MEA Announces Enhanced Schedule, New Exhibitors, and Increased Attendance for KnowledgeFest Dallas
North Andover, MA – September 5, 2024 – Mobile Electronics Association is pleased to announce an important update to the show floor schedule for the upcoming KnowledgeFest Dallas event. In response to feedback and to optimize the overall experience for both exhibitors and attendees, we have revised the schedule to enhance exhibit floor traffic and streamline event operations.
Starting this year, we will be implementing the following changes:
- -- Additional Exhibit Floor Time: We are extending the exhibit floor schedule on Friday to include more opportunities for engagement, including an extended "Beer and Biz" networking session.
- -- Sunday Schedule Adjustment: The 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM exhibit period on Sunday has been removed. This adjustment will allow attendees to focus on the education workshops.
Sony and MSC America where recently added to the exhibitor lineup which already includes brands The 12V Dashboard, Audiofrog, Audiopipe, BackRack, Bak, CompuStar, DB Drive, Directed, DOW Technologies, Dynamat, Epsilon, Fahrenheit, Firstech, Go Rhino, Grom Audio, Harman, Havoc, Husky, iDatalink Maestro, Infinity, InstallerNet, Intoxalock, JBL, Kicker Maestro, Momento, NFab, Peel 3d, Power Acoustic, PrecisionPower, Major League FAB, MotoTV, RealTruck, RuggedRidge, SiriusXM, Snap Finance, Soundstream, Stetsom, Suono Audio, Trulli, Truxedo, Undercover, Wattstar, and Voxx.
"We are excited about hosting another successful Dallas event with early registration retailer attendance trending 20% more than last year" said Chris Cook, President of Mobile Electronics Association. “with the addition of Truck Tech Expo sponsored by RealTruck and its category specific education, we anticipate a highly engaging and productive event."
Registered retailer attendees will have the unique opportunity to invite a limited number of enthusiast customers for an escorted tour of the show floor exhibits on Saturday afternoon. This initiative aims to provide dealers with a valuable chance to showcase their authorized brands and foster key customer relationships.
About the Mobile Electronics Association
Mobile Electronics Association (MEA) is a trade association comprised of installing dealers and product vendors dedicated to serving the needs of the mobile electronics specialist industry. MEA owns and produces KnowledgeFest, regional trade-only industry events that combine educational programming and vendor training with a trade show floor. MEA owns and publishes the monthly Mobile Electronics® magazine, which is the industry’s #1 resource, as well as other digital media, including websites and the industry’s e-newsletter Hotwire. MEA provides software and data-driven services to vendors and retailers. Learn more at mobile-electronics.com
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North Andover, MA (July 23, 2024) – The truck accessory industry is set for a groundbreaking event this fall as Truck Tech Expo debuts alongside KnowledgeFest at the Hilton Anatole Dallas from September 20-22, 2024. Organized by the Mobile Electronics Association, this innovative event marks the first of its kind to merge a trade exhibition with consumer access, alongside a robust educational program.
Truck Tech Expo will showcase over 30 vehicles featuring top brand exhibitions, highlighting the latest in truck technologies and accessories. Sponsored by RealTruck, the leading truck accessory manufacturer in the country, will prominently display products from Amp Research, AVS, Backrack, BAK, Bedrug, Bushwaker, extang, Go Rhino, Havoc, Husky, N-Fab, Retrax, Rugged Ridge, Superlift, Truxedo and Undercover.
"We are thrilled to introduce Truck Tech Expo to the industry," said Chris Cook, President of the Mobile Electronics Association. "This event fills a critical gap by providing both trade professionals and enthusiasts with unparalleled access to cutting-edge products and extensive educational opportunities."
Trade attendees can delve into more than 100 hours of education across three specialized tracks: Owner/Manager, Sales/Marketing, and Installer/Fabrication. This educational component aims to empower industry professionals with the latest insights and skills essential for business growth and customer satisfaction.
On Sunday, September 22, 2024, Truck Tech Expo will open its doors to enthusiasts invited by Dallas area retailers, offering them a unique opportunity to explore and interact with industry experts and innovators.
Philip Lindsley, from Titan Motoring in Nashville, TN, expressed enthusiasm about the event: “Our business has grown significantly by catering to our customers who turn to us as the technology experts to provide everything for their vehicles, most of which happen to be trucks."
In addition to RealTruck, the expo will feature technology exhibitors including 12VoltDashboard, Audiofrog USA, Audiomobile, Audiopipe, Compustar, DB Drive, Directed, DOW Technologies, Dynamat, GROM Audio, Infinity, InstallerNet, JBL, Kicker, Maestro, Momento, Musway, Peel 3D, PrecisionPower, Major League Fab, ShopMonkey, SiriusXM, SNAP Finance, Stetsom Electronics, TermPro, Trulli Audio, Voxx Electronics, Wattstar, and Wet Sounds.
For more information on exhibiting, sponsoring, or attending Truck Tech Expo, visit TruckTechExpo.com.
About the Mobile Electronics Association: Mobile Electronics Association (MEA) is a trade association comprised of installing dealers and product vendors dedicated to serving the needs of the mobile electronics specialist industry. MEA produces KnowledgeFest, trade-only industry events that combine educational programming and vendor training with a trade show floor. MEA publishes the monthly Mobile Electronics® magazine, which is the industry’s #1 resource, as well as other digital media, including websites and the industry’s e-newsletter Hotwire. Learn more at mobile-electronics.com.
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