Sanford Sound and Voltz Auto Truck Traveled to the GoFast Winter Summit

Posted on September 17, 2023 by 12VoltNews in Industry and tagged Go Fast Solutions, Sanford Sound.

SPRINGFIELD, MA (09.18.23) – The GoFast Winter Summit took place on Wednesday September 13th at the MassMutual Center in Springfield MA. Area 12volt Retailers Sanford Sound and Voltz Auto Truck closed their stores and headed to the GoFast Winter Summit to connect with manufacturers to see new products, attend trainings and network with fellow industry members. Both retailers report they traveled back to their stores with the feeling of a productive day.

Jack Bogard, Sanford Sound owner, and his team loaded into the company van at 6AM for the 170 mile trip from Sanford ME to Springfield MA. The team returned to home at 6 PM.

“It was a long day for sure. Connor, Kevin, Justin, Jack and I drove together in the company van for the 170 mile trip. Spending time with the team going to the event was a chance to discuss every day business in the store and personal lives. Also we talked about what we would learn at the Summit,” Bogard related.

*The Sanford Sound team in the lobby at the GoFast Winter Summit. Connor, Kevin, Jack Bogard- owner, Justin and Jay (L to R).*

*The graphic on the screen revealed big things to come soon from Compustar and DroneMobile.*

“At the Summit it was very nice to see some new products and talk directly to factory and tech-support staffs. The remote starter season is on the horizon and it was very good to get the natest news from Compustar and VOXX . We attended training sessions and connected with other dealers during the lunch buffet. As much as it is hard to close your shop for a day, the trainings and conversations at the Summit and in the van with the team, the day was very valuable for Sanford Sound. A big thank you to GoFast for putting the Winter Summit together,” Bogard concluded.

LUCAS Lighting showcased the company’s lineup and presented a well received training session by Josh White. Pictured above Steve Rogers-Vice President, Phil Cartier 12volt Specialist rep firm Principal and Josh White Technical Director (LtoR).

Juan Zambrano runs Voltz Auto Truck in Bridgeport CT. “I closed the shop and made the 90 mile trip to the Summit in the Super Duty. Seeing new products and attending trainings was on my plan. Meeting the Lucas Lighting staff and learning about their products was very positive. Josh White conducted a very informative tech training session. Also the Metra training provided info on how the navigate their website for installation info and pointers. Looking forward to the big news coming from Compustar and DroneMobile for the remote starter season that is right around the corner,” Zambrano related.

The GoFast Winter Summit was a very positive event for dealers in their marketplace.

Visit sanfordsound.com and gofst.com for more.

Sanford Sound Hosted The 27th Annual Show N’ Shine

Posted on July 31, 2023 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged Sanford Sound.

SANFORD, ME (08.01.23) – The 27th Annual Sanford Sound Show N’ Shine filled the grounds surrounding the company’s retail location on Sunday, July 30st.

“This year’s Show-n-Shine was the third at our new location and the weather was absolutely perfect. Last year we were mobbed. This year was even busier and the largest ever for our Annual Show N’ Shine as we had nearly 170 cars registered. It seemed almost every square foot of our property was filled with Show-n-Shine cars and activities” Owner Jack Bogard related.

*Attendees lined up Sunday morning to register their vehicles for the show.*

Tents were set up for demos with JL Audio, Memphis Audio and Rockford Fosgate. The Sanford Sound RZR was loaded with Memphis PowerSports products. Bill French was on site representing JL Audio while Chad Boone demoed the RZR under the Memphis tent. Byran Case manned the Rockford Fosgate booth and all handed out brochures and giveaways plus spent time with attendees.

*Jack Bogard and his wife by the Memphis Audio tent by the Sanford Sound van that’s loaded with Memphis Audio gear. Jack is wearing a large Memphis Audio Gold Medallion around his neck.*

*The grounds for the Show N Shine ran along a main road that added to the visibility.*

“This year we set up vendor row and attendees spent time visiting all of the 13 brands that we spotlight at Sanford Sound. It was super to see the tents with JL Audio, Memphis Audio and Rockford Fosgate busy. Local business owners said they had never seen Route 4 so busy on Sunday” Bogard offered.

