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Nominations are currently being accepted for the CBA'S annual Awards Program. Don't miss this opportunity to recognize a strong employee for Driver of the Year, Maintenance Technician of the year, or a strong Operator Peer for the 2023 OPERATOR OF THE YEAR award. Please review our Awards Program  page for more information. Nomination Deadline is October 15, 2023

Nominations are currently being accepted for seats to the CBA Board of Directors and to the Associate / Allied Steering Committee. Please review our Board of Directors page for more information. Nomination Deadline is September 15, 2023

CBA Members: Refer a colleague for CBA membership. Visit the Join page to access the online referral form!

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CAlifornia Bus Association

Representing California's Bus Industry Since 1969

NOTIFICATION ALERT:
(1) Nominations are now being accepted for the CBA's annual Awards program. Recognize a Driver, Technician, or a fellow Motorcoach Operator for one of these prestigious awards.
(2) Nominations are now being accepted for seats on the CBA Board of Directors and on the Associate / Allied Steering Council.
(3) REGISTER NOW for the 49th Annual Convention & Tradeshow.
(4) Now you can refer a colleague for CBA membership.
Please check the Notifications Section of your left sidebar for details.

Upcoming events

    • November 05, 2023
    • November 07, 2023
    • Reno, NV
    Register

    49th Annual California Bus Association Convention & Trade Show

    November 5th - 7th, 2023

    Silver Legacy Resort Casino
    407 N Virginia Street
    Reno, NV, 89501

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    Please return to this section for updated Exhibitor Schedule & Rules

    CLICK HERE FOR A SINGLE DAY REGISTRATION!

    Sunday, November 5, 2023

    8:00 am - 5:30 pm - Registration Open
    Badges sponsored by Sardo Bus & Coach Upholstry

    9:15 am - 3:15 pm - FAM Tour – National Auto Museum

    11:00 am -5:00 pm - CBA Annual Golf Tournament - LakeRidge Golf Course
    Sponsored by Republic Indemnity

    5:30 pm - 7:00pm - 2023 CBA Welcome Reception
    Sponsored by Motor Coach Industries & Amaya Astron Seating

    7:00 pm - Open evening for dine arounds or open dining

    Monday, November 6, 2023

    7:00 am - 5:00 pm - Registration Open

    7:30 am - Set-up Bus Exhibits

    7:30 am - 8:45 am - Breakfast Buffet and Attendee Introductions

    9:00 am - 10:00 am - Education Session
    Speaker: Peter Shelbo, Spader Group

    10:00 am - 10:15 am - Break

    10:15 am - 11:15 am - Keynote Address
    Speaker: TBA
    Sponsored by Irizar USA

    11:15 am - 12:15 pm - National Industry Updates - UMA & ABA

    12:15 pm - 2:30 pm - Lunch: Food Trucks on 4th Street
    Sponsored by ABC Companies

    12:15 pm - 2:30 pm - Bus Display Open

    2:30 pm - 2:45 pm - Break

    2:45 pm - 3:30 pm - Education Session: Financial Readings - P & L , Balances, and more.
    Speaker: Tracy Fickett, BusBooks

    3:30 pm - 4:15 pm - Education Session: Employee Leaves and New Employment Laws
    Speaker: Brian Mills, Snell & Wilmer

    4:15 pm - 4:30 pm - Break

    4:45 pm - 5:30 pm - Education Session: Innovative Training Ideas
    Speaker: TBA

    5:30pm - 6:00 pm - Break

    6:30pm - 10:00 pm - Monday Night Madness - National Bowling Stadium (walkable)
    Lead Sponsors: ABC Companies, Daimler, Lancer, MCI, Prevost

    Tuesday, November 7, 2023

    6:00 am - Noon - Exhibit Set Up for Vendor Showcase

    7:00 am - 5:00 pm - Registration Open

    8:00 am - 8:45am - Seated Breakfast
    Sponsored by ABC Companies


    Sponsored by National Interstate Insurance

    8:45 am - 12:30 pm - BISC West
    Kevin Fischer, ABA BISC Council Liaison

    8:45 am - 9:45 am   Distracted Driving
    Presented by National Interstate
    • Monitoring
    • Company Policy
    • Best Practices
    9:45 am - 10:45 am   NTSB Update
    Presented by Mike LaPonte
    NTSB Highway Crash Investigator
    10:45 am - 11:00 am   Break
    11:00 am - 11:45 am   CVSA
    Presented by Jeremy Disbrow
    Roadside Inspection Specialist
    11:45 am - 12:30 am   Safety Director 101
    Presented by Mike McDonal
    Director of Regulatory Compliance, Saucon Technologies

    • Safety Management Cycle

    12:30 pm - 1:00 pm - Lunch Buffet

    Sponsored by Prevost

    1:00 pm - 1:45 pm - Presentation: California Advocacy
    Speaker: TBA

    1:45 pm - 3:45 pm - Vendor Showcase Table Displays

    Note: Non-displaying vendors are prohibited from entering the display area or meeting with operators during this time

    3:45pm - 4:15 pm - Vendor Feedback

    4:00 pm - 5:00 pm - CBA Operator Round Table and Q&A
    Moderator: Tom Giddens, Pacific Coachways

    6:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Cocktail Reception
    Sponsored by Saucon Technologies

    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Gala Awards Dinner
    Desserts sponsored by Robinson Oil, TEMSA NA

    Encouraged Attire: Men - Sport Coat, Tie Optional. Women - Cocktail Attire

    9:00 pm - Midnight - Gala AfterParty - Aura Ulta Lounge

    Wednesday, November 8, 2023

    8:30 am - 9:30 am - Board of Directors Breakfast, hosted by Juan Lepe, MCI

    10:00 am - Noon - CBA Board Meeting (Board Members Only)


    Golf Cancellation Policy:
    Golfers, please be advised that cancellation is not available once registered. You may, however, send a substitute if you are unable to fulfill your reservation. Please notify us of your substitute's name and mobile number at your earliest opportunity. Please note that substitute must be a registered attendee of the CBA 49th annual Convention and Tradeshow.

    Cancellation Policy:
    Individual cancellations will be accepted in writing only and must be made prior to 5:00 p.m. PT on Friday, October 20, 2023, in order to receive a full refund, less a $25.00 processing fee. Refunds for individual cancellations made after 5:00 p.m. on October 20, 2023, will be offered at 50% of registration fee. Registrants who do not attend without the benefit of advance cancellation will forfeit their registration fee.

    Waiver of Liability:
    By registering for the California Bus Association’s (“CBA”) 2023 Annual Convention & Trade Show (“Convention”), Registrant hereby irrevocably releases CBA, its staff, directors, presenters, employees and any other individuals or entities associated with CBA, from any and all liability related to, or arising from, Registrant’s attendance and participation in the Convention, the information provide therein, changes to its schedule, and hospitality services (e.g. lodging, food and transportation) incidental to the Convention, including, but not be limited to, any and claims, actions or losses for bodily injury, property damage, death, costs, expenses, and charges. Registrant voluntarily and knowingly assumes all risks related to, or arising from, the Convention.


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