As we head into a busy and exciting season for the industry, WANADA is pleased to highlight three upcoming events designed to inform, connect, and engage our dealer and kindred-line members. From exclusive networking at the Washington, DC Auto Show to educational programming and national-level association collaboration, we encourage members to take advantage of these opportunities.
WANADA Member Reception @ The Washington, DC Auto Show
WANADA’s dealer and kindred-line members are invited to attend the annual Member Reception at the Washington, DC Auto Show, taking place on Thursday, January 22, 2026, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.
The reception will be held during the Auto Show’s Sneak Peek, which begins at 5:00 p.m. and offers attendees an exclusive opportunity to experience the show floor before it opens to the general public the following day. The Member Reception provides a relaxed setting for colleagues to reconnect, meet new industry partners, and enjoy the Auto Show in a members-only environment. The reception is generously sponsored by BG Crovato Products & Services and the Kirvan, Pierce, Sweeney Group.
Earlier that same day, members are also encouraged to participate in Public Policy Day, scheduled from 12:00–5:00 p.m. at the Convention Center. Public Policy Day brings together policymakers, regulators, and industry leaders for timely discussions on issues impacting automotive retail. Members may RSVP for Public Policy Day and avoid the $25 registration fee by emailing Joe Koch at jk@wanada.org. Additional details about Public Policy Day are available here.
Registration information for the Member Reception, along with additional details, will be distributed via email in the coming weeks.
Tag & Title Seminar at the Washington, DC Auto Show
The annual Tag & Title Seminar returns to the Washington, DC Auto Show next month, presented in partnership with the National Independent Vehicle Titling Agents (NIVTA). This highly regarded program is designed to facilitate direct interaction between tag & title agents and staff from regional motor vehicle agencies.
This year’s seminar will feature confirmed participation from Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia, along with first-time participant Delaware DMV, expanding the scope and value of the program for attendees. The event provides a unique forum to discuss procedures, compliance issues, and best practices directly with agency representatives.
Current sponsors include Solera Vehicle Solutions, AutoData Direct, and The Chesapeake Bay Trust. Registration is now open, and full details are available on the event flyer, which members may also download from the WANADA website. Kindred-line members interested in sponsorship opportunities may contact Beth Caro at beth@nivta.org.
Tri-Association Reception at the NADA Show
WANADA will once again join with our sister associations, the Maryland Automobile Dealers Association (MADA) and the Virginia Automobile Dealers Association (VADA), to host a Tri-Association Reception during the NADA Show in Las Vegas.
The reception will be held on February 5, 2025, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. in the Pomerol Room at The Wynn. This is a casual, come-and-go event and a popular opportunity for Mid-Atlantic dealers and partners to gather while attending NADA.
The event is generously sponsored by Amazon Autos, Armatus Dealer Uplift, CBM, TrueCar, Cox Automotive, JM&A, Penney Design Group, Accumatic, Truist, Rifkin Weiner Livingston, Performance Brokerage Services, and Reynolds & Reynolds. Members may register in advance using the event registration link here.
For questions about any of these events, or to ensure you are receiving WANADA event communications, please contact the WANADA office. We look forward to seeing you in the weeks ahead.
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