A number of area businesses were on site showing their products that 12volt enthusiasts could utilize. Vehicle restoration, lift modifications, stickers and more were offered. Food trucks were on site and the lemonade stand reported selling over 300 refreshments.

*Miss New Hampshire 2023 was on site at the Show N Shine. Ashley in real life is Jack Bogard’s daughter who will head to Vegas for this year’s Miss America Pageant.*

*Classics are becoming a larger part of the Show N Shine each year.*

“We also had several clubs attend the Show N’ Shine in big numbers. Team Conflicted had 13cars on site and won the car club top award. Also, we had a number of cars with out of state license plates… including Connecticut, Vermont, New York and Rhode Island” Bogard added.

There was an amazing number of custom trophies created for the 21 classes and set up for all to see before the awards presentation.

*This amazing ‘62 Corvette won the Best Classic award. The 62 year old owner was actually driving down the street and saw the show and wheeled in to spent the day with his wife having fun.*

*There was a wide range of vehicles on the event grounds.*

Bogard concluded “A really big thing for us at a Sanford Sound Show-n-Shine event is seeing all the happy, smiling faces. Members of the crowd were showing their rides and checking out other’s rides.The level of customization of the vehicles in the show this year was amazing. Long term this will lead to residual business for us at Sanford Sound. A huge shout out to all, especially family and staff who participated in, and contributed to, the very successful 27th Annual Sanford Sound Show-n-Shine”

*Amazing trophies were prepared for the 21 car show classes.*

*Attendees at the Show N Shine event checked out a wide range of exhibits.*

Sanford, ME is a town of just over 20,000. Sanford Sound is a responsible business member of the community and had an officer on site to help with the increased traffic for the event which packed Route 4 on Sunday afternoon.

Visit sanfordsound.com for more.

Sanford Sound Scores Big with the Alpine Experience Event

Posted on June 11, 2023 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged Alpine, Sanford Sound.

SANFORD, ME (06.12.23) – Sanford Sound hosted an Alpine Experience on Tuesday, June 6th. The Alpine Pickup rolled in with Colin Vargo, Alpine Brand Specialist, behind the wheel. Vargo was joined by Alpine Direct Representive Colette Beaudoin and the final setup for the event took place on the windy Tuesday. Nate Merrille, Sanford Sound representative from area distributor GoFast Solutions, was also in the house.

Jack Bogard, and the Sanford Sound crew, had the grounds in front of the store well prepared. In fact, Bogard’s classic Chevy pickup and Alpine banners were in place beginning May 24th. A custom-crafted Alpine surfboard was showcased on the side of the truck.

*Sanford Sound began this Alpine graphic posts on April 29th and included 7 more posts before the June 6th event.*

“The Alpine Experience event was a key promotion for us this summer. Therefore we started letting enthusiasts in Sanford know about the Alpine Experience at our store. The first post of the event on social media was actually on April 29th when we posted the Apline supplied graphic” Bogard related. The Alpine supplied Experience graphic was posted 8 times on Sanford Sound social media leading up to the June 6th event.

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“We had many phone calls leading up to the event and people started showing up early Tuesday morning. Colin and Colette did at least 40 demos during the day with people seated in the Alpine demo truck. All were amazed when their demo was finished. We had asked peope to bring their favorite song for a demo. Those who did let us know their favorite song had never sounded like that as they heard something like a live concert” Bogard stated.

*Jack Bogard, Nate Merrille Go Fast Solutions with Colette Beaudoin and Colin Vargo from Alpine.*

During the day sales were strong as customers made purchases. There was lunch from the grill and product raffles. More customers booked appoints and business continued from the event through the end of the week.

*Colin, Jack and the Sanford Sound team Kevin, Jay, Matt and Justin (LtoR).*

“I want to thank my wife Christine who worked through the day as well as Team members Kevin, Jay, Matt, and Justin. A very big thank you to our business partner Alpine. It is terrific Alpine understands how important it is to connect with enthusiasts on the brick and mortar showroom floor” Bogard concluded.

*Jack Bogard, an Alpine raffle winner, Christine Bogard and Colin Vargo (L to R).*

Since Sanford Sound opened in 1995, with Jack Bogard behind the wheel, the company has proactively worked to connect with consumers and organizations by hosting events in the store, in the store’s parking lot and grounds plus at off-site events. Today, Sanford Sound is the established store for audio in-vehicle, Powersports, marine and motorcycles. Home AV and office applications are also on the menu.

