/fabricators all designed to keep your business on the cutting edge of profitability. Join your favorite suppliers for training sessions that are designed to make you the expert in your market. Whether you're a seasoned veteran, or a relative newcomer to mobile electronics, KnowledgeFest has something for you.
What will I learn?
KnowledgeFest events will speak to the issues that retailers have told us are important for managing and growing their business. For example, topics like controlling expenses, maximizing cash flow, and finding new ways to compete in this challenging economy. Learn the best ways for improving business relationships with manufacturers and reps, find out how to deal with connectivity issues and the defective dilemma and make the right decisions for marketing and advertising to today's consumer. Find the most effective ways to make the Internet and Social Media your friends and realize areas for potential growth that you may not have considered.
The KnowledgeFest 2024 Tour
Member Pricing
First attendee registration is free, each additional registrant from your store is free as well.
*Mobile Electronics Retail member registration requires a current MEA membership. If your membership has lapsed, you will need to renew prior to the event to avoid being charged the attendee registration fee. Learn more at Mobile-Electronics.com/Join.
*Mobile Electronics Retail member registration requires a current MEA membership. If your membership has lapsed, you will need to renew prior to the event to avoid being charged the attendee registration fee. Learn more at Mobile-Electronics.com/Join.
Non-Member Pricing
Attendee registration is $149.00 for each attendee. Contact your favorite supplier for a special attendee code for discounted registration.
Press Credentials - [Click Here] to register.
Requires Mobile Electronics Association for approval
Future Dates & Locations for KnowledgeFest 2025
Las Vegas -- January 31 - February 2, 2025
Paris Hotel & Convention Center
Atlantic City - June 6-8, 2025
Harrah's Resort & Convention Center
Dallas -- August 15-17, 2025
Hilton Anatole & Convention Center
Future Dates & Locations for KnowledgeFest 2026
Las Vegas -- February 2-4, 2026
Paris Hotel & Convention Center
Atlantic City - June 5-7, 2026
Harrah's Resort & Convention Center
TBD -- August 2026
Future Dates & Locations for KnowledgeFest 2027
Las Vegas -- January 20-22, 2027
Paris Hotel & Convention Center
Atlantic City - June 4-6, 2027
Harrah's Resort & Convention Center
TBD -- August 2027
Future Dates & Locations for KnowledgeFest 2028
Las Vegas -- February 6-8, 2028
Paris Hotel & Convention Center
Atlantic City - June 2028
Harrah's Resort & Convention Center
TBD -- August 2028
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KnowledgeFest 2021 Event Schedules:
Indianapolis Event Schedule - [Click Here]
Dallas Event Schedule - [Click Here]
Orlando (Past Event Information) - [Click Here]
[Click Here] for Hotel Information
[Click Here] for Exhibit Floor Maps
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| 8:00 A | 5:00 P | Event Registration |
Prefunction |
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| 8:30 A | 9:00 A | Opening Keynote - Event Kickoff |
Coronado A |
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| 9:10 A | 10:30 A | Tech-Fab | Coronado A | |
| 9:10 A | 10:30 A | Sales-Mkt | The Profit Funnel | Cortez A |
| 9:10 A | 10:30 A | Owner-Mgr | in the Automotive Industry | Cortez D |
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| 10:40 A | 12:00 P | Tech-Fab | Amp Racks and Custom Mounts | Coronado A |
| 10:40 A | 12:00 P | Sales-Mkt |
Sales Techniques Back |
Cortez A |
| 10:40 A | 12:00 P | Owner-Mgr | Cortez D | |
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1:30 P |
Lunch Break |
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| 1:30 P | 2:30 P | VT-1 | De Soto A |
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| 1:30 P | 2:30 P | VT-2 | RealTruck 101: Introduction to RealTruck |
De Soto B |
| 1:30 P | 2:30 P | VT-3 |
Coronado D |
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| 1:30 P | 2:30 P | VT-6 | Cortez A | |
| 1:30 P | 2:30 P | VT-9 | Cortez C |
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| 1:30 P | 2:30 P | VT-10 | Cicada Audio | Cortez D |
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| 2:45 P | 3:45 P | VT-11 | Introduction to The12vDashboard |
De Soto A |
| 2:45 P | 3:45 P | VT-12 | RealTruck: Resources for Dealers |
De Soto B |
| 2:45 P | 3:45 P | VT-13 | Coronado D | |
| 2:45 P | 3:45 P | VT-16 | Snap Finance | Coronado A |
