LAS VEGAS - The organizers of the first annual Agent Summit have announced that Randy Crisorio, president of Clearwater, Fla.-based United Development Systems Inc. (UDS), will deliver the event’s keynote address.

“I am thrilled to have an opportunity to share 30-plus years of experience with the attendees of the inaugural Agent Summit,” Crisorio said Thursday. “They can expect an interactive session loaded with ideas that will expand the level at which they compete.”

Crisorio, who also will serve on the Agent Summit advisory board, will present “The Value of Agents and Agencies” on Day 2 of the event. His speech will address several topics, most notably the unique role that agents and agencies serve in the automotive retail and finance industry. Crisorio also will outline several of the benefits of working with agents, including customized offerings and local availability.

“Randy’s experience speaks for itself, and we’re thrilled he has agreed to help us christen this important event,” said David Gesualdo, show chair.

Agent Summit 2011 is scheduled for March 8–9 at the Las Vegas Hilton. For more information or to register, visit www.agentsummit.com.