Dear Kentucky dealers,
The past couple of months have been busy with meetings, events and preparing for the coming year. Recently, I joined dealer association leaders across the nation at the Capitol for the annual NADA Washington Conference. We spent time meeting with Kentucky legislators or members of their office to discuss key federal issues impacting dealerships today. We discussed fixing the FTC’s “Vehicle Shopping Rule,” how electric vehicle mandates are going too far too fast, supply chain disruptions, catalytic converter theft and more. These meetings were extremely productive as we were able to connect personally with our legislators in Congress as well as bring to light important issues affecting our industry today on a national level.
I have also been participating in and leading various Automotive Trade Association Executives (ATAE) meetings. We meet throughout the fall to discuss association activities, initiatives, concerns, communications and more. These meetings are extremely fruitful as they provide an opportunity to learn from and brainstorm with my peers across the country who are leading their state and metropolitan associations.
We have also been busy forming new partnerships with various vendors who we believe offer the best and latest in products and services that can benefit your dealership. I cannot stress enough how important it is that you check out these KADA-vetted partners. Not only do we believe they offer the best in the industry, but by supporting them, you are supporting your association and, therefore, your business.
Our Annual Golf Tournament in September was a huge success, and I’d like to thank our dealers and vendor partners who came out. You can see more highlights from the event by clicking Here (Annual KADA Golf Tournament).
By the time you read this, our KADA District Meetings will have ended, but we have been busy preparing for these. We focused this year’s agenda on industry updates, association activities and providing an update on the status of electronic titling and registration.
Not only do these meetings present a chance to build personal relationships with local legislators, but they are a chance to understand the issues affecting our industry, learn more about the association and engage with fellow dealers. As the 2024 Legislative Session nears, these district meetings are vital to ensuring we have a clear, consistent and prominent voice.
As always, I encourage you to be active and participate in these meetings and events. Your support truly makes all the difference.
Onward!
Jason Wilson
