It’s spring season, and that means there’s no better place in the US to have an automotive conference than sunny Florida! Luckily for all of us in the industry, Digital Dealer 22 is coming up this April 11-13th in Tampa.

If for some bizarre reason you’re on the fence about attending DD22, allow us to tip the scales a bit by sharing 3 BIG reasons you need to buy these conference tickets right about now.

Why you should be at Digital Dealer 22:

1. The dealer camaraderie

It’s no secret that dealers are a competitive bunch.

However, conferences like Digital Dealer set the tone for dealers to put the rivalry aside, and connect with other professionals. In fact, competitors from around the country tend to offer some of the best insight regarding best practices and insider tips.

If you’ve never been to a Digital Dealer Conference, you'll want to attend the Peer Strategy Roundtables. These peer-to-peer interactions provide the perfect opportunity to grow your dealership by sharing ideas with professionals from similarly sized dealerships from outside your market.

Events like this one show that collaboration is key and that we can help each other spark inspiration and uncover impactful ideas. There’s nothing like being in a room of like-minded people who are willing to take time away from the dealership to learn something new.

2. The decked-out booths

I know what you’re thinking. “If I’m paying to learn, you can find me at the sessions, not the vendor booths.” But, wait.

At the Digital Dealer Conference and Expo, you have the opportunity to discover and sample new technology like a buffet. You can learn about new tools you were unaware of with zero pressure to buy. Not to mention the industry providers attending make a habit of going ALL OUT on their booths. Everything from the layouts to the presentations, tchotchkes, and even contests are next-level.

Where else would you get the opportunity to demo the latest products and services from over 120 technology-focused automotive providers and get free stuff?

PS. ActivEngage will be at the Digital Dealer Exhibit Hall, and we have something special in store. We are transforming our booth into a BEER GARDEN, and you are invited.

Stop by Booth #716, grab an ice-cold beer, and tour our “Gala in the Garden”!

3. The speaking sessions

No dealer, no matter how successful, can know everything about everything.

That's why attending the speaking sessions at a conference like Digital Dealer 22 is essential. You get to learn from some of the most talented, experienced automotive professionals who can give you inspiration, knowledge, and industry perspective you can take back to the dealership.

With over 100 educational sessions to choose from, YOU can build custom solutions for your dealership based on helpful advice and tips from top dealer executives, trainers, and consultants.

It’s no wonder why 90 of the top 100 dealerships in the US attend the Digital Dealer Conference every year.

Don’t miss a special speaking session by our very own CEO, Todd Smith, and David Kain of Kain Automotive. They'll be showing attendees How to Build a Business Development Dealership: