ARA's Event Planning Committee meets in closed session to conduct committee business.

This session focuses on emerging strategies, market trends, buyer engagement, and innovative solutions that are shaping the next generation of automotive remarketing across Canada. Attendees will have the opportunity to exchange ideas, strengthen partnerships, and align on opportunities that drive growth and long-term success.

Lisa Prestidge
Senior Remarketing Manager - Canada Element Fleet Management

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Lisa Prestidge

Lisa Prestidge is from a small town in Canada on the outskirts of Toronto and has spent more than three decades building a career in the automotive industry, with deep expertise in vehicle remarketing. She began her journey with GMAC/SmartAuction and later joined Element Fleet Management, where she has proudly contributed for the past 12 years. With over 25 years dedicated to the remarketing sector, Lisa brings a wealth of experience, industry knowledge, and genuine passion for the fast-paced, ever-evolving world of automotive. Though she once considered pursuing a different career path, the energy, relationships, and opportunities within the industry kept her firmly rooted in the work she loves. Outside of her professional life, Lisa is an avid traveler and enthusiastic foodie. Her greatest life accomplishment is raising a kind, successful son who proudly calls her mom.

ARA's Board of Directors plus Committee chairs / co-chairs meet in closed session to conduct ARA business.

ARA's CAR Certification Reception is open to all attendees.  Come celebrate recent CAR Certification achievements complete with a special appearance by GROW! 

Informal conversation & coffee with ARA leaders for first-time Summer Roundtable attendees. 

Emcee Joe Miller kicks off Summer Roundtable. 

ARA welcomes OPENLANE CEO Peter Kelly for a keynote fireside chat.  Moderated by ARA Executive Director Mark Coleman, attendees will learn about Peter's journey in wholesale automotive and gain insights into AI tools, predictive pricing, market trends and recommendations for consignors. 

ARA's Membership Committee celebrates 25 years as the voice of the consignor, complete with a short film and special guests.  The session is open to all attendees.

Don’t miss GROW’S  high-energy, interactive, laugh-out-loud panel, where different generations go head-to-head about our industry.

ARA's Industry Advancement Committee presents a white paper on effective selling of EVs, as well as the latest in AI deployment.  The session is open to all attendees.

What makes a dealer raise their hand for one vehicle and pass on another? In this lively and candid panel discussion, top independent and franchise dealers pull back the curtain on how they buy used wholesale inventory from auctions, consignors, and dealer-to-dealer channels.
From reading condition reports and managing risk to spotting hidden gems and navigating shifting market trends, panelists will share the real-world strategies that drive their purchasing decisions every day.

ARA is hosting a 25th Anniversary celebration, complete with music, games, special guests and a special appearance by GROW. Open to all attendees.

As ARA launches Hand Up cohort number three and expands the waitlist for cohort four, come join both early and late-career participants for coffee and conversation about career growth, latest industry trends and evolving industry roles.

Our panel of economic experts goes up against the Magic 8 Ball to predict economic trends in a dynamic global, national and industry environment. Attendess will leave the session with our panelists best insights into what's coming around the corner.

Join us as we recognize this year’s PAL Leadership Award recipients, Impact Award honoree, Circle of Excellence honoree, and recent CAR Certification graduates.

What the data show about off-lease EVs, who leased them, expected residual values, and how remarketers can capitalize.  Attendees will leave the session with a clearer picture of the EV market based on real-world data. 

A panel of industry leaders from major Associations and Alliances discuss what keeps their members up at night, and their organizations are anticipating and responding to member needs.  Attendees will leave with insights into the future direction of key market sectors.  

ARA's consignor members meet in closed session to discuss current challenges and opportunities, with breakouts for fleet, consumer finance, specialty and more. 

ARA's President's Reception welcomes incoming ARA President Jackie Malik as former President Chris Clarke becomes Chairman of ARA's board of directors. All are welcome!