MasterTech Expo

MasterTech Expo Announces Awards Ceremony for the 2024 Event

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TEMPE, AZ (08.18.23) – MasterTech Expo, produced by Mobile Solutions, announces the addition of a unique and esteemed awards ceremony at the forthcoming March 3-6 2024 event in Mesa, AZ. The awards will encompass two distinct audience; the attendees of MasterTech Expo and the vendor partners/exhibitors at the event. “These awards are to elevate the quality of MasterTech Expo because they are earned awards that require input, participation and commitment which also reflects why the best of the best at the event add to MasterTech Expo’s continued growth and success” commented Bryan Schmitt, CEO of Mobile Solutions and the executive event director for MasterTech Expo.

MasterTech Expo Awards Categories:

  • Attendees/Technicians – Presented Sunday Evening March 3, 2024
    • Master Fabricator
    • Best of Light
    • Master Clean Wire
    • Future MasterTech
    • Lifetime Achievement
  • Vendors – Presented Wednesday Afternoon March 6, 2024
    • Best Sounding Vehicle
    • Best Booth Experience
    • Best Vendor Training Experience

Attendee/Technician award categories are self-entry at the forthcoming MasterTech Expo awards submission web page. A diverse panel of past attendees, industry manufacturers and reps, as well as key MasterTech Expo staff will be the judging panel for these awards. “We designed this to be an engaged group effort to highlight the best of the best in each category without any politics or a popularity contest atmosphere” commented Schmitt. Indeed MasterTech Expo’s diverse audience and inclusive nature is the perfect atmosphere for the new Attendee/Technician awards ceremony. With ahead-of-the-event judging, this will allow the awards in this category to be delivered at the Welcome Party kick off on Sunday night March 3, 2024. “The recipients of the esteemed awards will be visible to the attendees and exhibitors for the whole event, which we thought was adding value to this awards ceremony and the event itself” commented Michele Schmitt, VP of Events at MasterTech Expo.

Vendor award categories will be decided by people’s choice during the entire event March 3-6. Vendors are encouraged to ‘step up their game’ for the entire event including their booth strategy with attendees, their training sessions and their demo vehicles. “Exhibitors who put time and planning effort into their attendance at MasterTech Expo are the ones we want exhibiting and interacting with attendees of all backgrounds, whether a trimmer, 12 volt tech, builder of custom vehicles, automation professional or business owner/manager” added Bryan Schmitt.

Online attendee registration for MasterTech Expo 2024 begins September 5, 2023. A completely new education program is part of the 2024 event enhancements among many other elements over the four training days. Those arriving on Sunday March 3 will also have an opportunity to attend afternoon classes as electives so they do not have any down time while attending for MasterTech Expo 2024 and increase their range of valuable training to attend.

MasterTech Expo is an event where aftermarket automotive electrical, upholstery, fabrication, design and automation professionals come together to learn, collaborate and define the next generation of vehicle interior customization in a process-driven atmosphere. MasterTech Expo is March 3-6, 2024 in Mesa, AZ.

For more information, please visit www.mastertechexpo.com.

Mastertech Expo 2023 Is A Success

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MESA, AZ (03.28.23) – The second annual MasterTech Expo, which took place on March 5-8, 2023 in Mesa, AZ, was an overwhelming success. Show organizer and founder, Bryan Schmitt, said “we grew the audience by a solid 30% and added more educational workshop sessions, more vendors and more skills contests. It’s really become a unique event like no other.” MasterTech Expo attracts attendees from broad aftermarket automotive disciplines including upholstery professionals, 12 volt technicians, fabricators, vehicle builders, automotive electricians and more. The event’s education tracks taught by renowned subject matter experts in their field offer a crossover of different skills and learning paths for attendees.

Education workshops are the cornerstone of MasterTech Expo and the 2023 event reached into a range of new areas, including coding Arduino controllers for custom lighting applications, metal shaping, TIG welding, DC electronics fundamentals, remote starter installation, custom radar/laser install and more. In post-event surveys, attendees rated the overall knowledge of the instructors and expertise in the subject matter a 9.1 out of 10. About half of the instructors returned from last year’s event, with the other half being new to the Expo. In all cases, the workshops contained all new content so attendees from a prior year need not worry about seeing the same presentation. “We are proud that our expert instructors take the time and effort to develop curated presentations that they share with attendees throughout their education workshops at MasterTech Expo” remarked Schmitt.

