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MTE 101s
Friday, Febuary 12, 2027
New to the Industry?
Want to Hone Your Skills? 101s – A primer for PDR, Detailing and Business & Marketing led by industry gurus who are invested in your business succeeding. Click here to see the sessions and just as important the speakers!
These sessions are standing room only, don't get shut out.
Pro Tip: You will get access to each track for only an additional $50 to any ticket.
Navigating pain points in todays PDR estimation process
3:00 AM
PRESENTED BY
Tommy Clayton
Detailing Can Be Fun, and Profitable
Too many detailers get caught up in the never ending rabbit holes of detailing. By developing a consistent routine and SOP you will increase your productivity and more importantly enjoyment of detailing. Having your own business should be liberating, not constraining. Learn how to increase profits by dramatically simplifying how you detail.
3:00 AM
PRESENTED BY
Yvan Lacroix
My Business is Booming, but My Home is On Fire!
Building a successful business demands a lot-especially in the beginning. Everyone talks about the freedom, financial rewards, and opportunities that come with entrepreneurship. But few talk about the late nights, early mornings, long weekends, uncertainty, insecurity, and sacrifices required to turn a dream into reality.
The question is: What are those sacrifices costing you?
Many entrepreneurs work tirelessly to build a better future for their families, yet along the way, they can sacrifice the very people they are working so hard for.
As Shon Hart says, "Don't be a public success and a private failure."
In this powerful and honest seminar, we'll explore the real challenges of building a successful business while protecting what matters most. Through true stories and practical insights, we'll examine the true cost of success and how to intentionally invest in your family while pursuing your entrepreneurial dreams.
Because building a successful business is important-but building
3:00 AM
PRESENTED BY
Jody Sedrick
The Unfiltered Truth About Starting a Detailing Business
Starting a detailing business is exciting, but knowing how to detail a vehicle is only one piece of the puzzle. In this candid and practical session, Andrew St-Pierre and Ercan Hurmuzlu from Suds to Success podcast share the real lessons, mistakes, and experiences they wish they had known when starting out. Learn what you actually need to get started, how to choose services, price your work, find your first customers, build a reputation, and avoid common mistakes that can cost you time and money. Whether you're thinking about starting a business or are in your first few years, you'll leave with practical strategies and a roadmap to help turn your passion for detailing into a real, sustainable business.
4:00 AM
PRESENTED BY
Ercan Hurmuzlu, Andrew St-Pierre
Know Your Taxes
4:00 AM
PRESENTED BY
Alex Russell
Intro to AI for PDR and Collision Repair
An overview of Visual AI for PDR and Collision repair technicians. Learn how to select the proper visual AI models to remotely assess and scope work for your business. Discover how Visual AI models work and how to employ the scoping documents to better secure business, grow your sales, and achieve exponential results for your marketing and advertising budgets.
4:00 AM
PRESENTED BY
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