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Membership Benefits
Driving Growth Through Education, Connection, and Innovation
Heartland is committed to strengthening the carwash and detailing industry through education, collaboration, and meaningful industry connections. We help operators, partners, and professionals access valuable insights, practical solutions, and opportunities that support long-term business growth.
Through conferences, events, and educational programs, Heartland brings together professionals from every corner of the industry—from operators and suppliers to engineers, innovators, planners, and designers. It’s a place to connect, exchange ideas, discover new opportunities, and grow alongside peers who share a passion for moving the industry forward.
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CARWASH OWNER
CARWASH OPERATOR
Powerful Connections. One Smart Membership.
Designed specifically for car wash owners and operators, HCA's Individual Membership delivers real value where it matters most. For one low annual price, you'll get:
- Legislative Advocacy that protects your business across our nine-state region
- Discounted Business Services to save you money year-round
- Invitation to Our Annual Product & Equipment Show - network, learn, and grow
- Access to HCA Member Meetings & Webinars - stay informed and connected
- Business Listing on Our Website to increase your visibility
- Free Classified Ads to buy, sell, or hire within the industry
- SPLASH! Newsletter packed with timely updates, opportunities, and insider info
Whether you're running one location or managing multiple sites, your HCA membership puts you in the driver's seat—backed by the collective voice of the Heartland carwash community.
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CARWASH VENDORS
MANUFACTURERS
SUPPLIERS & DISTRIBUTORS
Unmatched Value. Unbeatable Exposure.
For one of the best advertising investments in the car wash industry, HCA offers a powerful platform to grow your brand across the Heartland region and beyond. Your membership includes:
- Direct Access to Car Wash Operators across our nine-state region
- Legislative Advocacy that supports your business interests
- FREE Display Booth at our premier Annual Product & Equipment Show
- Buyer's Guide Listing + Link on our website to boost visibility
- Ad Opportunities in both our SPLASH! Newsletter and on our website
- Free Classified Listings on our website to reach engaged readers
Whether you're a seasoned vendor or looking to break into new markets, HCA gives you the exposure, connections, and credibility to make it happen—all at the best price in the business.
"Heartland Express" Shipping Program
Want to attend all 3 Spring Car Wash Trade Shows and save BIG money on shipping???
In the past, to attend all 3 shows, vendors were shipping to each show and back home after each show, a total of 6 shipping charges. Heartland Express reduces that to 4 shipping charges to attend all three shows!!!
How does it work
You ship from home to the SW Show, after the show ABF ships your exhibit to the HCA Show and warehouses your display until time to deliver it there, after the HCA show ABF will ship to the ICA Show and again warehouse until time to deliver to the ICA Show, after the ICA Show ABF will ship your exhibit home. Reducing your cost to 4 shipments.
Additional Savings
Because ABF will be consolidating all vendor freight and combining them into Full Truckload Shipments, Vendors realize the savings of not paying LTL (less than full truckload) rates.
What are the warehousing Costs
ABF is providing 30-days free warehousing in-between shows and will coordinate with the Decorator contacts for each show to ensure timely delivery to your booth space.
Will my Display be safe
ABF has enough trailers so that once your Display arrives at the next Show City, it will remain on the trailer until delivered to the next show venue. That way your Display is not handled multiple times, risking damages and it will be in a secure ABF Facility, locked in the trailer.
What if we have questions while we are at the show
ABF will have people on-site at all three shows to answer questions and assist with your shipments.
ABF Point of Contact: Timothy Allison, Senior Director Tradeshow Division
p: (708) 458-8863 c: (708) 259-3718
