LAS VEGAS – Show organizers announced pre-registration badge pick-up will be available from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 9, 2014. Get your show badge early and avoid the crowd on Monday! F&I Admin is sponsoring happy hour and cigars on the patio during this time. Start your networking early and relax after your … Read More »

LAS VEGAS – Online registration closes on March 7 at midnight, according to show organizers. The fourth annual Agent Summit will be held March 10-12, 2014, at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas. In 2011, the first annual Agent Summit drew 150 visitors. Last year’s event included over 550 attendees, and registration for 2014 has already eclipsed … Read More »

On Tuesday at 11:30am, Tom O’Neil will be taking a closer look at Captive Coercion. In this session, O’Neil will review the growing practice of lenders trying to tie products into their loan approval. Agents will receive timely advice on what they can do to defend their business. O’Neil is the Founder of O’Neil Financial … Read More »

As the fourth annual Agent Summit fast approaches, show organizers are excited to share some highlights about an upcoming session you can look forward to. Join Steve Richard on Tuesday at 10:30am, as he takes a closer look at getting dealer appointments. Richard will be making live sales calls during this session, and is sure … Read More »

LAS VEGAS – Online registration closes next week according to show organizers. The fourth annual Agent Summit will be held March 10-12, 2014, at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas. In 2011, the first annual Agent Summit drew 150 visitors. Last year’s event included over 550 attendees, and registration for 2014 has already eclipsed 600. This year’s … Read More »

LAS VEGAS – The fourth annual Agent Summit, scheduled for March 10-12, 2014 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, is quickly approaching. And Entire Car Protection (ECP) is sponsoring several giveaways that will be for Agent Principals only. ECP will be giving away a Luminox Travel Alarm Clock and a Tissot Sea-Touch Dive Watch, as … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of Agent Summit 2014 reported that this year’s event – set to take place March 10-12, 2014 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas – has already surpassed last year’s numbers for both sponsors and exhibitors. There are currently 84 sponsors and 66 exhibitors signed up for the event this year, up … Read More »

Wednesday Workshops: New at Agent Summit 2014, for Agency Principals Only Show organizers are excited to announce a new feature for Agent Summit 2014. As in the past, there will be two full days of content for all Agent Summit attendees. New for 2014 – They have added an extra half-day to the show this … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Tomorrow is the last day for attendees to register for Agent Summit 2014 and still take advantage of the $100 early-bird savings. The event will be held March 10-12, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. The conference will begin with a pre-conference Participation & Reinsurance Symposium on Monday, March 10, followed by … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — There are only two days left for attendees to register for Agent Summit 2014 at a reduced rate. The event will be held March 10-12, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Agent Summit will begin with a pre-conference Participation & Reinsurance Symposium on Monday, March 10, followed by a fantastic line up … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — This is the final week of early-bird registration for the fourth annual Agent Summit, scheduled for March 10-12, 2014 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. February 1st is the last day attendees can qualify for a $100 early-bird discount and be entered into a drawing to win one of two iPad Airs … Read More »

LAS VEGAS – Organizers of the fourth annual Agent Summit have announced the release of this year’s full agenda. The speakers are going to be a superb lineup of industry knowledge and experience that agents won’t want to miss. Attendees can enjoy welcome drinks and cigars on the patio when registration opens Sunday evening from … Read More »

LAS VEGAS – Those wanting to take advantage of the savings and convenience of staying on site at Agent Summit 2014 need to register today! Caesars’ Super Early Bird Rate ends today, Wednesday, January 15. Book your room in the Agent Summit Block in the Palace Tower now before you miss out. All rooms booked out … Read More »

LAS VEGAS – The fourth annual Agent Summit, scheduled for March 10-12, 2014 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, is quickly approaching. And Entire Car Protection (ECP) is sponsoring several giveaways that will be for Agent Principals only. ECP will be giving away a Luminox Travel Alarm Clock and a Tissot Sea-Touch Dive Watch, as … Read More »

LAS VEGAS – Agent Summit 2014 is just around the corner. For both cost and convenience, booking a room in the Agent Summit Block in Caesar’s Palace Tower is the only way to go. Those wanting to be in the middle of the action during the conference, be eligible for special giveaways, and take advantage … Read More »

