HOUSTON, Texas — The National Alliance of Buy-Here, Pay-Here Dealers recently announced that it will hold its Fourth Annual Underwriting & Collections Conference at a new venue in Dallas on Nov. 7-9, 2010.

More than 500 people are expected to attend this three-day event, which will feature separate training tracks on both underwriting and collections.

Kenneth Shilson, CPA and founder of NABD, indicated that an outstanding group of speakers, sponsors and operators has been assembled for the show.

"Interest in the buy-here, pay-here industry has never been greater and now operators are entering the industry in record numbers. This conference focuses on the two most critical elements of BHPH operations," Shilson said.

"The program features role playing and other interactive training techniques to help attendees become more successful. The underwriting sessions will include advanced tips and techniques on underwriting, evaluating credit, contracting and closing the deal. The collections track will focus on organization, best policies and practices, and collecting payments legally and efficiently," Shilson stated.

"We have added several new speakers this year, including some of the nation's best operators and experts who will share their secrets for success. Attendees will learn from operators who are successful in the business and not just from consultants. All the important aspects of both underwriting and collections will be covered during the program." Shilson explained.

"In the current economic environment, you can't afford costly legal or regulatory mistakes," Shilson stated. "This year we will have an extensive Q&A session on the latest regulatory and compliance matters featuring nationally recognized attorneys like Tom Hudson. In addition, we will have an automotive bankruptcy expert explain how to handle bankruptcies and other special situations, including leasing. We have added several new sessions to this year's program based upon input from past attendees," Shilson stated.

The education sessions feature concurrent tracks and all presentations will include an operator's perspective. These sessions will cover subjects like payment devices, dealer management software, add-on products, portfolio analysis, benchmarks, monitoring collections and raising capital, predictive dialers, pay plans, leasing, credit evaluation and customer stipulations, bankruptcy and special situations.

"Attendees are encouraged to bring multiple attendees to participate in the concurrent sessions," Shilson explained.

The conference will be held in a new venue at the Hyatt Regency DFW Airport Hotel, to facilitate travel by attendees who live outside the Dallas area. NABD has arranged discounted $119 per night room rates, and the Sunday through Tuesday format minimizes the time attendees must be away from their respective operations. The program includes two receptions and a luncheon inside a large exhibit hall, which will facilitate networking. The sessions will conclude on Tuesday afternoon to facilitate return travel.

"The meeting facilities and rooms are perfect for this event," Shilson indicated.

This program is designed for those who are new to the business and those interested in improving their collection and underwriting systems and processes.

"This training will make you more successful, no matter how much time or how little BHPH experience you have," Shilson stated. "The expertise of our speakers and networking with successful operators will benefit everyone."

Those interested in registering or obtaining additional information may do so online at www.bhphinfo.com or by calling NABD headquarters at (713) 290-8171. Space is limited, so attendees and exhibitors who are interested in participating in this event are encouraged to respond immediately.