All Access Podcast by the Auto Appearance Institute

Host: Gene Fetty
Guests: Noah from DentOps, Ryan Hampton

🔗 Visit www.hailexpo.com for full event info and updates!

In this special live edition, Gene Fetty is joined by co-organizers Noah (DentOps) and Ryan Hampton to bring you the inside scoop on the return of the Hail Expo for 2025.
This is the event that’s reigniting the industry conversation around collaboration, education, and innovation in hail repair.

[0:00] Welcome & Why We’re Live
First-ever live recording for the podcast — bringing fresh energy and real-time engagement.

[3:00] The History of the Hail Expo
Ryan shares how the idea was born from early technician meetings and events during his time running a hail company in St. Louis.

[6:45] Why Bring It Back Now?
Discussion on the need for industry connection post-COVID and the new energy in hail-focused PDR.

[12:00] What to Expect at the 2025 Hail Expo
Details on the layout, training sessions, networking, and tool showcases.

[19:30] Who This Event Is For
PDR techs, hail chasers, body shops, tool companies, and newcomers — everyone has a place at Hail Expo.

[25:00] Building Community in the Industry
A heartfelt conversation on supporting each other, learning together, and lifting the standard of professionalism.

Organizers: DentOps, Auto Appearance Institute, Ryan Hampton

Purpose: Bring together top techs, trainers, and tool vendors for a focused, impactful hail-specific experience.

Location & Date Info: Head over to www.hailexpo.com for everything you need.

The Hail Expo isn’t just an event — it’s a revival of what makes this community great.

Whether you’ve been chasing hail for years or just starting, this is your event.

You’ll leave better trained, better connected, and more fired up about your business.