LAS VEGAS – Organizers of Agent Summit 2014 announced that Glen Tuscan, president of Dealer Commitment Services and Doug Herberger, president of Allstate Dealer Services, were chosen as keynote speakers. Tuscan will open the conference on Monday, March 9 when he speaks at 1:40 p.m., immediately following the Pre-Conference Participation and Reinsurance Symposium. On Tuesday, … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Register now for the fourth annual Agent Summit and show organizers will provide a $100 discount. This discount is for attendees who register before Feb. 1, 2014. Additionally, by registering now, you will be entered into a drawing to win one of two iPad Airs with Retina display, provided by Old Republic … Read More »

LAS VEGAS – Registration is currently open for the fourth annual Agent Summit, scheduled for March 10-12, 2014 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. The conference is expected to draw the top general agents from across the country. David Gesualdo, show chair and publisher of Agent Entrepreneur and F&I and Showroom magazines, noted that last … Read More »

LAS VEGAS – Glen Tuscan, president of Dealer Commitment Services Inc. and a 32 year veteran of the automotive industry, has been chosen to address the fourth annual Agent Summit as a keynote speaker, according to show organizers. Tuscan has 12 years experience in retail, and 20 years experience as an Independent General Agent. Tuscan … Read More »

LAS VEGAS – Planning is well underway for the fourth annual Agent Summit, which will be held March 10-12 at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas. After setting new records with more than 550 attendees in 2013, all those involved are looking forward to Agent Summit 2014. David Gesualdo, show chair and publisher of Agent Entrepreneur … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of the fourth annual Agent Summit will provide a $100 discount for attendees who register before Feb. 1, 2014. Additionally, early registrants will be entered into a drawing to win one of two iPad Airs with Retina display, provided by Old Republic Insured Automotive Services Inc. (ORIAS). “ORIAS is excited to … Read More »

LAS VEGAS – Organizers of Agent Summit 2014, scheduled for March 10-12 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, announced the board members of the conference’s advisory board. David Gesualdo, show chair and publisher of Agent Entrepreneur and F&I and Showroom, stated, “Last year’s board did a fantastic job addressing key issues that impact agents and … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of the annual Agent Summit have announced that the Participation & Reinsurance Symposium will return for a second year in 2014. This year’s event will feature a new format designed to give agents a comprehensive review of reinsurance and put them in direct contact with leaders in the segment. The symposium is … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of Agent Summit 2014 have announced that Randy Crisorio, president and CEO of United Development Systems Inc. (UDS), has agreed to serve as chairman for the conference’s advisory board for a second straight year. “This is good news for us and better news for our attendees,” said David Gesualdo, show chair and … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of the fourth annual Agent Summit have announced that Robert Harkins will serve as master of ceremonies for the 2014 event, scheduled for March 10–12 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Harkins is vice president and director of training for the AFG Training Academy and founder and president of RAH Consulting. He … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of the fourth annual Agent Summit have announced that Doug Herberger, president of Allstate Dealer Services, has agreed to deliver the opening keynote address at the 2014 event. Agent Summit 2014 is scheduled for March 10–12 and will return to Caesars Palace in Las Vegas again this year. Herberger will present “The … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of the annual Agent Summit have announced that the 2014 event is scheduled for March 10–12 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. The conference is riding a hot streak as it enters its fourth year. The 2013 event set new records for attendance, sponsorship and exhibit space, drawing more than 550 attendees, … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of Agent Summit have announced that sponsorship for the 2014 event is open as of this week. Show Chair David Gesualdo said the decision was based on demand from exhibitors following the success of the third annual conference, which took place March 4–6, spurred the decision. “Our exhibit space and our best … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of the third annual Agent Summit announced that the show, which took place March 4–6 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, set new records for attendance, exhibitors and sponsorships. More than 550 agents, agency principals, speakers and other attendees convened for the show, up from 150 in 2011 and more than 300 … Read More »

