ICA New Investor Seminar Program

New Investor Seminar
Breaking into the Professional Car Care Industry

Register now at www.carcarecentral.com/newinvestorseminars

If you are interested in owning or operating a car wash but are unsure about how to enter the $23 billion industry, the New Investor Seminar is essential to your success. Presented by the International Carwash Association, this seminar reviews the essential considerations potential car wash owners must review, including business model selection, choosing a site and evaluating financing options. Taught by leading industry experts, this crash course seminar provides attendees with a thorough understanding of the industry, comprehensive educational materials and a variety of financial templates. Register today as seats are limited and are first come, first serve!

Seminar curriculum includes:
Welcome to the Industry and Overview of Car Wash Business Models
Review various car wash business models, their financial implications and discover which model best fits you.

Feasibility and Business Planning
Review how to conduct a feasibility study to ensure the business model you select suits your investment goals and discuss what is required to put together a business plan.

Networking Lunch
Meet experienced car wash operators in the area, learn about their operations and ask questions to help you build your plan.

Site Selection
Receive the tools needed to evaluate real estate suitability for different types of professional car washes.

Car Wash Financing
Uncover a variety of financing options (e.g. partnerships, SBA financing) and considerations for each.

Exhibitor Reception
Meet exhibitor and industry representatives in advance of the trade show; ask questions about their experiences and business.

The $299 seminar fee includes:

• New investor essentials including how to select a business model, choose a site and evaluate financing options
• Free admission to the affiliated car wash trade show
• Free one-day trade show registration for Car Care World Expo 2008, presented by the International Carwash Association, April 7-10
• Comprehensive educational materials, including a variety of financial templates
• Complimentary 90 day trial membership in the International Carwash Association