SMYRNA, TN — The National Association of Fleet Resale Dealers (NAFRD) will host its 21st Annual Conference at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Desert, Calif., Oct. 6-9. Featured events include roundtable discussions, networking opportunities, and golf.
SMYRNA, TN -- The National Association of Fleet Resale Dealers (NAFRD) will host its 21st Annual Conference at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Desert, Calif., Oct. 6-9. Featured events include roundtable discussions, networking opportunities, and golf.
Event Schedule
Thurs., 10/6
9 a.m.-2 p.m: Board Meeting
1-4 p.m: Registration Open
5:30-7:30 p.m: Opening Reception
Fri., 10/7
8-10:30 a.m: Registration Open
9-10:30 a.m: Regular Member Mtg.
12 p.m: Golf Outing
12 p.m: Jeep Tour
Afternoon & Dinner on your own
9-11 p.m: President's Reception
Sat., 10/8
7:30-8:30 a.m: Past President's Breakfast
8-9 a.m: Continental Breakfast
9-12 p.m: General Session
12-1:15 p.m: Lunch & Business Session
1:30-3:30 p.m: Roundtable Sessions
7-10 p.m: Mystical MardiGras Dinner & Live Auction
For more information, contact:
NAFRD
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