So after the last couple conferences I have blogged a recap, highlighting tips shared with me, or ones I have learned though personal experience.  Because a number of people have commented on these tips, I have decided to make a master list of what I have learned from my conference adventures. First, let me say it was 18 months ago that I attended my first automotive conference with Digital Dealer 8. I was in Business Development at CarSoup.com, primarily working with Minnesota dealers, had about 250 Facebook friends and didn’t participate in any other social media networks. In the year since, I have attended half a dozen more conferences, have more than 3,600 Facebook friends and operate an entire social media syndication. I now blog, post, tweet, skype and consult regarding digital automotive technologies.  I’ll also be hosting the first ever Ignite Dealer Summit on in Minneapolis on September 7th. There’s a lot of power and value in conferenc...

    Digital Dealer 10 from the world of April Rain April 18-21, 2011       So, let me start by saying it was a year ago that I had attended my first Digital Dealer. I was in Business Development at CarSoup, primarily worked with Minnesota dealers, and had about 250 Facebook Friends. I started my automotive networking at Digital Dealer 8, then continued at Digital Dealer 9. In the year since, I have been promoted to Digital Development and trainer with CarSoup's sister company, Cuneo Advertising. I now have more than 3,500 Facebook friends. I write, blog, do newsletters on digital automotive technology and I'm facilitating training sessions and summits for local Midwest dealers. That's the power of networking, and utilizing your resources to create professional momentum. You can get as much or as little as you put into something. Here is another conference from the world of April Rain… DAY ONE Monday morning I wake up ...