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2021
31ST ANNUAL
NTDA CONVENTION
O C T. 6–8, 2021
F A I R M O N T C H ÂT E A U W H I S T L E R
WHISTLER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
R E G I S T E R O N L I N E AT W W W. N T D A . O R G
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WELCOME
O C T. 6–8, 2021
FAIRMONT CHATEAU WHISTLER
WHISTLER, BC, CANADA
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31ST ANNUAL NTDA CONVENTION
NETWORK
The National Trailer Dealers Association Reconnect with your business contacts in health and safety.
(NTDA) will host its 31st Annual and build your network of trailer
A short walk or free shuttle ride
Convention, Oct. 6–8, 2021, at Fairmont dealers, leading OEMs, component
from the resort is Whistler Village.
Chateau Whistler in Whistler, British manufacturers and industry service
From the cultural to the culinary,
Columbia, Canada. Registration and providers. Understand where the
the educational to the entertaining,
housing are available on the NTDA’s industry and economy are headed.
its boutique shops, museums,
Web site, www.ntda.org, for the much- Discover what’s ahead post-pandemic
restaurants, galleries, and more
anticipated, in-person Convention that and beyond. Learn about new trailers,
deliver countless options for
is dedicated to gathering the best of products, and services at the NTDA
enjoyment.
the best in the semi-trailer industry. Exhibition & Strolling Luncheon. Plus,
golf at the stunning and award- The NTDA is considering the health
Each year, the NTDA pays careful winning Robert Trent Jones, Jr. and safety of attendees and staff
attention to creating an intimate Course at the Fairmont Chateau during every step of the planning
atmosphere by blending world-class Whistler Golf Club. process. The Association will
educational offerings. These incredible strictly follow both U.S. and
Attendees and guests can explore
events allow for candid networking Canadian-based guidelines. We are
optional activities. Fall in Whistler
and the open exchange of ideas, in constant communication with
offers an abundance of activities,
information, and strategies for facing Canadian officials as well as with the
wide-open spaces, and a unique,
challenges unique to the trailer resort and convention/trade show
laid-back pace. In fact, there is so
industry. This year’s program is going to suppliers to ensure a safe, open, and
much to do, it is hard to know where
be more special than ever as we gather viable event. We look forward to
to begin. Whistler’s businesses are
again in such a majestic location. seeing you in Whistler!
upholding the highest of standards
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WEB SITE E D U C AT I O N
The General Session and Keynote Stephen Laskowski, President of the
The NTDA Web site is scalable and
Presentation on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021 Canadian Trucking Alliance, and the
has all the information you need
includes an economic overview focused Ontario Trucking Association, will
to navigate the 31st Annual NTDA
on freight and the semi-trailer industry deliver an industry keynote address
Convention. Visit www.ntda.org.
by Kenny Vieth, President and Senior covering the U.S. and Canadian
Analyst of ACT Research. regulatory landscapes.
EXHIBITION
Enjoy lunch while checking Next, David Coletto, Partner and CEO The Convention will also feature
more than 80 exhibits, trailer of Abacus Data, will discuss the post- concurrent sessions focused on the new
technology innovations, components, pandemic industry landscape. Charles challenges of a changing workforce
accessories, software and management Carr, Co-Founder and Partner with Carr as well as a Dealer CRM Roundtable
systems, finance options, and much Allison, will enlighten attendees about Discussion.
more. the devastating impacts of insurance 5
fraud and nuclear verdicts on fleets.
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DRESS CODE
The NTDA Convention is Business/Resort Casual. Slacks or knee length shorts, polo shirts, button
down shirts, nice shoes are appropriate for men. Some restaurants on-property or in the area may
require a jacket and tie. Check with your hotel concierge for details. No ties or sports coats required for
meetings/events! Pants/slacks, capri pants, skirts, are appropriate for ladies. Wear comfortable shoes.
Welcome reception will be on a combination of sidewalk and a grassy area.
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The resort has been named one of Travel + Leisure’s Top 10
Best Resorts in Canada four years, including 2020. Conde’ Nast
Traveler has ranked the resort among its Top 10 Resorts in Canada
since 2010. Chef Isabel Chung won the Rising Star of the Year
Award in 2019. GOLF Magazine named the resort one of the
Top 100 Resorts in North America in 2019 and 2020, and Score
Magazine named the resort as having the best public course in
Canada in 2017. Northwest Meetings & Events Magazine has
named the resort the Best Resort Hotel three times. Plus, it is an
Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary — recognized for its natural
beauty and environmental responsibility. 7
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S C H E D U L E AT- A - G L A N C E
W E D N E S D AY, O C T. 6 , 2 0 2 1
Registration Open 12:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
Exhibitor Setup 5:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
NEW! Ask the Expert Welcome Lounge Open 1:00 p.m. –5:00 p.m.