The skills competitions included the Rockford Fosgate-sponsored build off, the Clean Wire Challenge with Dean and Fernando as well as the VIPER security challenge. Pictured on the Mesa Amphitheater stage are all competitors, the organizer(s) and emcee. 

A unique highlight at MasterTech Expo are the skills contests. This year, the Rockford Fosgate-sponsored build off competition ran with four three-person teams competing and a new clean wire challenge, overseen by Dean and Fernando of 5 Star Car Stereo, allowed eight individual participants to compete with their wiring layout and design skills to for a grand prize. There were also skills contests for the Viper security challenge and light off contest, which added to the excitement. “The skills contests are an effective methods to both show techniques and demonstrate how to think in a production mindset while still exercising the creativity and individual skills each team member brings to their contest” adds Schmitt. Surveys indicated that nearly 80% of attendees watched one or more of the skills contests.

This amazing set up was created to showcase the creative and exacting fabrication of this project in the ARC AUDIO display area.

Both attendees and exhibitors are served morning coffee/pastries, a buffet lunch as well as a catered dinner on the outdoor plaza. “We want every person attending MasterTech Expo to maximize their time with us by not having to leave campus for meals if they would rather not do so” explains Schmitt. This added value is a signature component of most professional-level conferences and group learning events.

Additional highlights of MasterTech Expo 2023 included Chip Foose as a special guest speaker. Accompanied by the build team on stage, Foose did a live rendering of the 1964 Impala that was on the final Overhaulin TV episode. Additionally, a state of the industry keynote was presented by Aron Demers, SVP of VOXX Electronics.

The dates for MasterTech Expo 2024 are set! The event will take place March 3-6, 2024 at the same venue, the Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, AZ. Mesa Mayor John Giles informed attendees at the welcome reception at the Mesa amphitheater on Sunday evening March 5 that MasterTech Expo is now the third largest event at the convention center. Look for even more exciting details about the 2024 event later this summer.

Watch for more detailed information on MasterTech Expo 2024 at the official event website, MasterTechExpo.com. The site includes workshop descriptions, hotel information, event schedule, cost to attend and so much more. Information about the 2024 event is coming soon! Interested first-time attendees and exhibitors can contact info@mastertechexpo.com for more information as well as get on the mailing list for updates.

D’Amore Engineering Displayed New US Patented Technology at the MasterTech Expo

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MESA, AZ (03.10.23) – “On February 28th we were awarded a 2nd US Patent for our Current Averaging Technology for Audio Amplifiers…It’s US Patent 11,594,955. The first patent is 11,204,955. The idea of these 2 patents is that it enables the installation of big amplifiers into things that don’t normally have a beefy enough electrical system to support a big amplifier” Tony D’Amore stated.

Tony D’Amore in front of the Polaris RZR the rocked with his company’s new U.S. Patented Technology.
Attendees at the MasterTech Expo were amazed by the RZR’s system’s quality sound and volume.

To demo the technology D’Amore Engineering exhibited in a booth at the MasterTech Expo in Mesa, AZ March 5th-8th.

Continuing “We put 2700 Watts RMS into a Polaris side by side….complete with 18 inch subwoofer!! All of this on the stock electrical system which consists of 2 very small motorcycle batteries only. The Polaris was constructed at our facility, only 4 miles from the event, and showcased our patented technology to the large turnout at the MasterTech Expo on the grounds of the Mesa Convention Center.”

Tony D’Amore holds the latest U.S. Patent for the company’s Current Averaging Technology in the D’Amore Engineering AZ HQ.

“The demonstration of our Current Averaging Technology was truly a big hit. I think our booth had more traffic than most of the other booths on the outside exhibit area. We would like to ship by SEMA 2023 and launch there” D’Amore concluded.

For more see damoreengineering.com

The MasterTech Expo Day 2 Continued Strong at the Mesa Convention Center

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MESA, AZ (03.08.23) – The MasterTech Expo 2023, that exceeded its targets for exhibitors and attendees in its second year, continued strong on Day 2. Its expansion over the 2022 show enabled larger class sizes and more attendees.

The main hall was a gathering area for attendees to see a wide variety of custom fabrication projects.
Chip Foose and MasterTech Expo host Bryan Schmitt are center stage in this session.

MasterTech Expo 2023 featured special guest Chip Foose, renowned vehicle designer and builder, who conducted a live design session for attendees on the main show floor, backed by a video wall that allowed attendees to see his work up close.

