ARA Convention
Interested in becoming a sponsor and/or exhibitor at the ARA Convention?
Contact homeoffice@americanrecoveryassn.org or call 972.775.4755.
Sponsors
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Exhibitors
Sponsored by Harding Brooks, the American Recovery Association’s 62nd Annual Convention will take place September 29–30, 2026, at the Westin Stonebriar Dallas Golf Resort & Spa in Dallas, TX. This event brings together ARA members 285+, lenders, and vendors for two days of meaningful networking, brand visibility, and industry collaboration in a more intimate setting.
As a bonus, this year’s convention is aligned with Capital One’s Summit (by invitation only), happening just after the convention at the same location—creating even more opportunity to connect with key industry players.
📍 Event Details
Dates: September 29–30, 2026
Location: Westin Stonebriar Dallas Golf Resort & Spa
1549 Legacy Drive, Frisco, TX 75034
HOTEL RESERVATIONS
Book your stay at The Westin Dallas Stonebriar Golf Resort & Spa using ARA’s exclusive room block to receive special convention rates. Rooms are limited—reserve yours today.
Here are five reasons you should attend the annual convention:
#1
Participate in our lenders round table to discuss issues impacting the recovery industry.
#2
Get a deep dive into everything ARA is working on and how it impacts you.
#3
Election of new board members. New board positions will be voted on at the convention. You must be present to vote.
#4
Your participation at the annual convention makes the association stronger.
#5
Network exclusively with other ARA members and clients.
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ARA Convention Agenda
Monday, October 20, 2025
| TIME | EVENT | DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Closed Board of Directors Meeting | Panoramic Board Room at Eldorado Hotel |
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
| TIME | EVENT | DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. | Breakfast Bites & Pastries / Networking | Exhibitor Room (Expo B) |
| 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | General Session |
General Session Room (Expo C) Todd Squires, MC |
| 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Welcome / Pledge / Prayer / President’s Address / Appointment of Nominating Committee |
Vaughn Clemmons & Ray Franklin (prayer) Nominating Committee: Sophia Pabon, Florida Repossession Agency; David Handschin, How Adjustment Services (Chair); Kelsey Summs-Chitwood, Summs Skip & Collateral Solutions |
| 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. | New Member Swearing In Ceremony & Meet and Greet | Amy Bednar & Todd Squires |
| 9:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. | Financial Report | Jeremy Cross |
| 9:45 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | Home Office Report | Todd Squires |
| 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Break |
Exhibitor Room Candidates report to Nominating Committee for ballot placement |
| 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Bylaws Discussion & Vote | Starr Sawalqah & Attorney’s Patrick Newman and Mike Poncin with Bassford Remele PA |
| 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Nominating Committee Report, Election Speeches, Election of Officers, Voting | Only voting members may vote / non-voting members must exit the room for the vote |
| 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Lunch | Exhibitor Room (Expo B) |
| 2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. | ARA Awards Ceremony | General Session Room (Expo C) |
| 2:45 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | ARA Showcase and Q&A: Elevate Your Business & Maximize Your Membership | Wayne Ray & Home Office Staff |
| 3:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. | Insurance Update & Need to Know | Mike Peplinski, Harding Brooks |
| 3:45 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Break | |
| 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Royal Key Supply Key Training | Royal Key Supply |
| 5:00 p.m. | Swearing in of New President & Wrap-Up | |
| 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | ARA Social Sponsored by RDN | Located at Novi in Eldorado Hotel |
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
| TIME | EVENT | DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
| 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Breakfast Bites & Patries / Networking | Exhibitor Room (Expo B) |
| 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. |
Welcome / Lender, Vendor & Agent Forum Sponsored by MBSi
Moderators: Ray Peloso, MBSi; John Newberry, Eagle Eye Recovery; Tyler Powell, Paramount Recovery; Kiala Hanneman, Bridgecest Credit; Daniel Moore, Cap One; Joel Bowen, Caltech Employees FCU; Kyle Baugher, ProFound Recovery Solutions; Mike Peplinski, Harding Brooks; Dave Sutton, Mont Way Auto Transport |
General Session Room (Expo C) |
| 11:30 a.m. | Wrap-Up & Closing | |
| 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | ARA & CCUCC Joint Mixer | CCUCC Exhibition Hall |