First-time Attendee and Sponsor Thank You Reception (Invitation Only) 5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Whistler Street Fair Welcome Reception (Open to All Registered Attendees) 6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
T H U R S D AY, O C T. 7 , 2 0 2 1
Registration Open 6:45 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Breakfast & Exhibition Hall Open to All Registered Attendees 6:45 a.m.–8:00 a.m.
Opening Remarks & State of the Association Address 8:05 a.m.–8:20 a.m.
Dorsey Trailer Presentation 8:20 a.m.–8:25 a.m.
Trailer Industry Economic Forecast 8:25 a.m.–8:50 a.m.
Refreshment Break 8:50 a.m.–9:05 a.m.
CIE Manufacturing Presentation 9:05 a.m.–9:10 a.m.
The Post-pandemic Industry Landscape 9:10 a.m.–9:50 a.m.
Hendrickson Presentation 9:50 a.m.–9:55 a.m.
Nuclear Verdicts in Transportation Cases: Fact or Fiction? 9:55 a.m.–10:40 a.m.
MAC Trailer Presentation 10:40 a.m.–10:45am
Industry Keynote Presentation: Stephen Laskowski 10:45 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Exhibition & Strolling Luncheon 11:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions: 2:15 p.m.–3:00 p.m. and from 3:15 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
CONCURRENT SESSION: The New Face and Challenges of the Changing Workforce
CONCURRENT SESSION: Dealer CRM Roundtable Discussion
Optional Activity: Whistler Wine Tasting for Registered Spouses/Guests 2:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
F R I D AY, O C T. 8 , 2 0 2 1
Continental Breakfast for Golfers at Woodland’s Terrace, Fairmont Chateau Whistler 8:30 a.m.–9:30 a.m.
NTDA Golf Tournament & Scholarship Fundraiser at Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Club 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Cocktail Reception & Awards Dinner Featuring a Presentation by Lisa “Longball” Vlooswyk 6:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m. 9
PROGRAM
OVERVIEW
W E D N E S D A Y, T H U R S D A Y,
O C T. 6 , 2 0 2 1 O C T. 7 , 2 0 2 1
Registration Open Registration Open
12:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m. 6:45 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Exhibitor Setup Breakfast (Spouses/Guests Welcome)
5:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. & Exhibition
6:45 a.m.–8:00 a.m.
NEW! Ask the Expert Welcome Lounge
Open GENERAL SESSIONS & KEYNOTE
1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
PRESENTATION
New to this year’s convention, we are giving
attendees the opportunity to casually network Opening Remarks & State of the
and learn with an “Ask the Expert Welcome Association Address
Lounge” on Wednesday, Oct. 6. Stop by the Geoff Reid, NTDA Chairman of the Board
Lounge for beverages, snacks, and networking 8:05 a.m.–8:20 a.m.
with colleagues, and meet with a variety of
industry experts who can answer questions Dorsey Trailer Presentation and
about the economy, Federal Excise Tax, and ®
Speaker Introduction
other industry concerns. Representatives from
ESTABLISHED 1911
8:20 a.m.–8:25 a.m.
the NTDA Board of Directors will also be on
Trucking Industry Economic Forecast
hand to greet attendees.
Kenny Vieth, President and Senior Analyst,
RECEPTIONS ACT Research Co., LLC
8:25 a.m.–8:50 a.m.
First-time Attendee and Sponsor Thank Discover where market demand is headed
You Reception (Invitation Only) post-pandemic and where the industry will see
5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. growth versus tightening. Learn what leading
indicators are suggesting for the year ahead.
Welcome Reception: Find out what impacts regulatory changes will
Whistler Street Fair have on future production and sales.
6:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Attendees will enjoy the gorgeous fall Refreshment Break
colors and alpine atmosphere of Whistler’s 8:50 a.m.–9:05 a.m.
Blackcomb mountains while sampling local
fare and connecting with fellow attendees.