The sophomore show also added new technology as well. The Master Design and School of Fab courses both centered on demonstrations matching OEM design, styling tips and materials use when adding equipment and enclosers to a factory interior.

Garry Springgay conducting “SubSonic” in the Modern Tech track.
Marcus Vasconcellos (R) covering new KENWOOD products and applications for motorcycles as the cruising season is here.

“We’re extremely pleased with the turnout and excitement happening at our second show,” said Bryan Schmitt, founder of MasterTech Expo. “It’s both exciting and gratifying to see so many industry participants find value in what we are doing here at the MasterTech Expo in the Mesa Convention Center. We look forward to a better and more fulfilling presentation each year.”

In the outdoor exhibit area the Team Nutz crew checked out the latest from MEMPHIS AUDIO. Mark Schleipfer (L)-Powersports Division Manager and Nick LoMonaco (3rd)-MEMPHIS AUDIO President showed Ed, Tom and Ben the lineup on Day 2.
JVC debuted a Polaris Ranger loaded with new powersports amps and speakers… custom installed by Brad’s Car Tunes.

Planning for the 2024 trade show and training exhibition has already begun as show organizers look at additional spaces near the Mesa Convention Center to house more classes and vendor attractions.

For more information, or to attend MasterTech Expo, visit mastertechexpo.com.

The Highly Anticipated 2nd MasterTech Expo Is Underway and Exceeding Attendance and Exhibit in Metrics

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MESA, AZ (03.07.23) – The MasterTechExpo 2023 has exceeded its targets for exhibitors and attendees in its second year. Its expansion over the 2022 show has enabled larger class sizes and more attendees. Planning for the 2024 tradeshow and training exhibition has already begun as show organizers look at additional spaces near the Mesa Convention Center to house more classes and vendor attractions.

MasterTech Expo 2023, running March 5th-8th at the Mesa Convention Center, has added several new attractions, including a larger concert venue, allocations for more exhibitors, three new award categories and additional automotive aftermarket classes. Special guest Chip Foose, renowned vehicle designer and builder, will conduct a live design session for attendees on the main show floor, backed by a video wall that will allow attendees to see his work up close.

Attendees gathered in front of the stage Sunday evening before the open ceremonies.
This packed session post from @cartronicstn shows the Monday part 1 of 4 classes on custom fab and mastering center consoles.

The sophomore show adds new technology as well. The Master Design and School of Fab courses will both center on a fully digitized vehicle that will be used to demonstrate matching OEM design, styling tips and materials use when adding equipment and enclosers to a factory interior.

“The weather is great in Mesa AZ… JBL and Infinity are on display. The JBL Arena X Tundra is on display with an Arena X demo studio. We are seeing super action in our booth and invite all at the MasterTech Expo to check it out” Shawn Spedding related.
Ed Nuttall, Ben Bjerke and Tom Mays (L to R) from Team Nutz, flew into Phoenix from Pittsburgh early Sunday morning to attend the MasterTech Expo.

“We’re extremely pleased with the anticipated turnout and excitement building around our second show,” said Bryan Schmitt, founder of MasterTech Expo. “It’s both exciting and gratifying to see so many industry participants find value in what we are doing. We look forward to a better and more fulfilling presentation each year.”

The Team Nutz crew from Pittsburgh-Ed, Ben and Tom- attended the Wet Sounds training presented by Carl Campbell on Monday evening.

For more information, or to attend MasterTech Expo, visit mastertechexpo.com.

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Alpine to Attend the 2023 Master Tech Expo in Mesa, AZ

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AUBURN HILLS, MI (02.28.23) – Alps Alpine North America, Inc. (“Alpine”) will attend the upcoming 2023 Master Tech Expo hosted in the Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, Arizona from Sunday, March 5 to Wednesday, March 8. This is Alpine’s first time attending the event as an exhibitor.

“Alpine is excited to attend the 2023 Master Tech Expo and connect with those in our industry who are committed to furthering their education and mastering their craft,” said Mike Anderson, Executive Director at Alps Alpine North America, Inc. “We’re looking forward to showcasing our 2023 Product Line and providing valuable education and training to support our Alpine Authorized Dealers.”

Alpine will be in exhibit #402 where staff will demo new event displays with High-Resolution sound and display audio family systems from the 2023 Alpine Product Line, including the High-Resolution Alpine Status line, High-Resolution head unit line, and the new Alpine Optim8™ 8-Channel Hi-Res Sound Processor and Amplifier with Automatic Sound Tuning.