Randy Crisorio, president and CEO of United Development Systems Inc. and chairman of the Agent Summit advisory board, has announced that the submission deadline for the industry’s first compensation plan survey has been extended to Monday, April 1. Agency principals were invited to complete the survey in the weeks leading up to Agent Summit 2013, … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of Agent Summit 2013 report that they have closed online registration with nearly 500 attendees. The industry’s first agents-only event has grown exponentially in its first three years, drawing 150 attendees in 2011 and more than 300 last year. “It’s an incredible turnout. We couldn’t be more excited,” said David Gesualdo, … Read More »

This issue includes all the information you need to prepare for Agent Summit 2013. Get a sneak preview of this year’s conference and the first-ever Participation & Reinsurance Symposium. Get the inside scoop on exhibitors with company profiles and Q&As with top executives. Get caught up on the hot topics with the most popular stories … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of the third annual Agent Summit plan to close online registration for the event at midnight ET tonight. Agent Summit 2013 will be held March 4–6, 2013, at Caesars Palace Las Vegas. This year’s event will be the largest since it was launched in 2011, featuring 68 sponsors, 42 exhibitors and … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Online registration for Agent Summit 2013 closes at midnight ET tomorrow, according to organizers. The third annual agents-only conference will be held March 4–6, 2013, at Caesars Palace Las Vegas. In 2011, the first Agent Summit drew 150 visitors. Last year’s event included just over 300 attendees, and registration for Agent Summit … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of the third annual Agent Summit have announced a March 1 deadline for nominations for the first-ever Provider Innovator of the Year award. Agents and agency staff can click the button below to submit their nominations for Provider Innovator of the Year, which is open to any F&I product or service … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of the third annual Agent Summit have released a promotional video featuring Randy Crisorio, president and CEO of United Development Systems Inc. and chairman of the Agent Summit advisory board. The board was responsible for building the agenda for the event, which will take place March 4–6, 2013, at Caesars Palace … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of Agent Summit 2013 have reported that this year’s event, set to take place March 4–6, 2013, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, has already set new records for attendance, exhibits and sponsors. “We have been incredibly fortunate to draw increasing interest from the industry, especially among agents and those who … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of the third annual Agent Summit have announced that this year’s show will host the first-ever “Provider Innovator of the Year” award. David Gesualdo, show chair and publisher of F&I and Showroom magazine, said the award will be an opportunity for agents to identify significant advancements in the dealer space. “New product … Read More »

By: Toni McQuilken The Agent Summit 2013 show will be held March 4–6 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. This year’s show has a record number of attendees registered, and will feature a wide range of speakers, sessions and exhibitors to help agents get ahead. As of press time, in addition to the sessions, there … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of the third annual Agent Summit say the announcement of the first-ever Participation & Reinsurance Symposium has led to a surge in registrations. “I believe we’ve upgraded our one-of-a-kind event with a one-of-a-kind pre-conference event,” said David Gesualdo, show chair and publisher of F&I and Showroom magazine. “The level of interest from … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of the third annual Agent Summit said a weeklong surge in registrations has left the event’s room block nearly filled. Agent Summit 2013 will be held March 4–6, 2013, at Caesars Palace Las Vegas. Attendees who stay at Caesars are eligible for several perks; most notably, a reduced rate: $180 per … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of Agent Summit 2013 have announced that today is the last day on which attendees can register for the conference at a reduced rate. The event will be held March 4–6, 2013, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Early-bird registrants will enjoy a $100 early-bird discount and be entered into a … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of Agent Summit 2013 have announced the launch of an ambitious survey of agency compensation plans. The survey will be sent to agency principals who register for the conference by February 28 and the results will be distributed only to those who participate. The survey was designed to share agents’ ideas on … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — This is the final week of early-bird registration for the third annual Agent Summit, scheduled for March 4–6, 2013, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Organizers said Feb. 1 is the last day attendees can qualify for a $100 early-bird discount and be entered into a drawing to win one of three … Read More »

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of Agent Summit 2013 have announced that early-bird registration will end on February 1. The third annual agent conference will be held March 4–6, 2013, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Agents who sign up before the deadline will enjoy a $100 early-bird discount and be entered into a drawing to … Read More »