AIM/R 53rd Annual Conference (Oct. 20 -23, 2025)

Working on your business... and not just in it.

AIM/R's headed to Scottsdale for the 53rd Annual Conference. The Scottsdale Resort & Spa is our home base, just minutes from downtown Scottsdale.

Our theme is Working on your business... and not just in it. By our nature as Rep Agents, we thrive in networking, travel, and making the sale. However, there are several moving parts to the core of our companies.

Together we can do more for our businesses this fall but only if you join us. Join your industry colleagues and peers this October for an experience that will have you exploring new horizons.

Scottsdale, Arizona USA

Both the Conference Committee and I are jumping into the planning now to bring you the very best. Your AIM/R Favorites - Networking opportunities, critical topics facing the industry, Vendor Exhibits, LOT/T Experience - are on the schedule. Be on the lookout for a few new things in 2025.

Check-out what awaits you in Scottsdale through this video!

 2025 REVEAL - AIM/R 53rd Annual Conference

Mark your calendar for next October! Registration and housing open in Spring 2025.

Jeff Blair, 2025 AIM/R Conference Chair

Jeff Blair
2025 Conference Chair
President, Barclay Sales Ltd.

Registration - General Information

Who Attends and When?

Rep Agents 3 Days: October 20–23, 2025
Manufacturers 2 Days: October 20–21, 2025
 

Fees for 2025 will be announced in Spring 2025.

2024 Fees

Early Bird 

2024 Fees

Regular 

Rep Agents: First Registrant* $995 $1,195
Rep Agents: Additional Registrants (same firm)* $895 $1095
Past Presidents' Incentive*
$700 $700
Spouses/Guests* $650 $750
Rep Agents: Non-member* $1,500 $1,900
Vendors: Software & Service Provider*** $850 $850
Vendors: Additional Software & Service Provider (same firm)*** $650 $650
Manufacturers** $650 $650
New Members $550 $550

 

*Rep Agency, Past Presidents, and Spouses / Guests

Monday Welcome Reception; First-timers' Reception (First-timers' only); all networking breakfasts and lunches, all educational sessions; and Tuesday evening Reception

**Manufacturer Activities / Oct. 20th - 21st

Monday Welcome Reception; networking breakfast and lunch on Tuesday, keynote presentation & educational sessions on Tuesday; and Tuesday evening Reception

***Vendor Activities

(1) Tabletop display, Monday Welcome Reception, all networking breakfasts and lunches, all educational sessions, Tuesday evening Reception 

Early Bird Discount

Available through July 1, 2025

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations received by July 1st, 2025 will receive a full refund. No refunds will be issued after July 1st, 2025. Cancellations must be in writing and sent to [email protected].

If the event cannot take place due to reasons of Force Majeure, AIM/R will provide monetary credits for registrations fees purchased in 2025 for this event in 2026.

Payment

Payment can be made online or by fax. The following credit cards are accepted by AIM/R: VISA, MasterCard, and American Express. Payments by check can be mailed to AIM/R 800 Roosevelt Road, C-312, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137.

Safety Guidelines Consent

AIM/R is committed to your safety and comfort at the AIM/R 53rd Annual Conference (Oct. 20th- Oct. 21st, 2025) and will adhere to the guidelines and restrictions set forth by the State of Arizaon and The Scottsdale Resort & Spa at the time of the Annual Conference. By registering as an attendee, I agree to abide by these guidelines and any restrictions.

Photography & Video Recording Consent

Photography and video recording will be used throughout AIM/R's Annual Conference and at related activities. Registration and attendance at and/or participation in AIM/R's Annual Conference or other activities constitutes an agreement and consent by each registrant or participant for AIM/R and/or its licensees to use and distribute (both now and in the future) the image, likeness and voice of each registrant or participant (or family members) in photographs, videotapes, printed material, electronic reproductions and audio recording that are taken or recorded at such event or related activities.

There were more than 630 total registrants at the 2024 AIM/R 52nd Annual Conference in Nashville, Tennessee. For a photo recap of the Annual Conference 2024, click here.


Sponsorships 2024

Thank you to our Manufacturers, Rep Agencies, Vendors, and Press Partners that sponsored in 2024. Here's the running list. Sponsorship sales for 2025 will open in December.

MarqueeAssociation Partnership

  • A.O. Smith
  • Bradford White
  • Winsupply

ChampionAssociation Partnership

  • Mifab, Inc.
  • Morris Group International
  • Smith & Stevenson
  • Southwestern Mechanical Sales
  • Taco
  • Watts Water Technologies

SustainingAssociation Partnership

  • Hajoca
  • Sloan Valve Company

2024 EventSponsorship

  • American Bath Group

    Welcome Reception Bar – Tue Sep 17

  • American Supply Association

    General Support

  • Barclay Sales

    AIM/R Hospitality Off-site

  • Carr Company

    For Reps Only – General Support

  • Central Sales, Inc.

