At the JLM Lubricants’ conference which was hosted in The Netherlands, Kalimex, the UK distributor once again scooped the top award for sales. This marks the 10th year in which the team have taken the trophy home. Kalimex team members Mike Schlup, and Colin Benzie also spoke at the conference, sharing their tips and strategies for top sales success.
Conference keynote speakers included Darren Darling, founder of the DPF Doctor Network and a longstanding JLM brand ambassador. Darren discussed the JLM products he uses in his workshop and gave delegates a pre-launch glimpse into the online JLM product training he has recently developed for JLM distributors and their customers. The international bestselling marketing author Dee Blick (Kalimex retained marketer) presented a masterclass on how distributors could increase their JLM sales in 2023. DPF Doctor Network members Barry Lawson (Ewan Lawson Motors) Keith Shanahan (Shanahan Auto Services) Alan and Jeanette Landale (A&J Fleetcare) took part in an insightful on-stage discussion facilitated by Darren Darling. Topics included the recent research from Castrol on workshops recommending additives and lubricants and, how workshops should promote the use of high-quality additives to their customers.
Commenting on the conference, Mike Schlup, Kalimex Managing Director said:
“It was a fantastic event, made even more special by winning top sales. It was also good to actually meet in person with fellow JLM distributors now that restrictions have been lifted.”
