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SUMMARY:30 Seconds at a Time: How Small Steps Win in High-Pressure Environments
DESCRIPTION:In an instant\, everything can change. \nAfter surviving sudden cardiac arrest\, Jeff Luther faced a reality most people never prepare for. Fear was constant. The future felt uncertain. The comeback felt impossible. \nInstead of trying to rebuild his entire life at once\, he focused on the smallest measurable unit of progress: the next 30 seconds. \nThis session is not about motivation. It is about mechanics. \nIn high-pressure industries like automotive repair and manufacturing\, leaders and teams face constant stress\, tight margins\, staffing shortages\, technology shifts\, and relentless expectations. When everything feels overwhelming\, big strategies often stall. Small steps move. \nIn this keynote\, Jeff shares how breaking life down into 30-second increments created momentum\, restored confidence\, and rebuilt identity from the ground up. Attendees will learn: \n\nWhy overwhelm shuts down performance\nHow micro-actions interrupt fear and hesitation\nHow small\, consistent steps compound into massive results\nA practical framework leaders can use immediately with their teams\nPressure is not going away. Complexity is not slowing down.\n\nBut progress does not require certainty. It requires movement. \nThirty seconds is enough to begin.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/30-seconds-at-a-time-how-small-steps-win-in-high-pressure-environments/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 1
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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SUMMARY:How a Marketing Agency Markets: Insights from the Experts
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how marketing agencies create impactful campaigns that drive results? In this engaging session\, Tony Mercury\, VP of Operations at Autoshop Solutions\, and\, Cavan Robinson VP of Operations at Vehlo will pull back the curtain on how a leading automotive aftermarket marketing agency markets itself and its clients. From crafting compelling strategies to leveraging the latest tools and trends\, they will share actionable insights that you can apply to your own business.  \nCustomer acquisition is just the start. In this class\, you’ll discover ways to dive into advanced advertising & retention strategies by coupling your digital marketing and shop operational software\, including point of sale\, digital vehicle inspections\, reporting and even payment options. Our class emphasizes consumer experience in abig way! \nThis class is designed for shop owners\, managers\, and marketing professionals who want to better understand the marketing process and learn how to implement agency-level strategies in their own operations. Whether you’re looking to improve your online presence\, attract more customers\, or simply understand what goes into a successful marketing campaign\, this session will provide the knowledge and tools you need to succeed.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/how-a-marketing-agency-markets-insights-from-the-experts/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 2
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T104500
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SUMMARY:Leadership Under Fire: Building a Team That Stands the Test of Time
DESCRIPTION:Regie hired and fired over 27 employees in one year\, not because they were bad\, but because he had to become a better leader. For service-based business owners\, team issues can drain your energy and stall your growth. In this powerful and practical keynote\, Regie shares the real story behind his biggest leadership failures\, and how he transformed his culture\, communication\, and retention from the inside out. \nThis is not a talk about managing people. It’s about becoming the kind of leader people want to follow. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nThe #1 hiring mistake that’s costing you time and money\nHow to create a culture of accountability and trust\nThe secret to attracting and keeping top talent in any industry\n\nWhat if your leadership is the lid on your business growth? This talk will help you lift it for good.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/leadership-under-fire-building-a-team-that-stands-the-test-of-time/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 1
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T114500
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SUMMARY:Turn Reviews Into Raving Fans: Win the Google Game (Even with 1-Stars!)
