Tagliapietra’s presentation will take place on Monday, Nov. 4, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Upper North Hall N237.

“The business environment is changing for independent collision repairers,” said Taglipietra. “Insurers continue to reduce direct repair program (DRP) infrastructure and rely more on MSOs and other auto claims processing methods. Many independent repair shops are finding that DRPs are no longer obtainable.”

During his session, Tagliapietra will explain how independent repair shops can stay formidable with these paradigm shifts. He will also provide insight into what independent repairers must consider to remain viable in their local markets.

“Repairers can no longer rely on word-of-mouth or long-standing advertising methods to attract new customers,” he said. “It’s going to be critical for shop owners and managers to step out of their comfort zone.”

For more information about this session and to register, visit https://bit.ly/2Bp6eTb.