Konica Minolta Brings High Velocity to Chicago Dealer Summit
“The worst seems to be behind them.” This was my first thought when hearing Laura Blackmer open the general session on the first day of the Konica Minolta 2024 High Velocity Dealer Summit, which was held in Chicago from August 5-7. The tone, energy, and information presented was vastly different than the last Konica Minolta dealer event I attended in 2022. There was no discussion of inventory challenges, delayed orders, or thanking dealers for their patience. Instead, Konica Minolta showcased optimism, sharing new revenue opportunities for dealers and reviewing improved financial figures from FY2023 and a strong first quarter in fiscal 2024. Overall, the company appears to be experiencing its first “normal” year compared to the volatility of the last four.