Harkins Named Agent Summit Master of Ceremonies
Top trainer Bob Harkins will serve as the 2019 event’s master of ceremonies in Las Vegas.

LAS VEGAS — Organizers of Agent Summit announced today that the American Guardian Group of Companies’ vice president of training, Robert “Bob” Harkins, will return to the stage as master of ceremonies. The 2019 event is scheduled for May 19–22 at the Venetian Palazzo Resort Hotel Casinos.
“Agent Summit has become a staple event for automotive general agents and I am honored to be returning once again,” said Harkins. “This is a true meeting of the minds. Each year I leave with new ideas to take back to the office and to my clients — you don’t want to miss this!”
As a respected trainer in the F&I space, Harkins brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience and he is well suited to the task of welcoming speakers and encouraging attendee participation. As in past years, Agent Summit will include featured sessions and executive panels, networking opportunities and receptions, as well as the annual Reinsurance Symposium and ACE compliance certification, all included as part of your full show pass.
“Attendees have come to know and expect Bob’s level of expertise and energy at the Summit events,” said David Gesualdo, show chair and publisher of Agent Entrepreneurand F&I and Showroom. “This event’s value is elevated by Bob’s participation and I am looking forward to seeing what he has in store for this year.”
Registration for Agent Summit 2019 will open in the coming weeks, stay tuned to AgentSummit.comfor more information. To discuss sponsorship or exhibition opportunities, contact David Gesualdo at 727-947-4027 or via email.
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