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After a long two and a half years since the last ABPA Meeting in Fort Lauderdale, ABPA Attendees converged to the Renaissance Hotel located in bustling downtown Nashville. Initially scheduled to be held in Spring 2021, this was a great opportunity for ABPA members to get together, have a great time and participate in an informative business Read more…


Ed Salamy, Executive Director, ABPA As we enter the final days before the ABPA Meeting in Nashville next week, I want to reach out for a few last moment reminders prior to the meeting. For those attending in person – We will have a smaller meeting as expected with many opting to join us virtually. With that Read more…


Planning on attending the ABPA convention in Nashville but have not yet registered? It is still not too late! For easy registration, visit the ABPA registration page today and reserve your spot! On-site registrations are also accepted at our ABPA registration desk. This is your opportunity to meet the major industry leaders all in one setting. With Read more…


With the ABPA Nashville Convention coming up fast in a rapidly changing COVID environment, we are excited to be offering a “Virtual Registration” option to attendees who are not able to join us in person. Those who participate virtually will have secure, live access to the Thursday 9/23 business session which is scheduled to run from 9AM-4PM Read more…


The ABPA and the Renaissance Nashville Hotel are committed to providing a comfortable and safe environment for our attendees. The hotel has been closely monitoring the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and World Health Organization statements regarding COVID-19 and is following the guidelines from these agencies and the local health departments on appropriate hygiene standards. Read more…


Believe it or not, the 2021 ABPA Convention is almost here! There is still time to register for the convention, but this is the LAST CALL to secure the ABPA rate at the host property, the Renaissance Nashville Hotel. Deadline is Friday, 8/27! For the special ABPA rate of $252, attendees will appreciate the convenient location of Read more…


During the ABPA Nashville Convention’s Thursday (9/23) afternoon business session, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in an informative seminar that will demonstrate the capabilities of the Partslink numbering system. Mark Shin of telemark software, Partslink administrator, will provide a user-friendly demonstration of the Partslink data which will showcase the benefits of a subscription and how Read more…


Ever think of becoming an ABPA Board member or know someone who may want to serve? Your opportunity is now! During the 2021 ABPA Convention in Nashville, we will be conducting Board elections during the late morning session on Thursday, 9/23. Should you choose to run, you will have the opportunity to address the membership on your Read more…


Each year, the ABPA relies on its sponsors to ensure that the convention is a success. While all sponsors are important, we would like to give special recognition to the Platinum Sponsors of the 2021 ABPA Convention in Nashville! CAPA/Intertek www.capacertified.org | www.intertek.com KSI Auto Parts www.ksiautoparts.com Partslink www.partslink.org TYC/Genera www.genera.com Sponsorships are still available! To be Read more…


During ABPA 2021 in Nashville, the ABPA is proud participate in the Nashville I-CAR Committee Topgolf event. Presented by Entegral and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, the event will directly benefit Nashville area high school and college collision programs. This is a great opportunity for attendees to network and have fun! The event begins at 12pm on Wednesday 9/22 with Read more…

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