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2023 Sold Out Convention Boasts Largest Trade Show in History

By Meghan Ryan, NATM Assistant Director

The National Association of Trailer Manufacturers (NATM) has surpassed all historical booth sales records for the 2023 sold out show. Everything is bigger in Texas, including the exhibition hall with over 300 booths sold - up over 30% from last year. Suppliers are expanding their booth sizes to bring in exciting equipment for demonstrations and additional product lines. The NATM Convention & Trade Show is a one-stop-shop for trailer manufacturers and dealers, and 2023 will not disappoint.

As an industry hub, Texas is a popular location for NATM’s Convention & Trade Show, especially for drive-in attendees in the region. The last convention hosted in Fort Worth saw a record-breaking number of trailer manufacturers in attendance, and NATM is looking forward to welcoming Trailer Dealer Affiliates to the full show this year. The show is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever.

Register Early and Save!

Attendees can register online at www.NATM.com/convention. Onsite registration is available, but the earlier you register, the more you save! All ticket prices will increase $50 to register onsite. Save money and cut down on waiting time by registering at NATM.com. To register online, simply scan the QR code below, or visit www.natm.com.

Full registration for trailer manufacturers is $370 online. Trade Show Only registration is $160 for trailer manufacturers. The Association is excited to welcome back NATM Trailer Dealer Affiliates for FREE. Dealers that are not affiliates of NATM can attend for $350. Trailer manufacturer members and NATM Dealer Affiliates that haven’t previously attended the Convention & Trade Show are eligible for the New Attendee Promotion. The New Attendee Promotion provides two complimentary full convention registrations and two spouse registrations. For more information about applying for the New Attendee Promotion, contact Catie Rutkowksi at Catie.Rutkowski@natm.com.

Exhibiting suppliers will receive two complimentary booths per 10’x10’ booth purchased. Additional booth workers can be added for $185 or upgrade to a full registration for $210. Onsite registration in Fort Worth will increase $50 per ticket, so sign up early!

Tee-Off to Convention at Top Golf

Tee-Off Top Golf is back by popular demand! Sponsored by PPG and hosted at the Fort Worth Top Golf on Monday, Feb. 13, 2023, this networking opportunity brings together the membership for food, fun, and golf - no experience necessary! Kenda/ Americana Tire & Wheel Corporation will once again sponsor the $10,000 Hole-In-One competition, so start practicing now!

Top Golf tickets are available for $80 per person and includes transportation, two drinks, food, and Top Golf fun. NATM encourages everyone to register as soon as possible to guarantee a spot. This is typically a sold out event! Preregistration cut off is Jan. 10. Attendees can show up and register on Jan. 13, but it is first come, first served, and spaces are limited. Attendees will meet at the 12th Street Entrance of the Fort Worth Convention Center to check in and load buses 4:00-5:15 p.m. and buses will depart at 5:30 p.m.

Hotel Information

The Sheraton Fort Worth Downtown Hotel will host NATM’s largest room block for the 2023 NATM Convention & Trade Show.

NATM recommends booking hotels prior to Jan. 10, 2023, to ensure the room block rate.

Sheraton Fort Worth Downtown Hotel

1701 Commerce St. Fort Worth, TX 76102 $169 per night

Additionally, NATM will have smaller room blocks available at the following hotels:

Hilton Fort Worth

815 Main St. Fort Worth, TX 76102 $204 per night

Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Worth Downtown Convention Center

1010 Houston St. Fort Worth, TX 76102 $209 per night

Mobile App and Lead Retrieval

Lead retrieval is easier than ever for NATM Convention & Trade Show attendees! Attendees’ contact information can be found on the official NATM Events app—featured wherever apps are sold. Official NATM attendees get exclusive access to the list of attendees housed on the app. Simply open the attendee list on the NATM Events app and either scroll to or search for the business contact you’re looking for. From there, contact information can be added directly to your phone by pressing and holding on the attendee’s listed information. Additionally, attendees can call or email contacts within the app by tapping on the preferred contact method.

For the latest convention news and updates, visit www. NATM.com or find NATM on Facebook. Never miss an event at the NATM Convention & Trade Show when you use the NATM Mobile App sponsored by H-I-S Industrial Coatings! Setup alarms, notifications, notes, and more all on your smartphone or tablet. Download the NATM Mobile App via the App Store or Google Play.

For more information, contact Catie Rutkowksi at Catie. Rutkowski@natm.com or call (785) 272-4433. ■