Pub. 9 2019 Issue 1

2 AUTOMOBILE DEALER NEWS ILLINOIS www.illinoisdealers.com IADA PRESIDENT’S Message | BY PETER J. SANDER O n behalf of the IADA Board of Directors and staff, I would like to thank all of our members for your partici- pation in association activities, monthly CVR seminars, and programs this past year. As we start 2019, we would like to encourage you now more than ever to continue your involvement in our legislative grassroots efforts, and your participation in CAR of Illinois, IADA’s statewide political action committee. We have an important legislative year ahead of us. IADA looks forward to hosting the 2019 Legislative Conference on Tuesday, May 7th. Please mark it on your calendars as we encourage all dealers throughout the state to attend if possible. The lunch meeting will take place in Springfield at the President Abraham Lincoln - Double Tree by Hilton Hotel followed by state visits at the Capitol, and an evening BBQ at the IADA offices. Please take the time to get to know your legislators and build a relationship with them. It really makes a difference when we need their support on industry issues. Plan to join us for our annual industry event, IADA-CATA Spring Conference, being held March 24-28 as we return to the newly renovated JW Marriott in Marco Island, Florida. The conference includes 4 nights lodging, Welcome Reception, Morning Breakfast, Industry Speakers, fabulous social events, and wonderful entertainment. Whether you’re in the mood to walk the beach, splash in the sparkling pools, play golf at two beautiful courses, shopping in nearbyNaples, or rejuvenation at the invigorating spa, this family resort has it all! For more information and registration, contactMeghanDavlin, msander@illinoisdealers. com, or check our website, www.illinoisdealers.com . Thank you for your support and involvement of IADA! I look forward to working with each of you throughout 2019. I would like to thank our Board of Directors and 2018 Officers for their dedicated support and leadership this past year: Chairman, Dan Roesch; Vice Chairman, Pat Manning; Treasurer, Mike Ettleson; and Secretary, Rick Yemm. The 2019 IADA Officers are Chairman, Pat Manning; Vice Chairman, Mike Ettleson; Treasurer, Rick Yemm; and Secretary, Curtis Pascarella.  Sincerely, Peter J. Sander IADA President Thanks for Your 2018 Participation, Legislative Efforts Will Be the Focus for 2019