CIE Manufacturing Presentation &
Speaker Introduction
9:05 a.m.–9:10 a.m.
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The Post-pandemic Industry Landscape well as fake cases with sophisticated plans and
David Coletto, Abacus Data well-rehearsed teams pulling of staged crashes
9:10 a.m.–9:50 a.m. also add to the chaos. Meanwhile, cost increases
It goes without saying that the COVID-19 have ultimately forced fleets out of business.
pandemic has had a significant impact on the
transportation industry and how we need to MAC Trailer Presentation and
rethink everything from strategy to operations Speaker Introduction
and from supply chain to customer behavior. 10:40 a.m.–10:45 a.m.
David Coletto with Abacus Data will explore
Industry Keynote Address
these issues and the implications for the future
Stephen Laskowski, Canadian Trucking
of the trailer industry.
Alliance, and Ontario Trucking
Association
Hendrickson Presentation and
10:45 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Speaker Introduction
Get the latest trucking industry update from
9:50 a.m.–9:55 a.m.
leading industry expert Stephen Laskowski,
Nuclear Verdicts in Transportation President of the Canadian Trucking Alliance
Cases: Fact or Fiction? (CTA) and Ontario Trucking Association (OTA).
Charles Carr, Carr Allison Laskowski will provide updates regarding the
9:55 a.m.–10:40 a.m. U.S. and Canadian regulatory environment. He
Awards of more than $1 million have increased joined OTA in 1994, and since 2000 has also
dramatically over the last 14 years when there served the CTA in various capacities. Laskowski
is a commercial vehicle-related accident. Carr has been involved in various cases including
Allison represents more than 20 of the top environmental and cross-border matters,
25 motor carriers in the U.S. Charles Carr, a domestic and international taxation of trucking
seasoned attorney with the firm, will help you activities, and intermodal relations.
understand the impact of nuclear verdicts on the
trucking industry. These verdicts have become
more and more lucrative. Insurance fraud as
12attract and retain the brightest and the best.
Learn what you can do to adapt to help the
next generation make use of their familiarity
with technology, achieve personal goals while
helping the company meet its goals, and
become the super powers of the future.
Dealer CRM Roundtable Discussion
Moderated by Heather Wilson,
BMO Transportation Finance
Is your business considering a Customer
Relationship Management (CRM) solution or
trying to monetize customer data within a
EXHIBITION & STROLLING LUNCHEON current CRM platform? We will discuss how
11:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
dealers are addressing these questions and
many more during this moderated dealer
CONCURRENT SESSIONS
roundtable. Visit with fellow dealers and
2:15 p.m.–3:00 p.m. and
3:15 p.m.–4:00 p.m. talk about the challenges and opportunities
associated with managing a CRM in the trailer
The New Face and Challenges of the industry. Come share your stories, listen, and
Changing Workforce learn from successful dealers just like you.
David Coletto, Abacus Data
Companies have been always challenged Wine Tasting for Registered
with maximizing production and increasing Spouses/Guests
the bottom line. Today, the struggle to hire, 2:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
motivate and retain Generations X, Y, Z means In 2019, BC wineries won more than 1,000
relatively high turnover. Loyalty is no longer national and international competition medals.
based on a paycheck. Younger generations are Learn the history of regional wines and enjoy
more mobile. The economy flipflops between five flights. Included with paid Spouse/Guest
an employer’s market and an employee’s Registration. Limited to the 50 Spouses/Guests.
market. Competition has never been greater to Ticket required. Must be 21 and up.
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F R I D A Y, Golf Tournament & Scholarship
O C T. 8 , 2 0 2 1 Fundraiser — Chateau Whistler
Golf Club
GOLF TOURNAMENT & Shotgun start at 10:00 a.m. on the
SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER Robert Trent Jones Jr. Course
After a continental breakfast, take a
Continental Breakfast for Golfers at
Woodlands Terrace at the Resort for 5-minute walk over to the Chateau
Tournament Participants Whistler Golf Club. (A shuttle is available for
8:30 a.m.–9:30 a.m. those who do not wish to walk.) Carved out
Golf is limited to 120 total players. of the slopes of the Coast Mountain range
Preregistration and prepayment required. No in British Columbia, this magnificent Robert
on-site registrations will be accepted for the Trent Jones, Jr. masterpiece allows nature to
golf tournament. Tournament fee includes dictate the path.
greens fees, tournament fee, continental
breakfast, lunch, cart, transportation, beverage Safety is our priority. The Chateau Whistler
tickets, prizes, and swag bag. Golf Club follows the Allied Golf Association
of British Columbia safety guidelines.