*After a long day and very successful event Colin and Colette flank Jack in the Sanford Sound showroom.*

Sanford, ME is a town of just over 22,000. Over the past 25+ years the Sanford Sound has stretched well beyond the town’s borders throughout the region.

Visit sanfordsound.com for more.

Sanford Sound Connects with Enthusiast on Tracks in the Area

Posted on April 23, 2023 by 12VoltNews in Industry and tagged Sanford Sound.

SANFORD, ME (04.24.23) – Jack Bogard, behind the wheel at Sanford Sound, is very active across the community in Sanford ME and the surrounding area as Sanford Sound continues to grow year over year.

Recently Sanford Sound logos appeared on the track at the New Hampshire Motor Speedway. “The Alan Tardiss car looked super on the track at the Northeast Classic on April 15th. The Sanford Sound logos looked great on both sides” Bogard related.”

*Jack Bogard with a young sponsored rider.*

Bogard also participates by sponsoring drivers on short tracks, scooters and cycles too, closer to the Sanford ME home base.

“Being involved with drivers, young and old, allows us the connect with enthusiasts who have an interest in audio and upgrades in their daily drivers and other vehicles. They come into our store to check out options…and many times they bring fiends. I enjoy time at the track so ultimately it’s a win/win” Bogard stated.

*Jack Bogard (R) and Alan Tardiss trackside at the New Hampshire Motor Speedway showing the Sanford Sound logos on the race car.*

*A sponsored race car in front of the Sanford Sound location in Sanford, ME.*

Sanford Sound also has banners stage side at local concerts and is readying for the 27th Annual Show-N-Soud on Sunday July 30th at the company’s Sanford ME location. Be sure to meet Katherine…Ms Sanford Sound.

The Sanford Sound RZR was on display in the Memphis Audio booth at the GoFast Expo 23 as Jack Bogard and the team continued to be active across the 12volt industry.

*Promo activity for the 27th Annual Show-n-Shine is underway.*

Visit sanfordsound.com for more.

Sanford Sound Hosted The 26th Annual Show N’ Shine

Posted on August 2, 2022 by 12VoltNews in Industry and tagged Sanford Sound.

SANFORD, ME (08.03.22) – The 26th Annual Sanford Sound Show N’ Shine filled the grounds surrounding the company’s retail location on Sunday, July 31st.

“This year’s Show-n-Shine was the second at our new location. Last year we were mobbed. This year was even busier and was by far the busiest we have ever been for our Annual Show N’ Shine. We counted the entry registration slips and had well over 200 cars and that’s with no NADBL Bass Competition this year. It seemed almost every square foot of our property was filled with Show-n-Shine cars and activities” Owner Jack Bogard related.

*This image shows the scope of the Sanford Sound Show-n-Shine.*

*Members of the crowd in front of the Sanford Sound location on a beautiful Sunday.*

Tents were set up for demos with JL Audio and Memphis Audio. The Sanford Sound RZR was loaded with Memphis PowerSports products. Bill French was on site representing JL Audio while Chad Boone demoed the RZR under the Memphis tent. Both handed out brochures and giveaways.

A number of area businesses were on site showing their products that 12volt enthusiasts could utilize. Vehicle restoration, lift modifications, stickers and even custom branded scented candles were offered.

*A very small portion of the over 200 cars on site.*

*An example of the cool trophies that were awarded.*

“We also had clubs attend the Show N’ Shine in big numbers. Team Dragon had 25 cars on site. Also, we had a number of cars from out of state… including Connecticut, Vermont, New York and Rhode Island. A car from Canada too” Bogard added.

A food truck with a full menu of fair food was on site for attendees spending the day at the Show-n-Shine.

There was an amazing number of custom trophies created and set up for all to see before the awards presentation.

