Join us as we catch the pulse of the auto recycling industry with Mike Kunkel, ARA Man of the Year, in a conversation that's as enlightening as it is electrifying. Mike opens up about his ascension in the auto recycling realm and how pivotal the URG conferences have been in steering his career trajectory. The upcoming URG conference in April is more than a mere meet-up; it's a historic convergence of URG and Team PRP, poised to revolutionize the industry. Mike emphasizes the dual benefit of these gatherings—enabling auto recycling professionals to arm themselves with knowledge, while also supporting the URG Education Foundation Scholarship Fund through generous donations like the one made by Profit Team Consulting for a day of robust training.
As we peel back the layers of the conference's agenda, I share my own epiphanies from our industry peer group meeting, where we zero in on strategies to boost growth profit and optimize expense management. The session promises to dissect the essentials of sales managing, threading the needle between individual leadership and collaborative sales efforts. The conversation takes a humorous twist with Rob Rainwater, who brings his trove of sales training wisdom to the panel discussions. We also tackle the technical side of the trade, focusing on system mastery and the art of online sales photography—key skills for curbing return rates and ensuring equal footing in the market through certification.
The curtain rises on the URG Team PRP 'We Are One' Conference, a manifestation of our industry's unity and ambition. I leave you with strategies to navigate the event landscape, ensuring every handshake, every exchange, every session adds a layer to your professional prowess. Reflecting on past moments, like the time I had the honor of introducing you at a Card-Part.com meeting, it becomes clear that these experiences are not just about showing up, but about showing out—armed with insights, ready to connect, and poised to advance not just our careers, but the entire industry. Don't miss out on the chance to join us in St. Louis, where the unveiling of Rich Tyler by Profit Team Consulting is just a slice of the excitement in store.