Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW), North America’s largest gathering of the independent heavy-duty aftermarket industry, announced Tuesday that Daymond John of Shark Tank will deliver a motivating keynote presentation at January’s 2020 event at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Grapevine, Texas.
In addition to his role on Shark Tank, John is widely recognized for his accomplishments as an entrepreneur and branding expert following the success of his groundbreaking lifestyle brand, FUBU . He was named a Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship under the Obama Administration and is a two-time New York Times Best Selling Author, most recently for his book Rise and Grind. HDAW organizers say John remains committed to helping aspiring entrepreneurs, which landed him the affectionate nickname of “The People’s Shark.”
In recognition of his impact in the entrepreneurial space, John has been bestowed the NAACP Entrepreneurs of the Year Award, the Congressional Achievement Award for Entrepreneurship and more.
With his strong expertise in marketing strategies and brand-building, John will provide HDAW attendees with key insights required to succeed in the industry’s ever-evolving landscape.
“HDAW is uniquely positioned to provide the heavy duty aftermarket industry with the solutions, tools, and knowledge needed to stay ahead of the curve and succeed in this growing and evolving industry,” says Tim Bauer, vice president of Eaton Aftermarket North America and HDAW 20 supplier chair. “This year, HDAW is particularly honored to host Daymond John as our headlining keynote speaker. We cannot think of anyone more suited to speak to the importance of adapting your skills and planning for future success through growth-focused tactical marketing and creative branding strategies.”
HDAW organizers say education sessions planned for the 2020 event focus on customers, products, technology and the underlying trends of all three affecting distributor business in the next one to three years. A complete lineup of sessions will be announced in the coming months.
“HDAW provides the best opportunity for distributors to advance their skills and stay ahead of the curve with forward-looking education sessions from today’s most prominent business leaders and experts,” adds Sean Ryan, president and treasurer, Point Spring & Driveshaft and HDAW 20 distributor chair. “Independent heavy-duty distributors are truly entrepreneurs in their own right. Daymond John’s entrepreneurial brand-building expertise will present HDAW attendees with immediately actionable insights to pave their way to success.”
With 80 percent more space than previous years, the Gaylord Texan will host more than 2,500 heavy-duty aftermarket professionals for four days of education workshops and product training, including SOLD! (Service Opportunities & Learning Day), a two-day program designed for distributors with service and repair technicians.
The event will additionally feature a product expo with the latest and greatest heavy-duty aftermarket parts and services on display from key industry suppliers. Various networking opportunities, social activities and supplier and distributor One-on-One Meetings will give the industry quality opportunities to collaborate, connect and get business done, HDAW organizers say.
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