The 2008 Florida Motorcycle Dealers Association Industry Summit was a resounding success and was very informative for all that attended.  The FMDA decided it was so beneficial that we are have posted the PowerPoint presentations from the event for those that weren’t there, or even those that were there because hearing all the great information from the meeting just once is definitely not enough.

We have split up the audio into the different sessions to make it more convenient for you.  Again even if you were there, you really need to go back and take another look.  And if you are one of the unlucky few that didn’t attend, we recommend you TAKE NOTES, these sessions are jam packed with information you NEED and you should take advantage of this great opportunity.

Session 1:
Introduction to the Motorcycle Safety Coalition
Al Roop, University of North Florida
Trenda McPherson, Dept. of Transportation Safety Office

This presentation is dedicated to getting you familiar with the Motorcycle Safety Coalition recently formed through the Dept. of Transportation. The coalition is represented by dealers, rider groups, insurance companies, trauma centers and other organizations affiliated with the motorcycle industry. Al and Trenda will share the coalition’s strategic plan, mission, goals and objectives and how the formation of this group will benefit you and your dealership.

Session 2:
Current Legal Issues
John Forehand, Lewis, Longman & Walker, P.A.
Louis Young and John Parziale, Mironov, Sloan & Parziale, CPA's

John Forehand represents motor vehicle dealers in disputes with manufacturers and regulatory agencies, relative to new dealership additions, relocation of existing dealerships, dealership terminations, dealership transfers, and vehicle allocation.  Knowing your legal rights as a motorcycle dealer is important for every dealer. In this portion of the Summit you will more about what your rights are under Florida laws.  John is joined by Lou Young and John Parziale from the accounting and consulting firm of Mironov, Sloan, and Parziale, LLC.

Session 3:
Working with the Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles
Boyd Walden, Assistant Bureau Chief, Bureaus of Titles and Registrations

This session will cover the perception of the relationship between the Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles and issues regarding dealer compliance.

Session 4:
State of the Industry Report - Simple Steps to Sell More Motorcycles in Today’s Economy
Sam Dantzler, President, Assurant Solutions

This session will cover how to make your dealership staff and training top notch, and how those that have committed to these simple steps have had steady sales this year and some doing even better compared to last year, even in the tough economy we face today.