Washington State Independent Auto Dealers Association presents
WID
CON
Washington's Independent Dealers Convention
Built for dealers who move the industry forward.
This isn't just an event. It's where things change.
Join hundreds of independent dealers, industry leaders, and partners from across Washington for a high-impact convention designed to elevate your business.
BUILT WITH INTENTION
Real conversations. Real solutions. WIDCON is a full, immersive experience designed for dealers who want more than surface-level conversation.
NETWORK
Connect with dealers, leaders, and partners who understand your business. Leave with relationships that help your business move forward.
LEARN
Gain practical insights to strengthen your operations and drive growth. We'll break down acquisition strategies, funding realities, and missed revenue.
GROW
Leave with ideas, strategies, and actionable solutions. This is a day built around movement, interaction, and honest dialogue about risk and exposure.
A FULL EXPERIENCE
Here is how the week unfolds. You're stepping into something intentional. Something connected. Something built to deliver real value across all three days.
Wednesday Evening
Hosted with Seattle Boat Co.
We begin on the water with a private Sunset Cruise. Reserved for Heritage Dealers — a peer-recognized group representing leadership, consistency, and long-term impact.
Thursday — The Core Experience
Intentionally designed to feel different.
Not long sessions. Not passive listening. This is a day built around movement, interaction, and real dialogue. Features live Q&A, panels across dealership sizes, honest discussions around risk, and 30+ industry partners present as resources—not just booths.
Legislative Luncheon
Hosted by Western Fidelity Insured Services. A curated, table-served lunch followed by a legislative session. Hear directly from legislators and agency voices — with pre-submitted questions to keep it focused and relevant.
Inventory & Profitability
Practical, direct, and immediately usable. We'll break down acquisition strategies, missed revenue opportunities, funding realities, and costly industry misconceptions.
Thursday Evening
Smoke & Cedar Experience
As the day winds down, we move upstairs. Manheim Seattle hosts an elevated mixer overlooking Mount Rainier — curated drinks, light fare, and real connection. (Stop by their booth during the day to secure access).
Hosted by CarMax
An intimate seated dinner reserved strictly for 20 Heritage Dealer Honorees — built for deeper, high-level conversation.
Friday
Dealer Auction Experience
We close the week with a hands-on auction experience. Real inventory. Real strategy. Real impact on your bottom line. Everything comes full circle here.
HERITAGE DEALERS
A small, invitation-based group recognized by peers for: LEADERSHIP • CONSISTENCY • INDUSTRY IMPACT
This isn't about size — it's about presence and respect. Know someone who belongs here? We'd genuinely love to hear from you.
* Event schedule and speakers are subject to change.
MUCKLESHOOT
CASINO RESORT
We've selected the Pacific Northwest's premier luxury resort to host WIDCON. Beyond the main convention floor, Muckleshoot offers the perfect backdrop for after-hours networking, vendor dinners, and world-class entertainment.
Hotel & Room Block
Thanks to our Founding Partner, McConkey Auction Group, we've secured suites at a reduced rate.
Mention code: WIDCON
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Join hundreds of independent dealers this August.
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