DESCRIPTION:If Google is the new word of mouth\, your reviews are shouting your story to the world—good and bad. In this high-energy session\, Jimmy Lea shows you how to turn casual reviewers into raving\, referring superfans and weaponizing your Google profile for growth. \nYou’ll discover why you need every flavor of review—1\, 2\, 3\, 4\, and 5 stars—to look real\, trustworthy\, and irresistible. Then we’ll dive into exactly how to answer glowing praise\, painful truths\, and the dreaded “Mayor of Crazy Town” without losing your cool or your customers. \nYou’ll also get a behind-the-scenes look at the three phases of removing toxic or fake reviews—and what to document\, save\, and screenshot so Google actually listens. Walk out with a plug-and-play review playbook you can hand to your team and start cashing in on tomorrow. \nActionable Takeaways: \n\nMake Every Star Work for You: Turn 1–5 star reviews into proof\, personality\, and powerful social proof that converts skeptical shoppers into buyers.\nSteal Jimmy’s Response Scripts: Copy and customize battle-tested replies for 5-star love\, fair criticism\, and unhinged 1-stars from the “Mayor of Crazy Town.”\nUse the 3-Phase Review Removal Plan: Follow a simple\, repeatable process to flag\, escalate\, and remove fake or policy-breaking reviews.\nBuild Your “Review Intelligence” Vault: Learn how and why to archive reviews\, profiles\, and patterns so you can improve training\, systems\, and marketing.\nTurn Happy Customers into a Hype Squad: Install easy\, no-pressure habits that get more Google reviews\, more often—so your next new customer feels like they already know you.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/turn-reviews-into-raving-fans-win-the-google-game-even-with-1-stars/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 1
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T130000
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SUMMARY:ASE 2026 Updates
DESCRIPTION:Matt Shepanek ASE’s VP or Credential Testing Programs will go over the ASE test workshop process and talk about some exciting new inititives in the works.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/ase-2026-updates/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 2
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T130000
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SUMMARY:How AI Is Changing Search And What Your Auto Repair Shop Must Do About It
DESCRIPTION:AI is rewriting the rules of search\, and most shop owners don’t even know it’s happening. While your competitors are still trying to “rank” on Google\, AI-powered search is quietly shifting toward recommending shops that look\, sound\, and feel trustworthy\, and only a few are going to make the cut. This class will show you how to be one of them. We’re talking about the kind of visibility that gets you chosen before your customer ever sees a list of links. AI tools like Google’s SGE\, ChatGPT\, and Bing Copilot are deciding which shops to recommend based on signals like reviews\, content\, authority\, and real-world trust. This is your chance to get ahead before the industry catches up. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nWhy AI is changing everything you thought you knew about SEO\nThe trust signals that matter now — and how to build them fast\nHow to get your shop recommended by AI (and not ignored)\nReal-world steps you can take today to future-proof your visibility\nIf you skip this\, your competitors won’t\, and they’ll be the ones getting found\, booked\, and trusted.\n\nThis is the class everyone will wish they took six months from now. Be the shop that’s one step ahead.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/how-ai-is-changing-search-and-what-your-auto-repair-shop-must-do-about-it/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 1
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T144500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261103T153000
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SUMMARY:You Need a Tech Now: A 90-Day Hiring Plan for Independent Shops
DESCRIPTION:Most shops don’t have a hiring process. They have a hiring reaction. \nA tech quits. The owner posts on Indeed. Applications trickle in — most unqualified. The few good ones get lost in the shuffle or ghost because nobody followed up fast enough. Weeks turn into months. The empty bay bleeds money. Eventually the owner hires someone out of desperation. Three months later\, they are doing it all over again. \nThis session breaks that cycle. It walks independent shop owners and managers through a simple 90-day hiring system that solves the three problems behind almost every failed hire: not enough applications\, too many unqualified applicants\, and a messy process that loses good candidates before they ever get to an interview. \nAttendees will learn how to generate a steady flow of applications without relying only on job boards\, how to quickly sort qualified candidates from unqualified ones\, and how to run a clean follow-up process that keeps good techs from slipping away. The system is built from eight years of real-world hiring work with over 200 independent repair shops. \nAttendees will leave with a 90-day hiring roadmap\, an applicant filtering guide\, a follow-up script library\, and a workbook they can put to use the same week. This is a hands-on\, tool-based class designed to help shop owners hire faster\, hire better\, and stop losing good candidates to a broken process. \n 
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/you-need-a-tech-now-a-90-day-hiring-plan-for-independent-shops/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 2
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T104500
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SUMMARY:The Community Blueprint
DESCRIPTION:Your community is the key to your success\, so treat them with all the love and care you give to their vehicles. This class is designed to ignite a spark\, and light a path\, to create memorable events that you\, and your team\, can easily manage.  From the idea phase to seamless execution we will navigate the process of creating a successful community moment. Let’s talk about ways you can embed further as the auto care experts in your town. People need to know you to like you\, so let’s give them ways to get to know you by building a strong community blueprint for your shop.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/the-community-blueprint/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 2
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T114500
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DTSTAMP:20260722T195633Z
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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity for Auto Dealers
DESCRIPTION:In today’s digital landscape\, understanding the intricacies of cybersecurity is more crucial than ever. Why would a criminalrob a bank when they can steal far more from the comfort of sitting in front of a computer? Beyond money\, cyber thieves aredrawn to the sensitive personal information of employees\, clients and customers. Furthermore\, the rise of remote work andthe increasing use of mobile devices have provided cybercriminals with new opportunities to disrupt your business. Eachyear\, millions fall victim to cyber threats simply because they are unaware of how to protect themselves. Hear realexamples from actual FBI cases to illustrate how you may be vulnerable to cyberattacks\, the specific threats that come withremote work\, and the proactive steps you can take to safeguard yourself and your organization.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/cybersecurity-for-auto-dealers/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 1
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T134500
DTSTAMP:20260722T195931Z
