Monday, June 9
Senator
Shelley Moore Capito
Shelley Moore Capito became West Virginia’s first female Senator in 2014 and was re-elected in 2020 with over 70% of the vote. Prior to the Senate, she served 14 years in the U.S. House and four years in the West Virginia House of Delegates. Committed to bipartisan solutions, she actively engages with West Virginians and serves on several committees, including Appropriations, Commerce, and Environmental and Public Works (EPW), where she is chairman. Capito focuses on West Virginia’s priorities, such as energy jobs, infrastructure, and broadband expansion. A native of Glen Dale, she holds degrees from Duke University and the University of Virginia and resides in Charleston with her husband and three adult children, enjoying time with eight grandchildren.
Attorney General
JB McCuskey
John “JB” McCuskey is the 35th Attorney General of West Virginia, previously serving as State Auditor and in the House of Delegates. He holds a Political Communication degree from The George Washington University and a Juris Doctorate from West Virginia University. A Harrison County native, McCuskey values public service and family, being a husband to Wendy and father to daughters Charlotte Anne and Martha Elizabeth. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, attending their activities, and assisting with his wife’s small business.
Pullin, Fowler, Flanagan, Brown & Poe
Johnnie Brown
Johnnie is an owner and managing partner in the law firm of Pullin, Fowler, Flanagan, Brown & Poe, PLLC, with offices in Charleston, Morgantown, Martinsburg and Beckley. He has served as President of the National Association of Dealer Counsel (NADC), a national organization of approximately 650 attorneys representing the interest of motor vehicle dealers. He has over thirty years of experience in representing motor vehicle dealers in all areas of federal and state, consumer, employment and wage law, franchise law, manufacturer disputes, advertising, buy-sell agreements, etc. He serves as General Counsel for the West Virginia Automobile Dealers Association and has presented at the Association’s annual conventions since the mid-1990s. He is the author of the West Virginia Franchise Law and West Virginia’s “cure offer” statute
ChampTitles
Robert Franko
Robert Franko is a Program Manager with a strong record of success leading statewide electronic title management initiatives. He brings deep expertise in launching large-scale digital transformations, aligning government agencies, automotive dealers, and technology partners to deliver streamlined, compliant, and user-friendly workflows. With a focus on operational excellence and stakeholder engagement, Robert consistently drives results that accelerate title processing and enhance the end-user experience.
ChampTitles
Chris Keller
Chris Keller is a Senior Solutions Manager who specializes in statewide electronic title management programs. She works with partners to integrate cutting-edge technology into complex regulatory frameworks, modernizing legacy workflows to accelerate title processing and boost efficiency. With strategic, collaborative leadership, Chris drives digital transformation initiatives that empower dealers to deploy advanced title solutions and enhance customer satisfaction.
Tuesday, June 10
Haig Partners
Derek Garber
Derek has been involved in the purchase or sale of more than 127 dealerships with a transaction value of $3.25B. His background includes serving as an Associate in Audit and Reporting Advisory services at Deloitte where he was involved in audits of both public and private clients, as well as IPO readiness services for one of the largest online retail companies. Previously, Derek was a Retail Investment Sales Analyst at Jones Lang LaSalle, the 2 largest real estate services firm, where he assisted on retail real estate transactions with a value of more than $500 million. Derek is a CPA and has a BS in Finance and a BS in Accountancy from Florida State University.
NADA
Brian Bennett
Brian Bennett serves as Director and Counsel—Regulatory Affairs at the National Automobile Dealers Association (“NADA”). He is responsible for assisting in the planning, organization, management and execution of regulatory affairs functions related to privacy, data security, telecommunications and advertising. Prior to joining NADA, he served as Vice President, Government Affairs and Policy at the Direct Selling Association where he directed the regulatory and legislative activities of the government relations team to engage policymakers on consumer protection, labor and tax issues. He also authored multiple amicus briefs for the United States Supreme Court, federal courts and a state Supreme Court. Brian also has experience at another national trade association focusing on transportation issues, Capitol Hill and a national political party focusing on electing statewide candidates. He lives in Maryland with his wife and three children.
ComplyAuto
Sherryl Nens
Sherryl Nens has extensive work experience in various roles and industries. Sherryl has held positions such as Vice President of Sales at ComplyAuto, Business Consultant at SNJ Solutions Inc., and Content Creator and Blogger for their brand blog, Bright Dais Ahead. Sherryl also served as a Go to Market Launch Manager at AutoAlert. At ComplyAuto, they excel by ensuring accuracy and integrity in their comprehensive compliance solutions, covering everything from privacy and cybersecurity to sales and marketing. They are the #1 recommended compliance provider, endorsed by over 40 dealer associations. Their unique offerings include a $1 million guarantee and a price match program, ensuring your dealership is protected affordably. Additionally, our bundling discounts with Privacy+Guardian+Safety ensure full compliance and cost savings.
WVU Football Coach
Rich Rodriguez
Rich Rodriguez was appointed the 36th head football coach at West Virginia University on December 12, 2024. With over 30 years of coaching experience, including 27 as a head coach, he has a record of 190-129-2 and has won numerous coaching awards. Notable achievements include leading teams to 14 bowl games, coaching multiple NFL players and All-Americans, and developing standout dual-threat quarterbacks like Pat White and Denard Robinson. Before returning to West Virginia, Rodriguez enjoyed success at Jacksonville State, leading them to a 27-10 record and multiple championships. He has also coached at Arizona, Michigan, and Clemson, with a successful tenure at each, including four Big East titles at West Virginia and a Pac-12 South Division title at Arizona. A former player at West Virginia, Rodriguez is well-regarded for his innovative coaching style and program-building skills. He and his wife, Rita, have two children.