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May 13 – 15, 2026

The Brown Palace Hotel

Denver, Colorado

Registration Now Open! Early-Bird Discount Pricing Available Through February 15, 2026.

The towing and recovery industry is evolving rapidly. Today, “keeping your eye on the road” means far more than operating a truck – it means staying alert to new challenges, new regulations, new technologies, and new business demands. Many of the issues you’ll face in the coming years have little to do with equipment, but everything to do with leadership and strategy.

You don’t have to navigate these challenges on your own. The Tow Summit equips you with practical knowledge, valuable tools, and meaningful connections you can rely on long after the event ends. Expand your network, strengthen your resources, and prepare your company for whatever lies ahead.

Make the Most of Your Trip – Experience Denver

While you’re in town for the Tow Summit, take a few extra days to enjoy everything Denver, Colorado has to offer. Known as the Mile High City, Denver blends urban energy with stunning natural beauty. Explore its vibrant arts scene, award-winning restaurants, craft breweries, and lively downtown districts – or venture just outside the city for breathtaking mountain views, hiking, and outdoor adventures.

Whether you’re looking to unwind, explore, or add a little fun to your business trip, Denver delivers an unforgettable experience. Make your visit more than an event – make it a getaway.

Hotel Information

 

The Brown Palace Hotel – A Denver Icon

Welcome to The Brown Palace Hotel, a historic gem nestled in the heart of downtown Denver, Colorado. This four-diamond, four-star hotel has been a symbol of luxury and sophistication since 1892. Whether you’re in town for business or leisure, our central location places you just steps away from the 16th Street Mall, Coors Field, the Denver Art Museum, and Ball Arena.

 

A link to the Tow Summit’s discount room block at The Brown Palace will be included with your registration confirmation. Register TODAY! 

 

Take a journey through time and learn more about our storied past:
👉 Discover the History of The Brown Palace

Browse images of our timeless elegance:
👉 View Our Photo Gallery

Interested in being a part of future Tow Summits? Please contact Brenda Faulman to learn how.

Why Tow Summit?

About Tow Summit

The 2026 Tow Summit Sponsors Welcome You to Denver!

A huge thanks to this year’s Tow Summit sponsors for their commitment to improving the industry through information sharing.

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What people have to say about us

Employees: Recruit, Retain, Maintain

“Love the handout and thanks to the Tow Summit for the books. Can’t wait to read them.”

“Very real presentation.” 

“I think they are a dynamic duo!” 

“Excellent hand outs and books are fantastic!! Will order more for sure. Could have interacted more with the audience.”

“Such a very positive and informative session. I truly hope most everyone in attendance takes the qualities learned back to their businesses.”

by Mack & Ria Story

Employees: Recruit, Retain, Maintain

Taking Dispatch to the Next Level

“Please make his sessions longer so Mike can cover everything and we can internalize.” 

“Mike, keep up the good work and outstanding effort.”

“Please bring him back to address manager training.”

“Loved the interaction with others.”

“Awesome info all around. Great interaction. High energy. Two hours felt like 20 minutes.”

by Mike Porter

Taking Dispatch to the Next Level

What Does Your Profit And Loss Statement Say?

“Leaned how to break down the numbers.”

“Excellent presentation to explain financial reports to non-financial people. Great job.”

“Good overall view of cost and operations.”

“He really made all of his topics and ideas plain and easy to understand.”

“More like this! A week long with Bert please.”

by Bert King

What Does Your Profit And Loss Statement Say?

Stop Guessing About Your Income

“This is a tower who knew his facts.”

“Fantastic.” 

“I didn’t know these theories. Very helpful.”

“Excellent information. Excel spreadsheet available to all.”

by Doug Nelson

Stop Guessing About Your Income

Work Life Balance

“The work-life balance insight was much needed. My spouse and I work in the same business together as owners.”

“Very different seminar than most Summit sessions. Well needed. Excellent.”

“A tower talking about something we all deal with and he knows!”

by Vito Strolis

Work Life Balance

Face to Face with OOIDA

“Interesting to hear OOIDA’s long-term goals and perspectives.”

“Needed more time for discussion.” 

“Host these sessions earlier in the Summit for the people who had to leave.”

“More events like this.”

by Mike McGovern and Mike Matousek (OOIDA)

Face to Face with OOIDA

2023 Tow Summit Sessions

Summit attendees are invited to join us for the following sessions and more.

Overview of Federal Wage and Hour Regulations

An audit by the U.S. Department of Labor can be devastating.  Towing companies are increasingly becoming targets of investigation. Towing industry attorney Michael McGovern, of The McGovern Law Firm, will review the DOL rules regarding minimum wage, on-call employees, commission pay, drivers as independent contractors, and important exceptions, and share tips on how to respond to an audit. 

Speaker: Michael McGovern, The McGovern Law Firm

The Impact of Inflation on Your Business

Some economists are predicting inflation will last into 2023. What could the impact of an extended inflationary period be on your towing company?

Speaker: Tom Tedford, Guardian Fleet Services

2022 Tow Summit Sessions

Summit attendees are invited to join us for the following sessions and more.

Overview of Federal Wage and Hour Regulations

An audit by the U.S. Department of Labor can be devastating.  Towing companies are increasingly becoming targets of investigation. Towing industry attorney Michael McGovern, of The McGovern Law Firm, will review the DOL rules regarding minimum wage, on-call employees, commission pay, drivers as independent contractors, and important exceptions, and share tips on how to respond to an audit. 

Speaker: Michael McGovern, The McGovern Law Firm

The Impact of Inflation on Your Business

Some economists are predicting inflation will last into 2023. What could the impact of an extended inflationary period be on your towing company?

Speaker: Tom Tedford, Guardian Fleet Services

Thank you to our 2019 Summit sponsors who help make this innovative event possible.

This is the only official site by which attendees can book their Summit hotel rooms. Do not go through any other housing service, it is a scam. Exhibitor reservations are booked through Brenda Faulman: brenda@towtimesmag.com.

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