*Jack Bogard (C) with the Sanford Sound Team, family and volunteers who worked together for the tremendous success of the 26th Annual Sanford Sound Show-n-Shine.*

Concluding, Bogard offered, “A really big thing for us at a Sanford Sound Show-n-Shine event is seeing all the happy, smiling faces. Members of the crowd were showing their rides and checking out other’s rides.The level of customization of the vehicles in the show this year was amazing. Long term this will lead to residual business for us at Sanford Sound. A huge shout out to all who participated in, and contributed to, the very successful 26th Annual Sanford Sound Show-n-Shine”

Following the event members of the Sanford Sound Team, along with family and volunteers, enjoyed a meal prepared in the Sanford Sound facility.

Sanford, ME is a town of just over 20,000. Sanford Sound is a responsible business member of the community and had an officer on site to help with the increased traffic at the event.

Visit sanfordsound.com for more.

Sanford Sound Connects with Consumers Far from the Town of Sanford, ME

Posted on June 20, 2022 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged Sanford Sound.

SANFORD, ME (06.21.22) – Since Sanford Sound opened in 1995, with Jack Bogard behind the wheel, the company has proactively worked to connect with consumers by hosting events in the store, in the store’s parking lot and grounds plus at off-site events. Today, Sanford Sound is the established store for audio… in-vehicle, Powersports, marine and motorcycles. Home AV and office applications are also on the menu.

*Jack Bogard in the Sanford Sound showroom with branded sunglass on and holding one of the cups that were given out at the concert events.*

*The Pirate Beach Band on stage as Tonya Pickering (L) with Jack Bogard‘s daughters Alissa and Ashley in front of the stage.*

Sanford, ME is a town of just over 22,000. Over the past 25+ years the Sanford Sound has stretched well beyond the towns borders.

Owner Jack Bogard, family and the dedicated Sanford Sound Team, are always working to put the company name in front of the community. In just the last 2 weeks Sanford Sound has organized and presented 2 offsite concerts and a sound-off event on site at the company’s new location that is just 15 over months old.

*Attendees enjoyed the Pirate Beach Band’s tribute performance.*

*Another sign of the first class production by Sanford Sound.*

On Saturday night June 11th, The Pirate Beach Band presented a tribute show highlighting Jimmy Buffett, Kenny Chesney and Zac Brown hits at The Runway at PCC venue. The Collie Buddz band performed Raggae style at an event a few days later. At each venue Sanford Sound was set up so attendees entered by the company’s booth with tables filled with giveaways including branded cups and sunglasses. Attendance at the first concert was just shy of 400 and topped 250 at the second event.

*Branded cups and sunglasses on the table with the Collie Buddz Band performing reggae style on stage in the background.*

*Set ups happened in the afternoons prior to the evening events.*

“The events were awesome as there was so much energy in the air. There was a lot of socializing and getting my brand out there. Think we will sell a big motorcycle system to a fellow who drove 2 1/2 hours down from Augusta for the first event,” Bogard related.

On Saturday June 17th Sanford Sound hosted a dB Drag and NADBL contest on the store grounds with nearly 80 competitors. “The weather was perfect and the high SPL was 167.9. Other than a few noise complaints from neighbors everyone had a great time,” Bogard concluded.

*On the Sanford Sound’s grounds this shot shows unique sound off competitors‘ vehicles up front and more in the background.*

Great to see Sanford Sound Jammin’ N June.

Visit sanfordsound.com for more.

Sanford Sound Hosted 25th Annual Show N’ Shine

Posted on July 26, 2021 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged Sanford Sound.

SANFORD, ME (07.27.2021) – The cloudy sky early Sunday morning, July 25th, did not deter a big crowd from attending the 25th Annual Sanford Sound Show N’ Shine.

“We were mobbed. This was the busiest we have ever been for our Annual Show N’ Shine. We counted the entry registration slips and had 180 cars plus there were 60 entries in the NADBL Bass Competition. This was the first year to hold the Show N’ Shine at our new Sanford Sound location and we used it all,” Owner Jack Bogard related.

Vendor displays out front were just the beginning.

Jack Bogard is flanked by Bill French-JL Audio (L) and Chad Boone from Memphis Audio.

Tents were set up for demos with JL Audio showing a Genesis and Memphis showcasing the Sanford Sound RZR loaded with Memphis PowerSports products. Bill French was on site representing JL Audio while Chad Boone demoed the RZR under the Memphis tent. Both handed out brochures and giveaways. The Memphis Audio sunglasses were a favorite.

