Educational Presentation and Dinner

  St. Petersburg, FL – Sept 16, 2025 | 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM 

 Location:
The Hangar Restaurant & Flight Lounge, 540 1st Street South St. Petersburg, FL33701

Class time is  6-8 PM Doors Open @5:30pm
Food and Drinks Provided at 5:30pm-6pm (Please show up promptly to be respectful of time)

 Featured Speaker: Taylor Moss with OE Connection 

Session Topic: The Future of Collision Shops and How to Stay Ahead 

Staying competitive in the collision repair industry requires shops to anticipate and adapt to changes in technology, insurance, legislation, vehicle ownership models, and service expectations. This session will cover key trends shaping the future of collision shops and offer strategies to maintain profitability.

In “The Future of Collision Shops and How to Stay Ahead,” we will look at the most important factors influencing the future of the industry. The session will explore the impact of robotics and increased efficiency, how to manage the shifts in insurance claims processes, and ways to navigate legislative changes that affect both shops and consumers. Plus, we will discuss how to prepare for the rise of subscription-based vehicle features, flexible ownership models, and talk about considerations for repairing dormant vehicle systems. Get all the necessary insights to streamline your operations, enhance customer satisfaction, and ensure long-term profitability in a complex landscape

Reserve your spot today — space is limited!

Wesley Chapel, FL – Sept 17, 2025 | 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM 

 Location:
Signature Workspace in Wiregrass Mall, Suite 170
28210 Paseo Drive 
Wesley Chapel Fl 33543
Food and Drinks Provided at 5:30pm-6pm (Please show up promptly to be respectful of time)

 Featured Speaker: Taylor Moss with OE Connection 

Session Topic: The Future of Collision Shops and How to Stay Ahead 

Staying competitive in the collision repair industry requires shops to anticipate and adapt to changes in technology, insurance, legislation, vehicle ownership models, and service expectations. This session will cover key trends shaping the future of collision shops and offer strategies to maintain profitability.

In “The Future of Collision Shops and How to Stay Ahead,” we will look at the most important factors influencing the future of the industry. The session will explore the impact of robotics and increased efficiency, how to manage the shifts in insurance claims processes, and ways to navigate legislative changes that affect both shops and consumers. Plus, we will discuss how to prepare for the rise of subscription-based vehicle features, flexible ownership models, and talk about considerations for repairing dormant vehicle systems. Get all the necessary insights to streamline your operations, enhance customer satisfaction, and ensure long-term profitability in a complex landscape

Reserve your spot today — space is limited!

Orlando, FL – Sept 18, 2025 | 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM 

 Location:
Central Florida Paint & Body
10821 Satellite Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32837 US
Food and Drinks Provided at 5:30pm-6pm (Please show up promptly to be respectful of time)

 Featured Speaker: Taylor Moss with OE Connection 

Session Topic: The Future of Collision Shops and How to Stay Ahead 

Staying competitive in the collision repair industry requires shops to anticipate and adapt to changes in technology, insurance, legislation, vehicle ownership models, and service expectations. This session will cover key trends shaping the future of collision shops and offer strategies to maintain profitability.

In “The Future of Collision Shops and How to Stay Ahead,” we will look at the most important factors influencing the future of the industry. The session will explore the impact of robotics and increased efficiency, how to manage the shifts in insurance claims processes, and ways to navigate legislative changes that affect both shops and consumers. Plus, we will discuss how to prepare for the rise of subscription-based vehicle features, flexible ownership models, and talk about considerations for repairing dormant vehicle systems. Get all the necessary insights to streamline your operations, enhance customer satisfaction, and ensure long-term profitability in a complex landscape

Reserve your spot today — space is limited!

 The Florida Auto Body Association is excited to Welcome Mark Olson and Spring Cutsforth from VECO Experts to present Unlocking the Law of Reciprocity:

Unlocking the Law of Reciprocity

All of us enjoy those rare moments when others make us feel important. It is one of our deepest and most universal human desires.  We all want that feeling and will remember and gravitate towards those who make us feel that way.  Today, it is something we have lost sight of.  Learn how to transform not only your employees but your customers, creating a strong foundation for your business that can lead to higher employee satisfaction and less employee turnover along with long term growth and success.

This event will be at the Double Tree by Hilton Orlando Airport (see below Hotel Registration link) on Oct 18th from 8-3pm.
Doors will open @8am with a Continental Breakfast

Below is the link for in anyone needs to come into town Friday night.  The FABA Board members will be around the Hotel to do a Meet and Greet after 7:30pm.

• Guestroom Reservations –
  • Group Name: Florida Auto Body Association Fall Quarterly Meeting
  • Dates: October 17-18, 2025
  • Online Booking Link: https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/mcohndt-902-c0bd00af-0036-4bac-9652-3a64c6ce2246/
  • Phone Number: 407-856-0100
  • Deadline to Reserve: Wednesday, September 17, 2025