Bag Handling:
This year eight-time Canadian Long Drive
When you check into The Chateau Whistler,
Champion Lisa “Longball” Vlooswyk will
please leave your golf bags with Guest Services,
be on-hand for the “Beat the Pro” contest.
ensuring that your name is on the bag. Their
Vlooswyk will be stationed on a par 5 to hit
team will place an identification tag on it and
balls for you and help you get a birdie or an
safely store it until the day of the tournament,
eagle. All funds raised on this hole will go to
at which time all bags will automatically be
the NTDA Scholarship Program.
transferred to the course and staged on your
golf cart. The valet staff will pull your bag if you Optional Activities:
are playing on the course earlier in the week Attendees and guests can explore optional
as well. Please let Guest Services know your activities. Fall in Whistler offers an abundance
intentions with your golf bag at check-in. If you of activities, wide-open spaces, and a unique,
are renting golf clubs, your rental clubs (and laid-back pace. In fact, there is so much to do,
rental shoes if applicable) will be placed on it is hard to know where to begin. Whistler’s
your cart the morning of the Tournament. businesses are upholding the highest
standards of health and safety.
Golf Dress Code:
Men must wear a collared shirt and Bermuda- A short walk or free shuttle ride from the
length shorts or pants. Ladies must have resort is Whistler Village. From the cultural
a collar on their top. Shorts or skirts of to the culinary, the educational to the
appropriate length are allowed. NOT allowed entertaining, its boutique shops, museums,
on the course: denim, tank tops, t-shirts, cut- restaurants, galleries, and more deliver
offs, athletic shorts, and metal spikes. countless options for enjoyment.
For a list of optional tours or excursions
attendees may book online individually/
independently, visit https://ntda.org/
convention/whistler-activities/.
14RECEPTION & DINNER
Cocktail Reception
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Awards Dinner
7:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
Join fellow members for dinner and an exciting
presentation by Lisa “Longball” Vlooswyk, and more!
Don’t miss our incredible prize drawings! (Must be
present to win.) The NTDA will recognize outstanding
membership ambassadors, sponsors, Board of
Directors, and other notable individuals. Network with
fellow members and enjoy cocktails, a delicious dinner
and wine. Dinner attire is business/resort casual.
BMO Transportation Finance Presentation and
Speaker Introduction
Presentation by Lisa “Longball” Vlooswyk
8:30 p.m.–9:15 p.m.
Lisa “Longball” Vlooswyk will share her philosophy
“drive determines distance.” Vlooswyk will explain
how to stay at the top of your game and perform
at the highest level, year after year during the
Awards Dinner on Friday, Oct. 8. Lisa is an eight‐time
Canadian Long Drive Champion and has finished 2nd
in the world. Lisa is currently training and competing
for the World Long Drive Championships. Lisa recently
won Golfweek Magazine’s Golf Fest Entertainer of the
Year award. In addition to her competitive career, Lisa
is a Golf Journalist for several publications including
Inside GOLF Magazine and has had her own column
in Golf Digest Canada. Lisa’s entrepreneurial success
was recognized when she was awarded the Bank of
Montreal Celebrating Women Award for Expansion and
Growth in Small Business.
Awards Presentation
9:15 p.m.–9:45 p.m.
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Unlocked Closed Doors Unlocked Closed Doors Unlocked Closed Doors
CIE Manufacturing Prestige Trailers Trailstar International
Webb
27 Wheel 50 52 55
Products
rmi
Minimizer/ ENGS ADVANTAGE 80
Commercial Vanguard Talbert by RMI Corp.
Strehl LLC 32 37 Premier 42 47 National Truck Rockland
Finance Co. 60 65 Mfg., 70 75 Transtex
Mfg. Co. Trailer Corp. Paper Flooring
Inc.
26 Chameleon
Innovations
Wells LCS-Load
Midland Pressure
onewaytrail- KEITH Covering
31 36 Fargo
Equipment Manufactur- 41 46 Manac Inc. Stoughton Systems
ers.com Mfg. Co. 59 64 Shur-Co, 69 Solutions
Finance ing Ltd. LLC Trailers 74 International, 79
Ltd.
Buffet
BWS Inc.
