Location: Silver Pearl Foyer

Location: Silver Pearl Ballroom 2-3

Facilitated by ARA's Executive Director, the Consignor-only meeting will include a briefing on cyber-security concerns / recommendations on both vehicle transport and auction operations.

Session Facilitator:
Mark Coleman, ARA Executive Director

Speakers:
Scott Case, Recurrent
Jeremy Louisos, Preowned Auto Logistics

Location: Silver Pearl Ballroom 1

Wholesale auto auction trends provide important indicators for the state of the automotive market in general, and often, trends are leading indicators of future retail performance.

Fragile consumer demand and flat used vehicle supply will wield substantial influence over wholesale activity in 2025. Leveraging NAAA’s proprietary 268-member strong AuctionNet auction network data, industry expert Larry Dixon will provide an insightful and compelling review of auction trends and how supply and demand drivers will impact wholesale activity in 2025.

Presenter: Larry Dixon, NAAA

Location: Silver Pearl Ballroom 1

At a time when everything we’ve come to know is being reshaped by domestic and world events, Commander Lippold, USN (Ret.), former commander of the USS Cole, reveals how to lead teams and manage challenges successfully in the face of financial, national security, and global uncertainties. Engaging his audience as a compelling storyteller, Commander Lippold draws upon his Pillars of Leadership to offer strategies he learned and applied to instill integrity into his team members and mitigate crises throughout his naval career. With takeaways for every organization to evaluate their own achievements and shortfalls as they prepare for what the future may hold, his lessons learned can make the difference between success and failure when it matters most.

Speaker:
Commander Kirk Lippold

Location: Silver Pearl Ballroom 1

Join us as we celebrate the achievements of Auction Academy’s Class 8 graduates, honoring their dedication and growth throughout this transformative program. The ceremony will include Opening remarks, program reflections, and the presentation of certificates. This milestone event marks the culmination of their journey and the beginning of their lasting impact on the Remarketing industry. Let’s recognize their hard work and welcome them as alumni!

Location: Silver Pearl Ballroom 1

Location: Silver Pearl Foyer

Join leading economists and analysts for a detailed look at the state of selling and buying used and wholesale used vehicles; fleet vehicle sales; vehicle consignment and auction activity; and how a myriad of new economic, tax, regulatory, and automotive-related policies from the new Presidential Administration could affect the vehicle remarketing sector.

Moderator: Charlie Vogelheim, CAR Emcee

Panelists:
John Coles, ACV Auctions
Jeremy Robb, Cox Automotive

Location: Silver Pearl Ballroom 1

ARA Premier Sponsor Cox Automotive

Location: Silver Pearl Ballroom 2-3

Speaker: Doug Turner

Location: Silver Pearl Ballroom 1

Location: Silver Pearl Ballroom 1

Get the latest insights and data from the highly esteemed research and analytics firm J.D. Power related to new vehicles, used and wholesale vehicles, and electric vehicles. This session will provide the macro and micro of automotive and wider economic dynamics.

Presenter: Dave Sargent, J.D. Power

Location: Silver Pearl Ballroom 1

Location: Silver Pearl Foyer

Join us for a powerful panel celebrating the achievements of women in automotive remarketing, honoring their trailblazing contributions and the progress they’ve inspired. This session features dynamic industry leaders sharing stories of resilience, lessons learned, and how they turned challenges into opportunities for success. Gain actionable insights, inspiration, and valuable perspectives to help you take your next big step. Together, let’s celebrate progress, spark conversations, and build a more inclusive and equitable future for women in remarketing and beyond.

Moderator:
Kelly Bianchi, AuctionVcommerce

Panelists:
Jackie Malik, Credit Acceptance
Becky Anderson, CARS Recon
Stephanie Minor, Openlane
Kelly Rodriguez, Greensboro Auto Auction

Location: Silver Pearl Ballroom 1

Location: Silver Pearl Ballroom 1

Location: Eventide Garden

Sponsored by AutoNation Auto Auction