CREATED:20260427T221715Z
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SUMMARY:ASE 2026 Updates
DESCRIPTION:Matt Shepanek ASE’s VP or Credential Testing Programs will go over the ASE test workshop process and talk about some exciting new inititives in the works.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/ase-2026-updates-2/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 2
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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SUMMARY:AI for Shop Owners: From Curiosity to Competitive Advantage
DESCRIPTION:Short Description (For Registration) \nArtificial Intelligence is rapidly changing how businesses operate\, and independent repair shops are no exception. In this session\, Rick White will demystify AI and show shop owners how to begin using it immediately to improve efficiency\, communication\, and decision-making. Attendees will learn practical ways to use AI tools for everyday shop operations including marketing\, SOP creation\, hiring\, and business analysis. \n Long Description \nArtificial Intelligence is no longer a distant technology reserved for large companies. Today\, shop owners can use AI tools to streamline tasks\, generate ideas\, improve communication\, and gain valuable insights into their business operations. \nHowever\, many owners remain unsure where to start or how these tools actually apply within a repair shop environment. \nIn this session\, Rick White introduces a practical approach to using AI in the automotive repair industry. Attendees will learn what AI is\, how it works\, and how to use it effectively without needing a technical background. \nRick will demonstrate how AI can assist with everyday tasks such as creating SOPs\, developing marketing content\, writing job descriptions\, improving internal communication\, and analyzing financial data. Participants will also learn how to craft effective prompts that produce useful and reliable results. \nBy the end of the session\, shop owners will have a clear understanding of how AI can support their daily operations and help them remain competitive as technology continues to evolve. \n Board Description (Content\, Objectives\, Relevance\, Expertise) \nCourse Objectives \nBy the end of this course\, attendees will be able to: \n• Understand the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and how it applies to small businesses• Identify practical ways AI tools can support daily shop operations• Develop effective prompts that generate useful and accurate results• Use AI to assist with marketing\, hiring\, communication\, and documentation• Evaluate opportunities where AI can improve efficiency and decision-making within their shop \n Why This Course Is Essential \nArtificial intelligence is rapidly transforming industries across the economy. Many shop owners are aware of AI but remain uncertain about how it applies to their business or how to begin using it effectively. \nWithout guidance\, owners may either ignore the technology or attempt to use it without a clear understanding of its capabilities and limitations. \nThis course provides a practical introduction to AI tailored specifically to the needs of independent repair shop owners. By learning how AI can support daily operations and decision-making\, shop owners can position themselves to take advantage of emerging technology instead of being left behind by it. \n Course Content \nThis session will explore: \n• What artificial intelligence is and how it works in practical terms• Common misconceptions about AI and its role in business operations• How to create effective prompts that generate valuable results• Practical applications of AI for repair shops including marketing\, SOP creation\, hiring support\, and internal communication• Using AI tools to analyze data and support better business decisions \n Differentiation Factors \nMany discussions about artificial intelligence focus on technical details that are difficult for small business owners to apply in real-world situations. This course translates AI concepts into practical strategies specifically designed for independent automotive repair shops. \nRick’s approach focuses on immediate application rather than theory\, helping attendees understand how AI can support their business today without requiring advanced technical knowledge. \n Instructor Expertise \nRick White is the President of 180BIZ\, a coaching and training company dedicated to helping independent auto repair shop owners build stronger\, more profitable businesses. \nRick works with shop owners across North America on leadership\, operational systems\, marketing strategies\, and financial performance. His practical teaching style helps owners apply new ideas and tools directly within their shops. \n Alignment with Current Industry Needs \nTechnology is evolving rapidly\, and artificial intelligence is beginning to influence many aspects of business operations. Shop owners who understand how to leverage these tools can gain a meaningful advantage in efficiency\, communication\, and decision-making. \nThis course helps independent repair shop owners understand how AI fits into their business environment and provides practical strategies for using these tools responsibly and effectively.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/ai-for-shop-owners-from-curiosity-to-competitive-advantage/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 1
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261104T153000
DTSTAMP:20260722T195802Z
CREATED:20260427T221256Z
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SUMMARY:Lead from Context\, Not Control – How Burned-Out Owners Can Create a Championship Company
DESCRIPTION:The independent automotive service industry doesn’t suffer from a lack of effort – it suffers from chronic leadership fatigue. Too many owners carry the weight of every problem\, decision and outcome. The unfortunate result is slow growth\, high stress and teams that never fully mature into their potential. \nThis session introduces a powerful leadership shift: moving from control-based management to context-driven leadership. Attendees will learn how elite operators build clarity of purpose\, character and culture – creating environments where people grow\, performance accelerates\, and the owner’s role evolves from operator to strategic leader. \nWho This Session Is For \n\nOwners feeling trapped in daily operations\nKey leaders preparing to scale responsibility\nMulti-location operators building leadership depth\nTeams seeking high-performance alignment\n\nWhat You’ll Walk Away With \n\nA practical framework for leading through purpose and character\nA model for aligning culture with performance expectations\nTechniques for reducing decision bottlenecks\nA new leadership lens designed specifically for NAICS 811111\n\nWhy This Session Is Different \nRather than leadership theory\, this session connects psychology\, identity\, and execution into a system designed for real-world automotive service teams. \nSession Experience \nStrategic storytelling\, interactive reflection and immediately usable leadership frameworks. \nPresented by Michael Herzberg SmithStrategist\, educator and industry futurist – helping independent automotive service companies evolve into high-performance\, investment-ready enterprises. Michael leads The Institute for Automotive Business Excellence’s acclaimed\, industry-transforming Legacy Program. \n 
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/lead-from-context-not-control-how-burned-out-owners-can-create-a-championship-company/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 1
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T113000
DTSTAMP:20260722T195628Z
CREATED:20260427T221110Z
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SUMMARY:Are You Ready to Step up Into Leadership?