25 Stargate
MAC Trailer
Hendrickson
Enterprises
Overseas Witzco Suite
Transglobal Sidump’r Inc. Hutchens HAVCO 78
Hardwoods Trailers, Engine
30 35 Door 40 45 Trailer Industries, 58 63 Strick Wood King
Company Inc. Co. Inc. Products
68 73 Trail
Ind., Inc.
LLC
Unlocked Closed Doors
24 Karmak Inc. 49 54
Buffet
MAXON
Unlocked Closed Doors
E.D. Ridewell Lift Corp. 77
Travis Body & 29 US Tarp Suspen- Meritor, Wallace
34 Etnyre 39 44 JOST 57 62 ZF
Trailer, Inc. sions Inc. 67 72 Forge
& Co. International
Co., Inc.
Global,
23 CDK
LLC
Buffet
Whiting Door Felling Wabash
Landoll Fontaine East Man- Cleveland
Manufactur- 28 33 Trailers, 38 43 National
Corporation Heavy Haul
56 61 Doleco ufacturing 66 71 Vibrator Peterson
ing Corp. Inc. Corp. -USA
Prolam Corp. Company Manufactur-
Flooring ing Co.
76
22
Company
48 51 53
US Liner BMO Transportation Aero Dorsey Trailer
21 Company Finance Industries
JD Fulwiler Right Heavy Taylor &
My Little Extreme DSI FlowBelow Alpha HD
CardConnect 13 & Company Weigh, Martin, Inc.
11 Salesman 12 Trailers LLC 14 15 Solutions Aero Inc. 16 17 Trailers 18 19 Duty 20
Insurance Inc. Ramps Auctioneers
Learning Optimum Road Ready — from The Trailer Walther Universal Container
Okabe Ridge
Without Alliance, Clarience Technologies Company, TrailerMove Engineering and & Trailer Manage-
Brandt Co., Inc. Company Corporation
Scars LLC Inc. Manufacturing Co. ment Software
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10Thank You 31st Annual NTDA Exhibitors!
Exhibitor List
Exhibitor Booth # Exhibitor Booth # Exhibitor Booth #
Aero Industries 51 KEITH Mfg. Co. 46 Stoughton Trailers 69
Alpha HD Trailers 18 Landoll Corporation 38 Strehl LLC 32
BMO Transportation
48 LCS-Load Covering Solutions Ltd. 79 Strick 63
Finance
Brandt 2 Learning Without Scars 1 Suite Engine 78
BWS-Stargate 25 MAC Trailer 54 Talbert Mfg., Inc. 65
Taylor & Martin, Inc.
CardConnect 12 Manac Inc. 59 20
Auctioneers
CDK Global, LLC 23 MAXON Lift Corp. 77 The Trailer Company, Inc. 6
Chameleon Innovations 26 Meritor, Inc. 67 Trail King Ind., Inc. 73
CIE Manufacturing 50 Midland Manufacturing Ltd. 41 TrailerMove 8
Cleveland Vibrator
71 Minimizer/Premier Mfg. Co. 37 Trailstar International 55
Company
Doleco-USA 61 My Little Salesman 11 Transglobal Door 40
Dorsey Trailer 53 Okabe Co., Inc. 4 Transtex 75
DSI Solutions 15 onewaytrailers.com 31 Travis Body & Trailer, Inc. 29
E.D. Etnyre & Co. 39 Optimum Alliance, LLC 3 Truck Paper 60
Universal Container & Trailer
East Manufacturing Corp. 66 Overseas Hardwoods Company 30 10
Management Software
ENGS Commercial Finance
42 Peterson Manufacturing Co. 76 US Liner Company 21
Co.
Extreme Trailers LLC 14 Pressure Systems International, Inc. 74 US Tarp 34
Vanguard National Trailer
Felling Trailers, Inc. 33 Prestige Trailers 52 47
Corp.
FlowBelow Aero Inc. 16 Prolam Flooring Company 22 Wabash National Corp. 43
Fontaine Heavy Haul 56 Ridewell Suspensions 44 Wallace Forge Co., Inc. 72
Walther Engineering and
HAVCO Wood Products LLC 68 Ridge Corporation 7 9
Manufacturing Co.