| 2:45 P | 3:45 P | VT-17 | Cortez A | |
| 2:45 P | 3:45 P | VT-18 | Cortez B | |
| 2:45 P | 3:45 P | VT-19 | Cortez D | |
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| 4:00 P | 7:00 P | Event | Mobile Electronics Show Exhibit Floor | Exhibit Hall |
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7:30 P | Event | Beer & Business Networking |
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Saturday, September 21
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| 7:30 A | 5:00 P | Registration | Exhibit Hall |
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| 8:00 A | 9:20 A | Tech-Fab | Making Awesome and Impactful Midbass in | Coronado A |
| 8:00 A | 9:20 A | Sales-Mkt | Cortez A | |
| 8:00 A | 9:20 A | Owner-Mgr | Cortez D | |
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| 9:30 A | 10:50 A | Tech-Fab | Coronado A | |
| 9:30 A | 10:50 A | Sales-Mkt |
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| 9:30 A | 10:50 A | Owner-Mgr | Cast Off the Crutches Workshop: Part Two | Cortez D |
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| 11:00 A | 12:20 P | Tech-Fab | Coronado A | |
| 11:00 A | 12:20 P | Sales-Mkt | Cortez A | |
| 11:00 A | 12:20 P | Owner-Mgr | Cortez D | |
| 11:00 A | 12:20 P | En español |
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4:00 P | Exhibits | Mobile Electronics Exhibit Floor Open | Exhibit Hall |
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2:00 P | MEA Members Lunch & Other Options |
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| 4:15 P | 5:15 P | VT-21 |
SONY Products | De Soto A |
| 4:15 P | 5:15 P | VT-22 | RealTruck 101: Introduction to RealTruck | De Soto B |
| 4:15 P | 5:15 P | VT-23 | Coronado D | |
| 4:15 P | 5:15 P | VT-25 | MSC America- Audiotec Fischer Automated | Coronado B |
| 4:15 P | 5:15 P | VT-27 | Cortez A | |
| 4:15 P | 5:15 P | VT-28 | Cortez B | |
| 4:15 P | 5:15 P | VT-30 |
Cortez C | |
| 4:15 P | 5:15 P | VT-29 | Kicker- Pro-Class, 2024 New Products and Integration | Cortez D |
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| 5:30 P | 6:30 P | VT-31 | Introduction to The12vDashboard | De Soto A |
| 5:30 P | 6:30 P | VT-32 | RealTruck: Resources for Dealers | De Soto B |
| 5:30 P | 6:30 P | VT-33 | Coronado D | |
| 5:30 P | 6:30 P | VT-34 | MSC America- MSC Elements | Coronado B |
| 5:30 P | 6:30 P | VT-36 | Snap Finance | Coronado A |
| 5:30 P | 6:30 P | VT-37 | Cortez A | |
| 5:30 P | 6:30 P | VT-38 | ShopMonkey - Protecting your Business with Technology | Cortez B |
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| 7:00 P | 7:30 P | Event | Industy Hall of Fame - Reception |
Wedgwood Foyer |
| 7:30 P | 8:00 P | Event | Industy Hall of Fame - Dinner (Invitation Only) |
Wedgwood Ballroom |
| 8:00 P | 9:00 P | Event | Industy Hall of Fame - Presentations |
Wedgwood Ballroom |
Sunday, September 22
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| 9:00 A | 10:20 A | Tech-Fab | Coronado A | |
| 9:00 A | 10:20 A | Sales-Mkt | Cortez A | |
| 9:00 A | 10:20 A | Owner-Mgr | Cortez D | |
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| 10:30 A | 11:50 A | Tech-Fab | Coronado A | |
| 10:30 A | 11:50 A | Sales-Mkt | Get Left Behind | Cortez A |
| 10:30 A | 11:50 A | Owner-Mgr | Building a Business, Not a Job! | Cortez D |
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Wednesday, 19 June 2024 23:15
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Instructor(s): Kimberly Trainer and Dalton Trainer from Car-Tunes, Inc.
Track: Owner - Manager
Location: 103 A
Sign Up: [Click Here]
Description: From the showroom to the fab room, you must impress your clients with a polished appearance! Your language, physical appearance, facility cleanliness, and project presentations MUST represent your professionalism in an efficient manner to gain trust and overcome any client objections. From the business owner and sales professional’s perspective to the installer/fabricator’s point of view. This presentation will show proven methods for all positions to correct the silent mistakes affecting your closing rate and start a line of new clients knocking on your door?
Top Take-aways: Gain Efficient Communication & Presentation Techniques that will Unify a Common Polished Presentation from Sales Professionals, Installers, & Fabricators alike. Achieve a Higher Close Rate while Validating a Higher Labor Rate.
Who should attend: Owners, Sales Professionals, Installers/Fabricators looking to streamline an effective presentation to upscale clientele & increase profitability for all positions on your team.
