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Manheim, Microsoft to Co-sponsor the Second Annual DealerTrack Innovation Conference

DealerTrack Inc. announced the co-sponsors of the second annual DealerTrack Innovation Conference, scheduled for Sept. 17-18 in Las Vegas.

by Staff
September 6, 2007
2 min to read


LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. — DealerTrack Inc. announced the co-sponsors of the second annual DealerTrack Innovation Conference, scheduled for Sept. 17-18 in Las Vegas. The Innovation Conference is a unique networking and educational event designed to showcase the latest dealership technology trends and best practices.



The Headline Sponsor, Manheim, will be presenting on "The Future of Online Auctions." Gold Sponsors, including The Cobalt Group, Microsoft Corporation, Autobase Inc. and AIMData, will be participating in panel discussions on topics such as "Driving More Leads to Increase Profit and Unit Sales," "The Open Dealer Management System (DMS)" and more.

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In addition, seven other leading technology providers will be exhibiting at the conference. These Silver Sponsors include: AmazingMail, DealerSocket, eOriginal, First Advantage CREDCO, KEYper Systems, NADA Analytical Services Group and SIRIUS Satellite Radio. All participating companies will be available to answer questions after their sessions.



DealerTrack is also excited to announce that Dave Schembri, president of smart USA, will share marketing plans and other key information about their innovative technology. The smart car is remarkably compact and provides ecological benefits through extremely high fuel economy.



The Innovation Conference, to be held at the Paris Hotel & Casino, will include golf and poker networking opportunities on September 17. The educational sessions on September 18 will include keynote presentations by Matthew May and Josh "Chop" Towbin, as well as interactive breakout sessions. For more information on conference rates, registration and accommodations, please visit http://www.dt-innovationconference.com.


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