You know that the Paint & Panel team is dedicated to helping autobody repair businesses thrive in today's difficult market. The most successful repairers always make time to learn something new and network with industry.
This year we'll be discussing rebranding the autobody repair industry to raise its profile with the consumer and most importantly to make it a more attractive proposition to the next generation. The term 'smash repair' is so last century and doesn't convey the complexities and technological skills levels and equipment needed to fix today's high-tech vehicles. What are the alternatives? Thanks to the MTAA, we've commissioned branding company Barker Brands to look at alternative terms to raise the industry's image. Repairers are the surgeons of the automotive world and it's time everyone knew it.
After Johnny Barker has presented his ideas we'll be mulling over his suggestions with an industry panel.
Reading about the day afterwards isn't nearly the same as being there at what could be an historic juncture in the industry's history.
Don't waste your time coming to LIVE
We don't want you to waste a valuable day coming to LIVE when you could be doing the same old same old in your business. We urge you NOT to buy a ticket if you know you won't benefit from:
- Networking with fellow shop owners, major suppliers and work providers. What a waste of time, I don't need to make connections and to learn from others.
- Returning to your business with a renewed sense of vigour and purpose – who needs that?
- Even if you only learn one thing to use in your business it's worthwhile – that's what the busy, successful shop owners say about LIVE. You won't want to improve your business and keep up with industry leaders.
- Hearing from key industry people that know what issues are going affect me and my business and have strategies to deal with those issues – I'm happy treading water.
- Hearing what repairers in other countries like the UK and US are facing despite the fact the Australian market often follows their market conditions. I'm happy on the hamster wheel.
- Learning how to recruit the staff you need – 'panel beater' wanted has always worked for you.
However, if you are looking for connection, inspiration and knowledge to incorporate in your business then book your ticket now and join us for a stimulating afternoon with a few tipples afterwards.
Here's some highlights of last year's event.