Featuring the Ultra High-Resolution AlpineF#1Status system, a Tesla Model S demo vehicle will also be available in the Alpine booth so attendees can experience the first premium car audio system that can achieve 384kHz/32bit High-Resolution Audio Playback, the highest recording spec possible in a car audio system.

Alpine will host a training session during Master Tech that will focus on the 2023 Product Line:

Tuesday, March 7 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. in Superstition South
2023 Alpine Product Line and a New Faster Way to Tune with Optim8 DSP
Learn about the next generation of High-Resolution sound, display audio family, and the new Alpine “Optim8” automatic sound tuner and processor.

All Master Tech attendees are welcome to visit the Alpine booth, join the training sessions, and meet with Alpine staff from the sales, marketing, and product planning teams. Attendees are encouraged to visit https://www.mastertechexpo.com/ and use the “Workshops” link to register for the Alpine training sessions.

Visit mastertechexpo.com and alpine-usa.com for more.

Elettromedia-USA Announces the Sponsorship in the Clean Wire Challenge at MasterTech Expo 2023

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IRVINE, CA (02.15.23) – Elettromedia-USA announces sponsorship in the Clean Wire Challenge (CWC) at the MasterTech Expo 2023. The challenge will take place on Monday March 6 and Tuesday March 7, 2023, during the exhibit hours of the event, 12:30PM-4:30PM each day.

The Clean Wire Challenge is a completely new skills contest for MasterTech Expo 2023. The contest’s purpose is to allow participating technicians and wiring gurus to demonstrate their best in wire management skills and compete for the honor and glory of being the Clean Wire Challenge winner!

Elettromedia-USA will provide three systems for the participants to use during the competition. The three systems are: an Audison system comprised of two amplifiers – a 4-channel amplifier and a mono amplifier.

A second system utilizing an Audison 5-channel amplifier and an Audison DSP signal processor and a third system comprised of a Hertz 5-channel amplifier and A Hertz DSP signal processor. All three systems will include our Connection SFD 41 C solid machined brass, AFS fused, power wire distribution system.

There are eight competitors in total. Six from the USA and two from Canada. There are also two alternates selected in the event one of the initial eight competitors fails to meet the participation criteria.

Dean Beyett and Fernando Lopez of 5 Star Car Stereo are the organizers and select the initial participants. The winner will be chosen by MasterTech Expo attendees on the last day and will be announced at the closing ceremony.

“We are excited to participate in this new competition” stated Rob Wempe, VP of Elettromedia-USA. “We think this competition will help to raise the bar for professional installation standards within our industry”.

About Elettromedia USA: Elettromedia USA is the exclusive US importer for Audison and Hertz mobile audio products and is exhibiting at MasterTech Expo 2023 outside in Booths 21 & 22.

Visit www.elettromedia.com for more.

Maxxsonics Will Be Attending MasterTech Expo 2023

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LIBERTYVILLE, IL (02.01.23) – Maxxsonics is excited to be in attendance at MasterTech Expo 2023 this year. MasterTech Expo 2023 takes place from March 5th through March 8th at the Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, Arizona. Taking skills to the next level – the MasterTech Expo offers three diverse educational workshop tracks and elective blocks that include – Modern Tech, School of Fab, and Master Design.

This event is specialized for automotive aftermarket customers and features professional networking, 30+ leading exhibitors, automation technologies, three different skills competitions, demo vehicles, and some special guests. “Where professionals come to learn” – the MasterTech Expo provides a perfect opportunity for Maxxsonics to launch an all-new specialty dealer program while offering a $100 discount on registration for dealers and customers and growing networking with other car audio dealers.

On the MasterTech Expo 2023 and the all-new Maxxsonics Dealer Program, Sam Dattalo, Vice President of Sales at Maxxsonics, said, “Maxxsonics is pleased to announce an aggressive new dealer program effective February 1st as this program will prove the ongoing dedication to independent specialists (which are the backbone to our business). The program will be inclusive of MB Quart, Hifonics, and Crunch audio brands.”

Specializing in car audio dealers where they can learn advanced installation and fabrication skills from the very best in the business, the MasterTech Expo is a perfect opportunity for Maxxsonics to demonstrate product knowledge, grow new connections, and build on current, critical relationships. Chip Foose will be the keynote speaker and the organizers of the MasterTech Expo are offering Maxxsonics a $100 discount on registration for dealers and customers. 