The schedule for the day also included the introduction of Ms Sanford Sound Nakia and Hoot Dawgs for all to enjoy.

The crowd at the Sanford Sound Show N’ Shine stretch the store’s limits.

Early morning light rain did not dampen the cars on display.

“We also had clubs attend the Show N’ Shine in big numbers. Team Motivated had 30 cars on site and Team Dragon had 25 cars on site. Also, we had a number of cars all the way from Massachusetts” Bogard added.

There was an amazing number of custom trophies made and set up for all to see. Memphis Audio, with Chad Boone, participated as a trophy sponsor.

The event attracted a wide selection of vehicles.

Jack Bogard’s grandson Maxon in the crowd with the popular Memphis sunglasses in signature orange.

Concluding, Bogard offered, “A really big thing for us at Sanford Sound at the event was seeing all the happy, smiling faces. Members of the crowd were showing their rides and checking out other’s rides. Long term that will lead to residual business for us at Sanford Sound.”

Following the Show N’ Shine event Team members enjoyed a delicious dinner.

Sanford Sound Team members working the event included Andrew Lockhart, Kevin O’Malley, Bill Pickering, April and Zach Zeirhoff, Nathan and Farah Lehoux, Matthew Horr and Nakia as Ms Sanford Sound. In addition Bogard family members wife Christine, daughter Ashley (as Mrs Gorham in the Mrs Maine Pageant) along with her husband Ryan and son Maxon joined Jack working the event. Following the event members of the Sanford Sound Team enjoyed a delicious dinner meal.

Custom trophies were created for a wide selection of classes.

A selection of custom trophies was created for wide group of classes.

Sanford ME is a town of just over 20,000. Sanford Sound is a responsible business member of the community and had an officer on site to help with the increased traffic at the event.

Visit sanfordsound.com for more.

717 Car Audio and Sanford Sound Are Two Very Proactive 12volt Retailers

Posted on June 24, 2021 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged 717 Car Audio, Sanford Sound.

SHREVEPORT, LA (06.25.2021) – 717 Car Audio is located in Mountville PA and Sanford Sound in located in Sanford ME. Both successful retailers recently put their brand in front of a large audience of enthusiasts. Both companies are set to keep the ball rolling as each is has big plans this weekend. 717 Car Audio is hosting the company’s 4th Anniversary event at their store. Sanford Sound will be in Orlando, as Jack Bogard with 2 staff members, journey to Knowledgefest.

717 Car Audio set up at the 10th Annual Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival June 11th-13th on the Cooper’s Lake grounds outside Butler PA.

Jeremy Lease working to get the Pink Jeep out of the trailer to place in the booth.

717 Car Audio recently attended the Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival in Butler PA. Stephanie Stryjwski and Jeremy Lease traveled west to just outside Pittsburgh, a trip of nearly 300 miles pulling 2 trailers. The 40’ trailer was for the large MB Quart tent, booth set up gear, inventory and supplies plus accommodations for the weekend. The 20’ trailer hauled The Pink Jeep and more inventory for sale. Shop Dog Blue was along on the trip too.

Scott Wagner provided event recap details. “The Jeep Heritage Festivval was an amzaing event. Stephanie and Jeremy were totally slammed every day. They made lots of sales for Jeepers rides ad sold a ton of custom T-Shirts that Stephanie produces with an associated business. Three Jeep owners, from close to our store who attended the event, actually brought their Jeeps in for systems right after returning from the Jeep Festival.”

Stephanie talking with a Jeeper in front of a wide selection of custom T’s and the raffle registration table.

The Pink ‘Fight Like A Girl’ Jeep by the sleeping quarters trailer.

The 717 Car Audio Jeep features bright pink graphics with a ‘Fight Like A Girl’ message for all to see. The back of the Pink Jeep is undergoing work on a Massive build with 24,000 watts of Girl Power to drive sales at 717 at 717 Car Audio.

Frankie Mark, 12volt Marketing Group, is the area rep and worked with 717 Car Audio for the MB Quart tent at the event. “It’s so great to see active 12volt retailers going the extra mile, many miles in this case, to showcase 12volt products to consumers…and importantly generate sales.”

Shop Dog Blue guarding the Pink Jeep in the trailer.

These 3 Jeeps are big jobs, in front of the store, that were new business from the event.

This Saturday, June 26th, 717 Car Audio will host customers, enthusiasts and consumers in the area for the company’s 4th Anniversary celebration at their Mountville PA store.

Sanford Sound held their first car audio show at the company’s new location in Sanford ME on Saturday 19th. “Our new store has been open just over a year. In spite of the Pandemic business has been very strong. With COVID restrictions easing we wanted to get the ball rolling again with car shows to create excitement in our market. The event drew over 30 competitors plus more cars demoing systems. In all we had over 100 people on site. The North American Decibel League was on site and one competitor hit 164dB with NADBL’s Chris Johnson judging and behind the meter,” owner Jack Bogard related.

The new Sanford Sound store getting set for the show early Saturday morning, June 19th.

The open field adjacent to the Sanford Sound store is perfect for consumer events.

Competitors registering for the NADBL competition.

There is an open field adjacent to the new Sanford Sound location that worked out nicely for competitors to position their vehicles.

Continuing, Bogard stated “The car show and NADBL event was a great trial run for our upcoming annual Show N’ Shine on Sunday, July 25th.”

This classic is loaded with gear and lithium batteries.

Sanford Sound is already getting the word out about their 25th Annual Show N’ Shine event.

The showroom at the new Sanford Sound location is amazing. Jeep and Powersports categories are highlighted.

“KnowledgeFest in Orlando is NOW. The store is closed June 24th-28th as myself and 2 members of the team head south to see new products and attend as many seminars as we can squeeze in,” Bogard concluded.

It’s great to see proactive 12volt retailers like 717 Car Audio and Sanford Sound be active in their respective markets to drive awareness and business for the 12volt industry.

Visit 717caraudio.com and sanfordsound.com for more.

Sanford Sound Turned the Key on a New, Much Larger Location in Sanford, ME

Posted on January 4, 2021 by 12VoltNews in Featured and tagged Sanford Sound.

SANFORD, ME (01.05.2021) – Monday, January 4th, marked a ‘soft opening’ of the new Sanford Sound store in Sanford, ME. “We had a remarkably good day with people in the store and making sales. We still have a lot to do but all is coming together and we are excited” Owner Jack Bogard related.

After closing on the new property Jack Bogard began to let people know Sanford Sound was coming soon.

The new Sanford Sound location totals 8,000 square feet with a 2 level layout. The ground floor features showroom areas for Car and Home Audio, meeting room, office space plus customer waiting room and break area. The full basement area is set up for a large installation bay area, extensive fabrication shop plus large storage areas. Floors on both levels were steam cleaned and resurfaced.

The showroom is taking shape and the company’s RZR 900, decked with Memphis Audio in spotlighted.

In the showroom area there are raised areas to spotlight demo vehicles. The Sanford Sound RZR 900 is spotlighted and decked with Memphis Audio. “Since acquiring the RZR 900 as a demo vehicle our Powersports sales increased at least three fold. Another favorite is the Classic Sanford Sound Gremlin,” Bogard stated.

Jack Bogard stands beside the company’s Classic Gremlin. Look at the expanse of the showroom.

In a Facebook post Bogard thanked the many people who helped make the new location a reality. “I sincerely want to thank my incredible employees Andrew, Kevin, Matt and Nate. Also the almost endless volunteers that came to help. Duane Caron, Mark Therrien, Steve Vincent, Eric and Sam Cheney,Trevor Brown, Brian and Brandon Carroll, Kelly O’Malley, Scott, Cherry, Bailey and Noah Chretien, Celeste, Denise and Keith Clark, Trina, Terry Moore, Jeremy Desrochers, Randy Hall, Bill Pickering, Chad and Devin Boone from Memphis Audio, Bill French from JL Audio and Colette Beaudoin from Alpine.”

Team members are headed back after a short lunch break.

The showroom floor shines in this night time shot.

Continuing, “A huge thanks to my wife Christine and my kids Ashley and Ryan, Alissa and Trevor. You are forever in my heart. It truly warms my heart having seen everyone working together to hep me build this store. There is still a ways to go but thanks to each one of you we were able to open up on Monday, January 4th.”