DESCRIPTION:Promoting a high-performing employee into a supervisory role is one of the most common — and costly — decisions organizations make. Too often\, individuals are promoted based on technical skill rather than leadership readiness\, resulting in disengaged teams\, poor performance\, and increased turnover. \nIn this practical session\, Jim Schiffler draws on his experience as President and CEO of St. Cloud Industrial Products\, Inc.\, along with insights from his Amazon Best Seller\, “Stepping Up: From Valued Employee to Supervisor\,” to help individuals figure out weather or not they are ready to apply for a supervisory or leadership role.  Jim will share insights applicants must know about themselves\, supervisory roles and the necessary skills required to succeed on the job.   \nAttendees will leave having an understanding of: \n\nmotivation necessary\nMindsets and skill needed\nPersonal & professional lifestyle changes required\nWhat a day in the life of a supervisor looks like.  \n\nValuable information of this nature are seldom shared with individuals appling for leadership roles. 
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/are-you-ready-to-step-up-into-leadership/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 1
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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SUMMARY:The Owner Trap
DESCRIPTION:Most Independent shop owners don’t struggle because of the economy\, their technicians\, or their market. They struggle because they knowingly built themselves into the center of everything. They “bottle neck” themselves. In this powerful and eye opening session\, attendees will explore “The owner trap” – the leadership pattern that keeps capable\, driven business owners stick at the same revenue level year after year.  \nWhen every major decision runs through the owner.. \nWhen difficult customers are escalated to the owner.. \nWhen Pricing\, hiring\, approvals\, and problem solving all depend on one person… \nDecision fatigue starts\, growth stalls\, and throwing money at it wont solve it.  \nThe session breaks down how owner-dependence forms\, why it feels responsible (if heroic at times) and how it quietly limits scalability. leadership development\, and long term valuation  \nAttendes will learn: \n\nThe warning signs that they have become the bottleneck\nHow owner over-involvement suppresses leadership growth within the team\nThe hidden financial coat of decision congestion\nHow to define decision authority across the organization\nThe role of systems and process in removing owner dependency\nPractical steps to transisiton from “hero” to leader \n\nThrough real world examples from high-performing automotive operations\, this session challenges conventional thinking about control\, delegation\, and leadership in independent repair shops. Particpants will leave with framework to: \n\nReclaim time\nReduce burnout\nIncrease long-term business value\n\nThis is not a conversation about working harder.  \nIts a conversation about building a business that performs at a high- level. Whether the owner is there or not. 
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/the-owner-trap/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 1
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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SUMMARY:ASE 2026 Updates
DESCRIPTION:Matt Shepanek ASE’s VP or Credential Testing Programs will go over the ASE test workshop process and talk about some exciting new inititives in the works.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/ase-2026-updates-3/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 2
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T130000
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SUMMARY:AI Tools Every Shop Should Know in 2026
DESCRIPTION:AI is transforming the automotive aftermarket\, but which tools are worth your time and investment? In this session\, Cavan Robinson\, VP of Operations at Vehlo\, will provide a practical guide to the top AI tools every shop should know about. From marketing and diagnostics to operations and customer communication\, you’ll learn how to choose and implement the right tools for your business. This class is perfect for shop owners and managers looking to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving industry.
URL:https://www.aapexshow.com/event/ai-tools-every-shop-should-know-in-2026/
LOCATION:The Venetian Expo\, Level 2\, Venetian Ballroom\, AAPEX Stage 1
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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