BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//MADA - Minnesota Automotive Dealers Association - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:MADA - Minnesota Automotive Dealers Association
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://mada.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for MADA - Minnesota Automotive Dealers Association
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Chicago
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20250309T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20251102T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20260308T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20261101T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20270314T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20271107T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20280312T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20281105T070000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T123858
CREATED:20260317T192653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T192653Z
UID:10000045-1776938400-1776943800@mada.org
SUMMARY:Marshall Workforce Development Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Workforce Challenges? Let’s Solve Them Together. \nMinnesota dealerships are facing real workforce challenges — recruiting\, training\, and retaining quality employees. MADA is gathering input directly from dealership owners and staff to better understand these issues and identify practical solutions. \nMADA staff will be traveling across Minnesota in April to host regional workforce development roundtables. These sessions will bring dealers together to discuss workforce challenges\, share ideas\, and explore solutions that save dealerships time and money. \nAt these meetings we will:\n-Share key insights from the workforce survey\n-Explore partnerships with high schools and technical colleges\n-Identify training or workforce resources dealers need \nThese are informal\, discussion-based meetings designed to hear directly from dealerships in your region.
URL:https://mada.org/event/marshall-workforce-development-roundtable/
LOCATION:AmericInn by Wyndham\, 1406 East Lyon St\, Marshall\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:member
ORGANIZER;CN="Trisha Hamm":MAILTO:trisha@mada.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261017
DTSTAMP:20260404T123858
CREATED:20250926T234820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T215032Z
UID:10000017-1792108800-1792195199@mada.org
SUMMARY:The Main Event — Annual Luncheon & Vendor Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The Main Event is MADA’s premier annual gathering of Minnesota’s franchised new car and truck dealers. Held each fall\, this high-energy luncheon brings together dealership owners\, principals\, and general managers for an afternoon of industry insights and networking. \nThe event features updates on key trends\, legislative issues\, and changes shaping the automotive retail landscape. Attendees enjoy a plated lunch\, presentations from industry leaders\, and the opportunity to connect with peers in a collaborative setting. \nFor Associate Members\, the event offers an exclusive sponsorship opportunity. Sponsorship puts your company in front of dealership decision makers\, with vendor showcase access and direct networking with owners\, principals\, and general managers — one of the best ways to build relationships and grow your presence in Minnesota’s automotive community.
URL:https://mada.org/event/the-main-event-annual-luncheon-vendor-showcase/
LOCATION:Radisson Blu\, Mall of America\, 2100 Killebrew Dr\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261029
DTSTAMP:20260404T123858
CREATED:20250926T234905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T140510Z
UID:10000018-1793145600-1793231999@mada.org
SUMMARY:Annual SPCC Pheasant Hunt
DESCRIPTION:The Service\, Parts & Collision Council (SPCC) Annual Pheasant Hunt is one of MADA’s most anticipated fall traditions. This unique event brings together Minnesota’s fixed operations professionals — service managers\, parts managers\, collision and body shop leaders\, and repair teams — for a day of camaraderie\, outdoor activity\, and industry connection. \nThe Pheasant Hunt isn’t just about sport — it’s about strengthening the Service\, Parts & Collision community\, supporting the next generation of technicians\, and celebrating the professionals who keep Minnesota’s dealerships running strong. Proceeds from the event directly support SPCC initiatives\, workforce development\, and training programs that advance the vehicle repair industry. \nFor Associate Members\, the Annual Pheasant Hunt offers an exclusive sponsorship opportunity — putting your company in front of fixed operations decision makers in a casual\, relationship-building environment. It’s the perfect way to connect with dealership leaders while supporting the future of the industry. \nDate of Event: Wednesday\, October 28\, 2026
URL:https://mada.org/event/annual-spcc-pheasant-hunt/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Annual Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270207
DTSTAMP:20260404T123858
CREATED:20260119T231737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T233845Z
UID:10000028-1801612800-1801958399@mada.org
SUMMARY:NADA 2026
DESCRIPTION:Heading to the NADA Conference in Las Vegas\, February 3 – 6? We’d love to connect. \nScott Lambert\, Alice Morse\, and Mike Olson will be attending and would enjoy meeting with Minnesota dealers and industry partners. If you’d like to schedule a time to meet\, please reach out—we hope to see you in Vegas!
URL:https://mada.org/event/nada-2026/
LOCATION:Las Vegas Convention Center\, W110\, West Building\, Las Vegas\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Events
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR