Calendario educativo
25 y 26 de septiembre de 2026 - ¡Próximamente habrá más sesiones!
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Viernes, 25 de septiembre
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
From the Show Floor to Business Growth: PDR Leaders Share Their Playbook (Part 1)
Join the industry’s top PDR operators as they share one stage for a candid, no-holds-barred discussion on the money, the mistakes, and the moves that separate the best technicians from everyone else.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
From the Show Floor to Business Growth: PDR Leaders Share Their Playbook (Part 2)
You've heard from the veterans - now let them hear from you. Join them in roundtable discussions to see how their experience applies to you and your specific business needs.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Strike Technique: Backside Panel Manipulation Without Leverage
This class introduces a powerful and often overlooked method of manipulating panels from the backside using controlled strikes rather than traditional leverage rods. Known in the field as Brazilian style, knock up, or tap up, this technique comes from real world experience and usage, and this class aims to show technicians its practical application in the field. Through live demonstration, attendees will see the four core pillars of the technique in action — capabilities, strategy, application, and execution — including tool selection, motion mechanics, working blind, and critical heat management. Open to all skill levels, though experienced PDR technicians will get the most out of this class and leave with an immediately applicable addition to their existing skill set.
Presented By Matt Boyette
Panel Discussion/Roundtables Led By:
Kevin Byrd
Ding Inc
Keith Cosentino
Bullseye PDR Inc
Gene Fetty
Dent Repair Now
Daniel Gromm
Dent Dynamics
Andrew Kinsey
Alliance Dent Repair
David Schaulat
Professional Dent Repair
Brandon Schmitz
Eagle Dent Repair
John Yager
Dude's Dent Removal
Matt Boyette
Dent Slayer
Sábado, 26 de septiembre
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Cold Glue Pulling (Part 1)
Witness a hands-on demonstration of cold glue pulling without drilling or heat. Learn from the pros about the best practices and some of the pitfalls of this technique.
Presented By Gene Fetty, Automotive Appearance Institute
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Measuring Session with Nexterra Tools
Join Nexterra for a hands-on estimating session highlighting realistic, market-aligned skills, measuring tools and templates. Try them out on a vehicle and get real-time feedback from the pros.
Presented By Vernon Ernst, Nexterra
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Auto Interior Repairs
Vinyl Pro's Interior Repair Professional will be presenting both vinyl and leather repairs. A real-time demonstration for those looking to learn something new or fine tune your skills. We will demonstrate how to repair holes, cuts, and tears, as well as cracks on both vinyl and leather surfaces.
Presented By Mark Watson, Vinyl Pro
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Electric Vehicles
Not EV sure? Not knowing can lead to expensive mistakes and dire consequences. Don't miss this session on how to properly and safely work on Evs to expand your market share.
Presented By Vince D'Alessando
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Cold Glue Pulling (Part 2)
Witness a hands-on demonstration of cold glue pulling without drilling or heat. Learn from the pros about the best practices and some of the pitfalls of this technique.
Presented By Gene Fetty, Automotive Appearance Institute
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Leveraging AI and Auto Body Scanners in PDR and Hail Estimation
AI is being used in automotive damage detection. This course will explain the state of the art of leveraging AI and full auto body scanners in the PDR and hail estimating process. Learn how to integrate AI into your business to reduce cycle time and reduce costs
Presented By James Spears, Tractable