    For Reps

  • Cooper New England Sales

    For Reps

  • Deerman Sales

    For Reps Only – General Support

  • Hugh M. Cunningham Companies

    Keynote – Wed Sep 18th

  • Inland Sales

    For Reps Only – General Support

  • Marsh & Moore, Inc.

    For Reps

  • Mega Western, Inc.

    General Support

  • Michel Sales Agency

    For Reps

  • New Century Sales, Inc.

    For Reps Only – General Support

  • Pepco Sales & Marketing

    LOT/T Event – Thu Sep 19th

  • Platsky Company, Inc.

    For Reps

  • P-M & Associates, Inc.

    Keynote – Wed Sep 18th

  • Preferred Sales Associates

    Keynote – Wed Sep 18th

  • Preferred Sales, Inc.

    For Reps

  • Rich-Tomkins

    For Reps Only – General Support

  • Signature Sales

    LOT/T Event – Thu Sep 19th

  • Snider, Inc.

    Keynote – Wed Sep 18th

  • Southwest Sales

    For Reps

  • Spirit Group

    Entertainment – Welcome Reception Sep 17th

  • Sunbelt Marketing

    Keynote – Wed Sep 18th

  • Supply House Times

    Welcome Reception – Tue Sep 17th

  • Synergy Sales NW, LLC

    For Reps

  • The Joyce Agency

    For Reps

  • The Morgan Group

    For Reps

  • Tim Morales & Associates

    For Reps Only – General Support

  • United Sales Agency

    General Support

  • Wiggs-Haun & Bohan

    Conference Chair Support

  • The Wholesaler

    Reception – Wed Sep 18th

  • W.R. Bristow

    Keynote – Wed Sep 18th

  • NH Yates

    For Reps Only – General Support

Vendor Exhibits

AIM/R Vendor Partners

Photo courtesy of Kim Burke, IS/Quote

Service Providers, Media, and Fellow Associations

The Vendor Exhibits at the Annual Conference is a good opportunity for attendees to one-stop shop for the latest service providers and to touch base with industry publications and associations.

Thank you to our Vendors in 2023:

  • ATS Software
  • Empowering Systems
  • FOCALCXM
  • Growth Dyamics
  • HARDI
  • IS QUOTE Job Quoting & Tracking Software
  • Mindset-Conquest
  • MRERF
  • Rep Order Management
  • Rep Fabric
  • Southern PHC
  • Supply House Times
  • T.I.P.S. 4 Reps
  • The Wholesaler

Interested in exhibiting? Contact [email protected] or call 630.942.6581.

Leaders of Tomorrow... Today

AIM/R LOT/T – Leaders of Tomorrow ...Today

Are you a member of AIM/R LOT/T?

Not sure? AIM/R LOT/T is Leaders of Tomorrow... Today. If you are an up-and-coming leader in your organization or new to the industry, then you automatically qualify as a member of LOT/T. Team members with Rep Agencies and Manufacturers can participate in LOT/T events. Look for the 2025 roll-out of activities.

FAQ

Airport & Ground Transportation

What airport should I use?

There is one airport to consider for travel to Scottsdale, Arizona USA?

Nashville International Airport (BNA) approximately 20 miles (35 minutes) from the hotel

Check flight options accordingly. Note that ground travel times will vary pending time of day and traffic patterns between the airport and the hotel. Please plan accordingly.

How do I get from the airport to the resort?

Check out the Ground Transportation page on the airport website. Uber and Lyft are options in addition to car rentals and shuttle buses.

Valet Parking at the hotel is $62/night + taxes. There are self-parking options nearby but not affilated with the hotel. 

How do I learn more about the area?

For a sneak peek at what the area has to offer, check-out the official Website at: xxxx

Days for Attending and Events

When should I arrive at the resort?

All attendees should plan on being at the resort by 5:00pm central  on Monday, Oct. 20th. 

The First-timers' Reception (Invitation Only) begins at 5:30pm mountain (MST) at The Scottsdale Resort & Spa. The Welcome Reception for all attendees begins at 6:00pm. Badges are required to attend all events.

Manufacturer attendees should arrive at the resort by 5:00pm mountain (MST) on Monday, Oct. 20th,  for the Welcome Reception. Badges are required to attend all events.

What part of the Annual Conference do I attend?

Manufacturers attend from Monday through Tuesday evening (Oct. 20th – 21st). Manufacturers depart on Wednesday morning.

Thursday morning.

Rep Agents attend from Tuesday through Friday (Sept. 17th – 20th). The Annual Conference ends at 1:00pm central on Friday. Rep Agents usually depart on Friday afternoon.

Where is the LOT/T Event this year?

It's official... The 7th annual LOT/T's of Brews Happy Hour will be held at Pins Mechanical - a short walk or ride from the hotel. The event runs from 6:00pm to 8:00pm central on Thursday, Sept. 19th. This event is Invitation Only and open to LOT/T Members, First-time Attendees, and New Members of the AIM/R.