Heavy Duty Ramps 19 Right Weigh, Inc. 17 Webb Wheel Products, Inc. 27
Wells Fargo Equipment
Hendrickson 49 rmi ADVANTAGE by RMI Corp. 80 36
Finance
Road Ready — from Clarience Whiting Door Manufacturing
Hutchens Industries, Inc. 58 5 28
Technologies Company Corp.
JD Fulwiler & Company
13 Rockland Flooring 70 Witzco Trailers, Inc. 35
Insurance
JOST International 57 Shur-Co, LLC 64 ZF 62
Karmak Inc. 24 Sidump'r Trailer Co. 45
19TRAVEL & HOUSING
M A K I N G A R E S E R VAT I O N drive from Seattle to Vancouver, Canada may allow you to bypass
pandemic-related hassles associated with air travel. Check
AT FA I R M O N T C H ÂT E A U www.ntda.org for travel updates and entry rules relative to Canada.
WHISTLER YVR Skylynx operates a frequent Whistler bus shuttle (1-888-
403-4727) daily direct to and from YVR Vancouver Airport along
To book your hotel accommodations at the Fairmont Chateau the sea to sky corridor. From YVR, express buses serve
Whistler for the 31st Annual NTDA Convention, Oct. 6–8, 2021, Squamish, Creekside Village and Whistler Gateway (outside
please use the following link: https://book.passkey.com/ of Whistler Tourist Centre).
go/1021NTDA002. Attendees will be able to make reservations
three days prior and three days after the group dates at the Airport transfers, car rentals, shuttles, and helicopter transfers
contracted group rates. are just some of the ways to travel the Sea-to-Sky Highway from
Vancouver to Whistler.
Attendees may also call the Fairmont’s Reservations Department
at 1-800-606-8244 to make reservations. Callers should
identify themselves as being part of the “NTDA’s 2021 Annual WILL CANADA REQUIRE
Convention,” or use group code “1021NTDA_002” in order to
receive the group rates. C O V I D -19 VA C C I N AT I O N S F O R
ENTRY?
Reservations at the Fairmont must be made no later than Sept.
14, 2021. However, please note that the room block tends to sell
The answer is most likely, “Yes.” According to the Canadian Health
out, so it is recommended that you make reservations as soon as
Minister Patty Hajdu, the Canadian government supports the idea
possible.
of a “vaccine passport.” Check www.ntda.org for updates regarding
Canadian entrance/travel requirements.
A one-night room deposit (excluding taxes) is required at time of
reservation payable via Visa, American Express or MasterCard to
the Fairmont. All reservations also require a valid credit card and A N OT E F RO M FA I R M O N T
picture identification at time of check in.
C H ÂT E A U W H I S T L E R
Check with the Fairmont reservationist regarding cancellation
policies and any applicable fees. As we welcome you to Fairmont Chateau Whistler, please be
assured that we are looking ahead, through and past the COVID-19
Room reservations are NOT included in your convention pandemic, to ensure that our valued guests, colleagues, and
registration and must be made directly through the Fairmont via members will always be looked after with the highest degree of
the link provided on your registration confirmation email. safety, care, and comfort.
Sponsorship does not provide you with a room reservation and it PA R K I N G R AT E S
does not guarantee you a certain room type at the Fairmont.
Parking is $37 (CAD) per night for self-parking or $45 (CAD) per
The NTDA staff is NOT responsible for attendee room reservations night for valet parking.
nor cancellations. You are responsible for your own Convention
registration(s), timely payment thereof, hotel reservations, air and
ground transportation, and other travel/housing arrangements.
R E G I S T R AT I O N & B A D G E
TRAVEL POLICIES
Dealer Registrant: An employee of an NTDA Dealer or Dealer
Accessing Whistler from anywhere in the world is simple
Branch Member company.
with multiple international airports and direct airport
transfers. Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the closest
Allied Registrant: An employee of an NTDA Allied Member
international airport to Whistler, located 83 miles south of Whistler
company.
in BC, Canada. The drive to Whistler takes you along Highway 99,
one of the most scenic routes in the world, also known as the
Dealer/Allied Registration Includes: Welcome Lounge, General
Sea to Sky Highway. Along the way, you will drive along ocean,
Session & Keynote Presentation, Concurrent Sessions, Welcome
mountains, forests, trails, waterfalls, lakes, and much more! You may
Reception, Thursday Breakfast, Coffee Break, Exhibition &
spot wildlife from eagle to elk. Vancouver International is serviced
Luncheon, and Cocktail Reception and Awards Dinner). Optional
by a wide range of commercial international and Canadian airlines.
activities and golf tournament are NOT included and require an
additional fee to participate. Please note all exhibitor personnel
20 Attendees can also fly into Seattle-Tacoma International
must register (registration is not included with tabletop purchase).
