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School Bus Fleet ConneX: VIP Treatment for Transportation Pros

Experience the "SBFX Effect" by applying today to join us in Arizona for our VIP networking event focused on school transportation managers.

Wes Platt
Wes PlattFormer Executive Editor
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June 19, 2024
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SBFX aims to make sure you know how much you matter in the realm of school transportation.

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Tired of getting lost in the crowd of large industry events? School Bus Fleet ConneX (SBFX) is renowned for its dynamic mix of networking, education, and innovation in the pupil transportation industry in a luxurious, intimate atmosphere.

SBFX, slated for Sept. 23-25 in Scottsdale, Az., provides a VIP experience to attendees from school districts and contractor fleets across the country while equipping them with connections, insights, and tips to make their fleets more efficient and reliable.

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VIP Treatment: All About You

Before you even arrive at the resort for SBFX in September, you'll receive tailored communications and support to make sure your travel and lodging needs are met without any issues, giving you more bandwidth to get the most from the event.

After you arrive, you'll be more than just a number in our intimate setting for exclusive networking sessions, dinners, and receptions where you can connect with fellow transportation leaders and key vendors. Before you know it, these interactions can lead to lasting professional relationships and profitable collaborations.

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From beginning to end, School Bus Fleet ConneX is about you and the connections you make for the benefit of your student passengers.

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Getting the Answers You Need

Perhaps the greatest feature of the VIP experience at SBFX is the opportunity for one-on-one consultations with industry experts. These sessions put you front and center to delve into your district's specific challenges, allowing for personalized advice.

Whether you want to reduce operating costs, boost fleet efficiency, or integrate new technologies aboard your school buses, these critical consultations provide connections that can be leveraged right away.

Be Your Best, Feel Your Best

SBFX is hosted at a top-tier venue with luxurious accommodations and amenities. From comfortable, well-appointed rooms to delicious dining options, your stay is engineered for relaxation and rejuvenation.

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We want you to feel recharged while our team pays attention to all the other details that let you fully engage with SBFX content and networking opportunities.

The Road Back with New Wisdom

The real value of the SBFX experience - the SBFX Effect - is measured by how it affects your school transportation fleet operations back home.

With new connections, practical tips, and industry insights, you'll be well-armed to make changes that improve efficiency, cut costs, and enhance your fleet's overall performance. The knowledge and connections you make at SBFX should provide fresh confidence to lead your team and make better-informed decisions.

The VIP experience at School Bus Fleet ConneX is a vital part of what makes this event so valuable to school transportation directors. SBFX treats you like royalty and provides tailored actionable insights, ensuring that you come away with new knowledge, a fresh perspective, and strategies that let you and your team elevate your operations.

Don't miss the chance to be treeted like a fleet VIP and take your district down new roads. Register today and experience the School Bus Fleet ConneX difference for yourself.

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