It just turned March, but the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association already has June on its mind.

Registration is now open for the 2022 NIADA Convention and Expo, which is back in its traditional June dates.

And for the first time since 2019, the 76th edition of the convention returns to Las Vegas at the MGM Grand’s recently expanded and upgraded convention space for the event on tap for June 20-23.

NIADA highlighted that the convention experience starts with the most extensive education agenda available for independent dealers, with more than 60 workshops, panel discussions and education sessions covering everything from sales, marketing and service to digital retailing, compliance, staffing and much more.

The association also is planning quick-fire learning and hands-on demos in the service bay.

“Dealers of all sizes and business models will come away with actionable ideas, innovative strategies and proven techniques provided by the industry’s top minds and most successful independent dealers,” NIADA said in a news release.

NIADA also is planning the Finance Fair, which connects dealers looking for help finding financing for their customers or their business with the nation’s top lenders and capital providers to secure retail financing, floorplans, contract purchases or lines of credit.

The convention also includes special events, receptions, unmatched networking and awards recognizing the best in the business, capped by the presentation of the National Quality Dealer award — NIADA’s highest dealer honor.

“I can’t tell you how many tips and ideas I’ve been able to take away from the convention that I’m able to take back to the dealership and implement,” said Dan Johnson, owner and general manager of LiteHouse Auto in Lakewood, N.Y.

“Things that have saved money, things that have made money, policy changes that have made us operate more efficiently and smoothly,” Johnson added in the news release

NIADA said attendees can register by April 7 to get the early bird price of $595 for NIADA members and $795 for non-members. That’s $100 off the standard price and $200 off the cost to register on-site.

For more information or to register, visit niada.com/convention.