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Spouse/Guest Registrant: A spouse or guest is a family member Golf: Golf is NOT included with Convention registration and
or significant other whose primary purpose in attending the requires an additional fee. Pre-registration is required for golf.
Convention is to accompany a Dealer or Allied Registrant. Co- No registrations for golf will be accepted after Sept. 3, 2021.
workers or associates within the industry DO NOT qualify for Golf foursomes are not guaranteed. Golf is limited to 120 total
Spouse/Guest registration and should complete an individual/ participants in 2021. Golf tournament registrations will be accepted
additional Dealer or Allied Registration. on a first-come, first-served basis.
If your spouse and/or guest(s) is traveling to the Convention Payment: Credit card payment is preferred for registrations.
with you, we encourage you to register him or her. Spouse/Guest However, if paying by check, payments are due within 30 days
registration includes: Welcome Lounge; Welcome Reception; of invoice. All registrations must be prepaid no later than
Thursday Breakfast; Exhibition & Luncheon, Cocktail Reception & Sept. 3, 2021. No Payment = No Badge/No Entry.
Awards Dinner. Spouse/Guest registrants are also invited to attend
educational sessions if interested. There is a Whistler Wine Tasting No Badge = No Admission: Individuals who are not registered or
on Thursday, Oct. 7 that is limited to 50 total Registered Spouses/ who do not have a badge will not be permitted to attend ANY of the
Guests. There is no fee to participate in the wine tasting. conference programs, participate in receptions, meals, or other social
events, nor have access to the Exhibit Hall. This policy will be strictly
Dealer & Allied Packages: The NTDA offers a Dealer Package and enforced for the safety and security of our registered attendees. Your
an Allied Package that includes one Dealer or Allied Registrant cooperation is greatly appreciated.
plus one spouse/guest at a discounted rate. Additional registrants
or guests may register individually using a different payment Exhibitor Registration: All exhibitor personnel must register
method if so desired (e.g., a check or different credit/debit card (registration is NOT included with display purchase).
than a Dealer or Allied attendee). If paying with a different form
of payment, please register your spouse/guest separately, contact Sponsor Registration: Sponsors must also register. If registration
the NTDA at 1-800-800-4552, or e-mail accounting@ntda.org. is included in your company’s sponsorship package, call the NTDA
at 1-800-800-4552, or e-mail gwen@ntda.org to register your
Child Under 17: There is no charge for children 17 and under, but personnel.
they require a badge. Additional fees apply for golf.
Drawing Winners: If you won a drawing in 2019 that includes
For safety and security, badges are required by the NTDA registration, golf or an optional tour, call the NTDA at
to attend any Convention function. Other safety protocols (810) 229-5960, or e-mail gwen@ntda.org to register.
may be required by the hotel or by Whistler officials and/or
the Canadian government. All safety protocols will be made
known to you in advance of and during the Convention.
We kindly ask that all registrants adhere to any mandated
protocols.
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Cancellation Policy: Substitutions allowable. Convention registration
cancellations, including golf and/or optional activities, must be received in
writing by Sept. 3, 2021 to qualify for a 100% refund. Convention registration
cancellations, including golf and/or optional activities, received in writing
between Sept. 4, 2021 and Sept. 18, 2021 qualify for a 50% refund. Please
note that your bank may take 3–7 days to process a credit card refund once issued
by the NTDA. Convention registration cancellations, including golf and/or
optional activities, received Sept. 18, 2021 and after are not eligible for a
refund. See second page of printed Registration Form for Event Cancellation,
Registrant Hold Harmless & Indemnification. Signature Required. This
information is also available at http://ntda.org/convention/register/.
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CONTAC T REGISTER
National Trailer Dealers 0 1 HTTP://NTDA.ORG/CONVENTION/REGISTER/
Association
9864 E. Grand River Ave.,
Ste. 110-290 0 2 USE ENCLOSED FORM
Brighton, MI 48116
0 3 CALL 1-800-800-4552 (U.S.) OR
Toll-Free: 1-800-800-4552 (810) 229-5960 TO REGISTER
Direct Dial: (810) 229-5960
Email: Registration@ntda.org
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