
MARS (MARKETING FOR AUTO REPAIR SHOPS) INTENSIVE, OCTOBER 26 - 28, 2026
Mon, Oct 26
|The Institute HQ
Marketing at a high level is no longer optional—it’s essential. The best shops don’t just rely on referrals; they have a marketing system in place that brings in consistent business and keeps them ahead of the competition.


Time & Location
Oct 26, 2026, 8:00 AM – Oct 28, 2026, 3:00 PM
The Institute HQ, 3789 Wall Ave, South Ogden, UT 84405, USA
About the Event
The Marketing Intensive is a hands-on, action-driven training designed to transform how you market your shop. You won’t be sitting through theory-heavy lectures. Instead, you’ll be learning and applying world-class marketing strategies in real-time, so you leave with a concrete plan you can put into action immediately.
This training is built for shop owners, managers, and marketers who want real, measurable results. You’ll work alongside industry experts who specialize in automotive marketing, covering everything from SEO and social media to AI-powered marketing and customer retention strategies. Every session is designed to give you practical tools you can use right away to drive more customers and increase profitability.
💡 What You’ll Walk Away With:
A clear, actionable marketing plan tailored to your shop.
Strategies for increasing online visibility, attracting new customers, and retaining them long-term.
Hands-on experience with AI-driven tools, emerging platforms, and cutting-edge marketing techniques.
This isn’t a passive learning experience—it’s a working session where you’ll develop, refine, and execute real marketing strategies. You’ll receive live feedback from top experts and fellow shop owners, ensuring that what you create is effective and ready to implement.
Marketing at a high level is no longer optional—it’s essential. The best shops don’t just rely on referrals; they have a marketing system in place that brings in consistent business and keeps them ahead of the competition.
If you’re ready to take control of your marketing, stop guessing, and start executing, this is where you start.
🚀 Spots are limited—secure yours now!
Hotel information:
HAMPTON INN: https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=OGDUTHX&corporateCode=0003071088
Company Name & Code:
Institute for Automotive Excellence & 0003071088
Hotel Address:
2401 Washington Blvd, Ogden, UT 84401
Hotel General Manager/Contact:
Michael Fenton
Reservation details
Individuals pay all charges unless otherwise communicated to the hotel directly. 24-hour cancellation on all rooms
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT OGDEN:
Address: 247 24th Street Ogden, Utah, USA, 84401
HILTON GARDEN INN:
Address: 2271 S Washington Blvd Ogden UT 84401
Client Name & Code
The Institute & 3480203
Director of Sales/Hotel Contact:
Lidia Acuna
Tickets
General Admission Tickets
Book now at Courtyard Ogden through Marriott, The Institute's official hotel provider, for discounts, flexible booking and more unparalleled perks. Booking link: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1737492612770&key=CORP&guestreslink2=true&app=resvlink
$1,495.00
Client/Member Ticket
Book now at Courtyard Ogden through Marriott, The Institute's official hotel provider, for discounts, flexible booking and more unparalleled perks. Booking link: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1737492612770&key=CORP&guestreslink2=true&app=resvlink
$1,195.00
Cecil's VIP Dinner (10 Max)
Limited Tickets, exclusive dinner with Cecil
$100.00
Total
$0.00
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