Tuesday, 14 November 2023 17:13
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Instructor(s): Tomas Keenan from Step It Up Academy
Track: Owner - Manager
Location: Cortez D
Sign Up for Part Two: [Click Here]
Description: Building on the foundational strategies covered in Part 1, this interactive workshop is designed for car audio shop owners and managers ready to take their businesses to the next level. Dive deeper into practical implementation with real-world examples and hands-on exercises. Topics include refining target-setting techniques, optimizing organizational structures for scalability, and mastering ethical decision-making in competitive markets. Equip yourself with proven tactics to overcome industry challenges and drive sustained growth.
Top Take-aways: Gain hands-on experience in applying advanced business strategies tailored for the car audio industry.
Who should attend: Owners and managers seeking actionable insights to enhance operational efficiency, profitability, and ethical leadership within their car audio businesses.
Tuesday, 06 August 2024 22:27
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Instructor(s): Tomas Keenan from Step It Up Academy
Track: Owner - Manager
Location: Cortez D
Sign Up for Part One: [Click Here]
Description: Join us for a dynamic two-part session tailored for small business owners and managers, where we'll delve into crucial aspects of business growth. Learn the art of setting and tracking targets, building future-proof organizational charts, and crafting effective hiring and onboarding processes. Navigate the delicate balance of business ethics by establishing core values and addressing challenges like poaching clients and employees.
Top Take-aways: Walk away with actionable insights and the tools to propel your business forward with integrity and efficiency.
Who should attend: Owners and manager looking to enhance their abilities to run a highly productive and profitable business.
Friday, 01 December 2023 16:47
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Instructor(s): Dave Wall from Freeman's Car Stereo & John Schwartz from Perfectionist Auto Sound & Security
Track: Owner - Manager
Location: Avalon 10
Sign Up: [Click Here]
Description: In this class You will learn from two Retailer of the Year winners, on how to manage your inventory in a more efficient and effective way, to maximize profit dollars. From how to choose vendor partners, selecting product mix and assortments, and tracking sales to make projections. Learning how to identify and liquidate dead inventory and how to keep emotion in check when determining what inventory is best for your business. Lastly, learn what inventory turns are and how it has tremendous benefits on cash flow for your business.
Top Take-aways: You will come away from this class with an inventory management plan you can follow to help you master this important area of your business.
Who should attend: Owners and manager looking to enhance their abilities to run a highly productive and profitable business.
Friday, 01 December 2023 19:08
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Instructor(s): Kaitlyn Young – Social Media Doctor LLC
Track: Sales - Marketing
Location: Cortez A
Sign Up: [Click Here]
Description: Gear up for success online with our workshop, 'Drive Engagement: Mastering Organic Social Media for the automotive industry.' Learn how to navigate the fast lane of social media marketing tailored specifically to help you grow and expand your business online! From crafting compelling content to leveraging platforms effectively, this class will equip you with the tools and strategies to revitalize your online presence, connect with your audience, and accelerate your business growth.
Top Take-aways: How to create content that attracts and how to sell online without ads and without sounding spammy.
Who should attend: Business Owners, Sales Professionals, and anyone looking to grow their online presence.
Tuesday, 20 February 2024 19:58
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Instructor(s): Kaitlyn Young – Social Media Doctor LLC
Track: Sales - Marketing
Location: Cortez A
Sign Up: [Coming Soon]
Track: Owner - Manager
Location: Cortez D
Sign Up: [Coming Soon]
Description: Gear up for success online with our workshop, 'Drive Engagement: Mastering Organic Social Media for the automotive industry.' Learn how to navigate the fast lane of social media marketing tailored specifically to help you grow and expand your business online! From crafting compelling content to leveraging platforms effectively, this class will equip you with the tools and strategies to revitalize your online presence, connect with your audience, and accelerate your business growth.
Top Take-aways: How to create content that attracts and how to sell online without ads and without sounding spammy.
Who should attend: Business Owners, Sales Professionals, and anyone looking to grow their online presence.
Friday, 01 December 2023 18:08
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Instructor(s): Jon Kowanetz from Pathways Coaching & Consulting
Track: Owner - Manager
Location: Cortez D
Sign Up: [Click Here]
Description: This presentation focuses on the many, all too common and socially acceptable habits and behaviors that we as human beings develop, which can be destructive to our personal and our professional lives. As the presenter shares his own experiences of overcoming these challenges and how doing so improved both aspects of his life, attendees recognize that they are not alone in their own challenges, that no challenge is too small and that they can change any chosen part of their life, in every new moment.
Top Take-aways: Learn the psychology behind destructive habits and behaviors. Understand how these habits and behaviors can be destructive to both your personal and professional life. Learn about the many ways that overcoming them can improve both areas of your life.
Who should attend: Anyone that wants to overcome challenges and improve all aspects of their life.
Friday, 01 December 2023 18:11
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