NTP-STAG’s 2024 Expo Kicks Off in Kissimmee, Florida – RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News
KISSIMMEE, Fla. – Highlighted an opening presentation by Sterling Hawkins, founder of the #NoMatterWhat movement, NTP-STAG’s two-day Expo 2024, presented by Airxcel, kicked off today at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center.
Produced by NTP-STAG, the leading distribution company in the RV aftermarket, the Expo has become one of the can’t-miss annual trade shows for the RV industry. In addition, this year’s EXPO marks the inaugural collaboration with SeaWide Distribution, introducing prominent marine suppliers alongside the RV industry’s premier product manufacturers.
Besides this morning’s keynote address, today’s agenda includes PRO (Professional Retail Organization) educational speakers, coupled with supplier product seminars and an opening reception preview of the show floor.
In his keynote presentation, Hawkins challenged the several hundred dealer personnel and NTP-STAG staff and management to “hunt discomfort” – which happens to be the title of his best-selling book – because it’s when we’re uncomfortable and uncertain that we can realize our full potential.
“We have to cultivate this belief that no matter what happens next, we’ll be able to figure it out,” Hawkins said.
Prior to Hawkins’ presentation, NTP-STAG President Bill Rogers welcomed attendees and laid out an aggressive, yet promising, schedule of events for the two-day Expo.
“With an extensive program featuring entertainment, product education and information combined with these insightful, featured discussions, Expo provides a comprehensive platform for attendees to gain valuable knowledge, foster industry connections and immerse themselves in an environment tailored for success,” Rogers said.
The second day of Expo will be highlighted by basketball legend Bill Walton delivering the keynote address, sponsored by Carefree of Colorado. Walton, celebrated for his success on the hardwood with the Portland Trail Blazers and Boston Celtics, will share leadership and teamwork lessons rooted in principles that extend beyond the basketball court. Following his talk, Walton will then be available to meet with attendees in the Carefree of Colorado booth.
Throughout the day, NTP-STAG and SeaWide customers from across North America will then be engaging on the show floor, interacting with exhibits from selected leading industry manufacturers, culminating in a special reception.
Closing the curtains on this year’s show will be American Idol Winner Noah Thompson, sponsored by Dometic, as the featured entertainment.
