The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA) is pleased to announce that registrations for the 2025 AADA Convention & Expo will open on Monday 17 March 2025.
This premier event, set to take place on Tuesday 22 and Wednesday 23 July 2025, at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC), will bring together leading minds and innovators in the automotive industry.
As the retail automotive sector undergoes significant transformation, dealerships must evolve their business models to remain profitable and meet changing consumer demands. Under the theme ‘Changing Lanes’, the 2025 AADA Convention & Expo will explore how emerging technologies – such as artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced digital solutions – can enhance operational efficiency and create smarter consumer experiences, including integrated finance and insurance (F&I) solutions.
Attendees can look forward to a dealer-focused business programme, featuring renowned industry leaders, thought-provoking panel discussions, and cutting-edge presentations.
Event Highlights
Tuesday 22 July 2025
AADA Auto-IT Opening Breakfast – Featuring a keynote address from The Hon. Julia Gillard AC, 27th Prime Minister of Australia and Chair of the Global Institute for Women’s Leadership.
This will be followed by a compelling panel discussion, ‘Driving Change: The Strategic Advantage of Women in Automotive’, moderated by Rachel Reed Butler of Women in Automotive, with insights from top industry professionals.
AADA Sovereign Insurance General Session – Internationally respected automotive consultant Glenn Mercer will present his updated study, ‘The Dealership of Tomorrow – A Global Perspective’, offering dealers a unique outlook on the evolving global retail automotive landscape.
AADA Cox Automotive Keynote Session – A keynote interview with 2025 NADA Chairman, Tom Castriota, followed by an essential panel discussion, ‘Navigating Change: The Top 5 Policy Issues Impacting Dealers’, moderated by AADA CEO James Voortman.
Wednesday 23 July 2025
AADA youX Special Presentation – A must-attend panel discussion, ‘Embracing Change – AI, Automation & The Future of Automotive Retail’, featuring leading Australian dealer Wade von Bibra as moderator. This session will explore how AI and new technologies are reshaping the automotive retail experience.
AADA Expo & Live Stage – With over 70 exhibitors, this year’s AADA Expo will introduce a new Live Stage, showcasing cutting-edge products, services, and technologies that can help dealers drive efficiency and growth.
AADA Workshop Program – Over the coming weeks, further announcements will be made about key speakers and the AADA Workshop Program, which will feature 20 dealership focused sessions across the two-day event.
Registrations open Monday 17 March 2025, with early bird rates available until Wednesday 21 May 2025. Group booking options are also available.
Secure your place today – visit aadaconvention.com.au for more details and to register.