MasterTech Expo plans to bring and showcase car audio dealers and professionals looking to develop skills and product knowledge while building connections and networking new opportunities. Maxxsonics is thrilled to be going to and be a part of this crucial networking opportunity and show.

MasterTech Expo plans to bring and showcase car audio dealers and professionals looking to develop skills and product knowledge while building connections and networking new opportunities. Maxxsonics is thrilled to be going to and be a part of this crucial networking opportunity and show.

We hope you can be a part of taking your skills to the next level with us! Follow the link below to learn more details and complete event information on the MasterTech Expo 2023.

Follow the link to learn more details and complete event information on the MasterTech Expo 2023.

https://www.mastertechexpo.com/

Follow the link to register as an attendee.

https://www.mastertechexpo.com/attendee-registration.html

Aron Demers to Keynote State of the Industry at MasterTech Expo

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TEMPE, AZ (01.16.23) – The second annual MasterTech Expo will welcome Aron Demers to the stage for the State of the Industry interview and discussion, hosted by MasterTech Expo Founder Bryan Schmitt. Demers is a 32-year participant of the automotive electronics industry and serves as Vice President, Automotive Aftermarket Business for VOXX International. The interview and discussion will take place during the final day of MasterTech Expo, held Mach 5-8, 2023 at the Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, Ariz.

This year, the State of the Industry gathering will focus on future challenges of the automotive electronics industry and the impact of OEM innovations and collaborations on aftermarket products and system access. Of particular note is the topic of subscription-based, in-vehicle amenities.

“I am honored to be asked to share my knowledge and insight to speak at the 2023 MasterTech Expo,” said Demers. “The OEM and aftermarket have been tied together since the first consumer bought tires from a retailer that was not the car dealership. Since being involved in the Mobile Electronics industry for the last 32 years, I have seen the aftermarket consistently pivot to address new opportunities and deliver consumers enhanced in-car experiences. And today, with profits and technologies driving both the OEM and aftermarket, we need more than ever to be nimble enough to capitalize on every opportunity possible.”

“We are thrilled that Aron accepted our invitation to empower our guests with his knowledge and experience,” added Schmitt. “It is our hope that attendees will leave with a broader insight of the larger automotive community, and renewed enthusiasm to meet the challenges ahead.”

To attend the MasterTech Expo, sign up at mastertechexpo.com.

MasterTech Expo 2023 to Host Chip Foose in Exclusive Design Session 

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MESA, AZ (10.26.22) – Mobile Solutions announces that Chip Foose, award-winning vehicle designer and builder, will join the second annual MasterTech Expo, scheduled March 5-8, 2023 at the Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, Arizona. Foose plans to conduct a design-inspired session to explain his creative process, as well as  and share details about his ascent to the pinnacle of one-off vehicle designs, working with TV shows and inspiring the next generation of designer/builders in the automotive aftermarket.

In his design session at the stage on the exhibit floor, Chip will take the audience through a series of live designs and sketches while overhead cameras display his work on audience-viewed screens. The session is scheduled separate from the event’s educational workshops and exhibit floor schedule, which means it’s open to all attendees and exhibitors.

As a highlight of his session and along with the interior build team, Foose will provide MasterTech Expo attendees a unique and immersive look into his methodology by revealing a behind-the-scenes look of TV’s final Overhalin’ build (2020), Shaq’s 1964 Chevy Impala. “Chip is going to take the audience through the intricacies of the design elements, providing thought processes, tips and techniques that are typically valued as a designer’s trade secrets” comments Bryan Schmitt, event founder and CEO of MasterTech Expo parent company Mobile Solutions.

Of course, known for his friendly approach to fans and followers, Foose will be available for autographs and photos following the design session at MasterTech Expo. This is an exciting opportunity to get inspired from one of the industry’s most talented vehicle designers and builders.

MasterTech Expo’s objective is to bring tremendous value to attendees with like-minded professionals, brands, education, tools and products from every segment of the industry. “At MasterTech Expo, we are committed to embracing the entire automotive aftermarket community. We were thrilled that Chip Foose is aligned with our vision and is excited to join us at MasterTech Expo to share his knowledge with other professionals” remarked Schmitt.

Registration for MasterTech Expo is currently open.

For questions or further information on the 2023 MasterTech Expo on March 5-8, 2023 at Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, Arizona, please email info@mastertechexpo.com or call 480 968-2074.

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