Michael Snow is CEO of TrailersPlus, a factory-direct seller of a wide variety of trailers. Below Michael Snow provides a view into one of the bigger industry expos coming up in 2022.
Formerly known as the NATDA Trade Show & Convention, Michael Snow of TrailersPlus explains that the NATDA Trailer Show is the most in-demand event in the trailer industry. Coveted for its display of light- and medium-duty trailer professionals, it’s been a much-loved community show for decades – and 2022 is no different.
From August 31 to September 2, #TheTrailerShow is coming to Nashville, Tennessee, to display its wares, educate dealership employees, and offer chances to purchase parts from the sector’s best suppliers.
2022 NATDA Trailer Show: Events and Expos
Michael Snow of TrailersPlus says attendees can expect a wide array of talks, buying opportunities, and more. But the most notable exhibitions are set to be as follows:
Dealership Performance Training
The North American Trailer Dealers Association works tirelessly to offer limitless opportunities for dealership owners and employees to improve their skills. Ultimately, these enhancements result in an increasingly profitable company, ensuring longevity in the industry.
Between 10 am and 5 pm on Wednesday, August 31, 2022, Michael Snow of TrailersPlus says participants can indulge in a variety of educational talks on a wealth of topics, including:
- Marketing
- Sales
- Overall performance
On top of that, dealers and their employees should relish the opportunities to take part in the show’s hands-on technical training. Everything from hitches to axles and beyond will be covered on the day.
It’s the best platform for dealerships to transform their profit centers.
Trailer Parts Expo
Michael Snow of TrailersPlus reports that the Trailer Parts Expo is a must-visit for parts and manufacturers’ purchasing managers. Hosted on Wednesday, August 31, between 4 pm and 6 pm, it provides professionals with an exclusive chance to network and conduct business with OEM exhibitors.
Truck and trailer bed manufacturers will delight in the extensive range of axle suppliers, lumber distributors, and more present at the Trailer Parts Expo. A visit could very well unlock a brand-new business venture for many of these industry representatives.
Trailer Show
Michael Snow of TrailersPlus reports that the main event is expected to run from Thursday, September 1, between 9 am and 5 pm, to Friday, September 2, between 9 am and 12 pm.
Over the years, the NATDA Trailer Show has skyrocketed to the top of the industry’s list. It’s known as the “one-stop-shop for light and medium-duty trailer industry professionals” — and for very good reason.
Representation of all trailer categories can be anticipated by attendees, including but not limited to the following:
- ATV
- Boat
- Car hauler
- Dump
- Concession
- Cargo
- Fifth wheel
- Flat bed
- Gooseneck
- Enclosed
- Heavy equipment
- Towable RV
- Truck bed
- Utility
- RV/toy hauler
The once-a-year show puts the industry’s most exciting products straight into the hands of trailer and truck bed professionals. Michael Snow of TrailersPlus explains that whether that’s the latest inventory software or the next big dump trailer design, industry pros will see it all at the 2022 NATDA Trailer Show.
From Trailer Dealers to Truck Bed Manufacturers, Michael Snow of TrailersPlus Says this Show Caters to Them All
The Association prides itself on welcoming trailer and truck bed professionals from two primary categories to its annual show:
Dealership Owners and Their Employees
As per NATDA’s definition, Michael Snow of TrailersPlus explains a dealership is a physical location where truck beds, trailer beds, and their components are rented or sold, industry-related retail products are sold, or maintenance services are offered.
Trailer dealers and similar operators can gain access to the superior talks, hands-on training, and network opportunities inside the event, provided they fall into one of the below:
- Marine
- RV
- Power sports
- Heavy equipment
- Auto
- Agricultural machinery
Truck and Trailer Bed Manufacturers and Suppliers
According to NATDA, a supplier can either be a service provider (e.g., insurance provider, business solutions, software developer, etc.) or a parts and components distributor or manufacturer. From axles to brake controls to outdoor to coatings to couplers to wheels, Michael Snow of TrailersPlus says any industry-related product scores companies a ticket to the show.
Industry manufacturers and suppliers must be a 2022 NATDA Member to attend the trade show for one day. The coveted pass applies specifically to businesses that haven’t been to the show and want to exhibit the following year.
Michael Snow of TrailersPlus reports that holders of one-day passes must refrain from soliciting their business during the NATDA Trailer Show. It’s an observe-only deal at this stage.
Companies that have walked the event in previous years must exhibit this year, as per the Association’s regulations.
The 2022 North American Trailer Dealers Association Trade Show: The Ultimate Event for The Industry to Come Together
All trailer and truck bed industry professionals should keep an eye on NATDA’s Events Calendar to get real-time updates of the show’s happenings.
