Wednesday, September 18

10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
IWFA Accreditation Courses
These review courses are followed by testing for the basic solar control accreditation, safety/security accreditation, automotive accreditation and advanced solar control accreditation. Registration for the accreditation testing is required; information on each course and timing will be available in the coming weeks. Contact the IWFA to register for the accreditation courses and fees that apply.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER
2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
ADAPT: Overcoming Adversity
Presented by: Jim Abbott, professional baseball player and motivational speaker
Jim Abbott will deliver his keynote address on how to overcome obstacles and challenges. Born September 19, 1967, in Flint, Mich., without a right hand, Abbott was an All-America hurler at Michigan, won the Sullivan Award in 1987, was the pitcher for the Gold Medal Olympic Team in 1988 and threw a 4-0 no-hitter for the New York Yankees versus Cleveland (September 4, 1993). Abbott played for 10 seasons on four different teams and ended his big league playing career in 1999.

4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
International Window Film Conference and Tint-Off™ Exhibition/Extravaganza Opens

SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE
4:45 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Meet and Greet with NASCAR Driver Greg Biffle
The International Window Film Conference and Tint-Off™ and Auto Glass Week™ kicks off with celebrated racecar driver, Greg Biffle, greeting attendees and signing autographs. Biffle drives car #16, sponsored by 3M, and has placed first in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, among many other accolades.
Appearance Courtesy of 3M

6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
Vehicle Wrap Demonstration on the Show Floor
Vehicle wraps are a great and cost-efficient advertising method for both your business and your customers. See a car go from a blank canvas to a colorful mobile billboard in this high-quality, step-by-step demo.

Thursday, September 19

7:45 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
Welcome and Opening Session
Presented by: John Parker, President, International Window Film Association (IWFA) & Debra Levy, Publisher, Window Film magazine™
Let us welcome you as we kick-off the International Window Film Conference and Tint-Off™ 2013! Hear from John and Debra and their goals for the 2013 event and what each co-sponsor is currently doing for the betterment of the industry.

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Tips to Manage Your Business Effectively
Presented by: Jim Freeman, President, Tint America Window Films and Paul Tauchar, Owner, Solar Control of Jackson
The best business practices often include proper management techniques, hard financial decisions, planning and proper execution of sales and marketing. Learn the top tips every business owner or manager should know to grow your business, plan ahead and prepare for new challenges that every growing business faces in an ever-changing world.

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
How to Effectively Transition and Build On to Your Business
Presented by: Luc Goemaere, Business Segment Manager, Architectural – Americas, Solar Gard®
This is a great session for those who want to expand their current business in the film industry. Learn how to successfully transition from automotive window film to architectural glass film and add complimentary products such as Paint Protective Film (PPF) to your product offerings. Increase your professionalism in the business and be seen as the expert in the industry.

9:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Customer Focused Marketing
Presented by: Linda Irwin, Founder, SeeComm Group, Inc.
What is the marketing secret that helps you promote your business more effectively? How do you determine which marketing activities you should do? How do you build a promotion plan or budget that delivers return on investment? This workshop helps you answer these questions and more!

KEYNOTE SPEAKER
11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Last Man Down: A Survival Story
Presented by: Richard Picciotto, FDNY Chief
The highest ranking firefighter to survive the World Trade Center collapse and the last fireman to escape the devastation, Richard “Pitch” Picciotto was on a stairwell between the sixth and seventh floors of the North Tower when it collapsed on September 11, 2001. An FDNY battalion commander, his is the harrowing true story of an American hero, a man who thought of nothing of himself and gave nearly everything for others during one of our nation’s darkest hours. Picciotto tells an outspoken account of that indelible day, shaking and inspiring audiences to the core.

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Improve Productivity and Reduce Costs with New Plotter/Software Technology
Presented by: Logan Bryant, Manager, Marketing Technical Services Americas – Solutia Inc., a subsidiary of Eastman Chemical Company
Do you want to increase productivity or grow your business? This session will provide knowledge and expertise that cover the use of a plotter, along with the latest software technology, to increase your overall organization and productivity, and this can also facilitate growing your business.

 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Best Practices for Installations and the Best Tools for the Job
Presented by: Ron Jones, SE Regional Manager, HanitaTek
This session will unveil the key methods and techniques for automotive and flat glass installations. Learn how to produce top-notch results with the right tools and the right information.

2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Maximize Profits!
Presented by: Joanne Schultz, President, TintPro
Find out how mobile estimating tools can revolutionize your window film business! Streamline your operations; reduce costs, increase productivity and profits. Today’s web based management software can offer: mobile estimating, inventory management, smart scheduling, film usage optimizing, ePurchasing, eBilling, job costing, payroll, business tracking and CRM. Address both the day-to-day functions and the broader planning capabilities necessary to operate a successful business in today’s competitive environment.

4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Paint Protection Film Demonstration on the Show Floor
Presented by: Jake Culver, 3M Company
Help protect your customers’ vehicles paint finish from harsh conditions that damage it. See a live paint protection film (PPF) demonstration and get information on a wide variety of installation techniques.

Friday, September 20

7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.
Dealer Roundtables for Automotive Glass
Dealer Roundtables for Architectural Glass
No one understands your issues better than another dealer, and the best ones will be here, discussing their personal experiences. Connect with fellow dealers and discuss the challenges in these two separate sessions, one for automotive and one for architectural. Choose the topics that appeal to you the most, then come share your stories, listen and learn from successful dealers just like you.

9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
How to Optimize Your Website and Related Technologies
Presented by: Cody Flanagan, President, iRazor Strategies
Maintaining a website that appeals to search engines can be an uphill battle, but it’s critical if you want your website to generate constant traffic. You will learn how to develop web content related to the glass industry that caters to both search engines and website visitors. This session will outline some basic website optimization tricks you can use to make your site more appealing to search engines, along with other related tools.

9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Installation Techniques for Architectural Glass and Safety/Security Films
Presented by: Tom Niziolek, Director, Sales Development, Architectural, Madico Window Films
This session will review installation techniques related to safety and security film products and how you can gain a better understanding of specific tools for the flat glass market. There will also be a review of installation techniques that are specific for flat glass, to help you improve productivity.

12:30 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Paint Protection Film Demonstration on the Show Floor
Presented by: Dan McPhail, Premium Shield
Help protect your customers’ vehicles paint finish from harsh conditions that damage it. See a live paint protection film (PPF) demonstration and get information on a wide variety of installation techniques.