DeLorean Convention and Show 2023 - Event Details

[Rich W]

DCS_2023 - VIP Guest List(s):

Below are the VIP Guests that are confirmed for DCS_2023 as of 06/24/2023:

- Zach DeLorean (John Z. DeLorean’s son)
- Nick Sutton (former VIP Executive and book author)
- Colleen Booth (former JZD Secretary)
- George Levy (automotive writer and book author)
- Hillel Levin (automotive writer and book author)
- Barry Jeshurin (DMC - LA Regional Team - District Service Manager)
- Alexx Michael (DeLorean stories that could not be put in his DeLorean book)
- DeLorean QAC POGs - Jeff and Chris (King POG and Parts POG)


New VIP Guests that are not confirmed yet or may “present” virtual interviews:

- Dan Shea (Colleen Booth’s brother, one of JZD’s drivers in the early 1980’s)
- QAC POG - Norm Ellsworth (recent medical procedure may not allow travel)
- (several possible DCS VIP guests, negotiating processes are still in progress)
- Bob Gale, pre-recorded presentation (busy with BTTF NY Broadway musical)

More details to follow.

[Rich W]

Special Limited Edition Bonus Gifts for all Registered DCS Attendees

The DCS Planning Team is very pleased to announce we will be giving away
Special Limited Edition Gifts to all Registered DCS Attendees this year. You
must be present, in person, to accept the Free Gifts, since the Free Gifts will
be handed out by a third party at the convention, during the event.

At this time, there will be at least two free gifts, with the first of the two gifts
having enough quantities for each of the Registered DCS Attendees and VIP’s,
while the second of the gifts will be available, first come, first serve, on a more
limited basis, since we do not know how many will be left at time of DCS 2023.

As mentioned in other posts, DCS Registration will run through July 23rd and
the number of Special Limited Edition Gifts will be based on that total number.
While we do not anticipate selling out DCS Registrations before July 23rd, it is
possible we could sell out early, so if you plan to attend, do not delay too long.

[Rich W]

DCS_2023 - Tentative VIP Talks, Presentations and Events Schedule

Registration pick-up Wednesday afternoon, evening and Thursday morning (TBA)
Note: Additional pick-up times may be added for late arrival attendees, if needed.

Thursday, August 3 (times are tentative until August 1)
Morning Sessions - 9am to 11:45am - VIP Guest Talks
Talk #1 - 9:00am to 9:30am, Q&A 9:30am to 9:45am ….. (1) Nick Sutton
Talk #2 - 10:00am to 10:30am, Q&A 10:30am to 10:45am … (2) George Levy
Talk #3 - 11:00am to 11:30am, Q&A 11:30am to 11:45am … (3) Dan Shea (Colleen)

Lunch Break - 11:45am to 1:15pm - the list of nearby local lunch options

Afternoon Sessions - 1:30pm to 5pm - VIP Guest Talks
Talk #4 - 1:30pm to 2:00pm, Q&A 2:00pm to 2:15pm … (4) Barry Jeshurin
Talk #5 - 2:30pm to 3:00pm, Q&A 3:00pm to 3:15pm … (5) John Gunnell
Talk #6 - 3:30pm to 4:30pm, Q&A 4:30pm to 4:55pm … (6) Zach DeLorean

Dinner Break - 5pm to 7pm - choose hotel restaurant or nearby options

Evening Sessions - 7pm to 9pm - owner presentations or interviews
Talk #7 - 7:00pm to 7:30pm, Q&A 7:30pm to 7:45pm … (7) Alexx Michael
Talk #8 - 8:00pm to 8:30pm, Q&A 8:30pm to 8:45pm … [8] POGs
All Day - DCS Museum (TBD) est. setup by 1pm, 1pm-5pm (?), 7pm-9pm (?)



Friday, August 4 (times are tentative until August 1)
Morning Sessions - 9am to 11:45am - VIP Guest Talks
Talk #1 - 9:00am to 9:30am, Q&A 9:30am to 9:45am ….. (1) Nick Sutton
Talk #2 - 10:00am to 10:30am, Q&A 10:30am to 10:45am … (2) Barry Jeshurin
Talk #3 - 11:00am to 11:30am, Q&A 11:30am to 11:45am … (3) George Levy

Lunch Break - 11:45am to 1:15pm - the list of nearby local lunch options

Afternoon Sessions - 1:30pm to 5pm - VIP Guest Talks
Talk #4 - 1:30pm to 2:00pm, Q&A 2:00pm to 2:15pm … (4) Colleen Booth
Talk #5 - 2:30pm to 3:00pm, Q&A 3:00pm to 3:15pm … (5) John Gunnell
Talk #6 - 3:30pm to 4:30pm, Q&A 4:30pm to 4:55pm … (6) Zach DeLorean

Dinner Break - 5pm to 7pm - choose hotel restaurant or nearby options

Evening Sessions - 7pm to 9pm - owner presentations or interviews
Talk #7 - 7:00pm to 7:30pm, Q&A 7:30pm to 7:45pm … (7) Hillel Levin
Talk #8 - 8:00pm to 8:30pm, Q&A 8:30pm to 8:45pm … [8] POGs
All Day - DCS Museum (TBD) estimated 9am-11am, 1pm-5pm (?), 7pm-9pm (?)



Saturday, August 5 (DMC Midwest Open House - 12pm to 5pm)

Morning Movie and Talk Sessions - 8am to 12pm
Morning Museum Hours - DCS Museum (hours TBD) estimated 9am-12pm

Morning Movie - 8am to 9:05am
Movie Q&A - 9:05am to 9:30am ... (Q&A) ... Steve
BTTF Car discussion - 9:30am to 10am ... (BTTF) ... Kevin

DeLorean Precision Driving - Fun Kana
Rear Parking Lot by Heli-pad 10am to 12pm ... Marty, Jake, Cecil


Times subject to change.

[Rich W]

Looking Inside - The most incredible story in automotive history
will be offered at a huge discount at DCS 2023.

Special DCS Event pricing of only $80 (regular price $129.99)

Supplies will be limited, so make sure to pick one up early at
the beginning of the DCS 2023.

[Rich W]

DCS 2023 - ID Badges and T-Shirts - pickup times and location

Wednesday, Aug. 2, from 4pm to 5pm Walnut Room III or Lobby
Wednesday, Aug. 2, from 7pm to 8pm Walnut Room III or Lobby
(or may end up being next to DCS Museum, Walnut Room I & II)

Thursday, Aug. 3, from 8am to 9am Walnut Room III or Lobby
Thursday, Aug. 3, from 1pm to 1:30pm Walnut Room III or Lobby
Thursday, Aug. 3, from 6:30pm to 7pm Walnut Room III or Lobby
(or may end up being next to DCS Museum, Walnut Room I & II)

If needed …

Friday, Aug. 4, from 8am to 9am Walnut Room III or Lobby
Friday, Aug. 4, from 1pm to 1:30pm Walnut Room III or Lobby
Friday, Aug. 4, from 6:30pm to 7pm Walnut Room III or Lobby
(or may end up being next to DCS Museum, Walnut Room I & II)

[Rich W]

DCS 2023 - VIP Talks, VIP Presentations and DCS Events Schedule (as of 07/31)

ID Badge pick-up on Wednesday afternoon, evening and Thursday morning (TBA)
Note: Additional pick-up times may be added for late arrival attendees, if needed.

Thursday, August 3
Morning Talks and Presentations - 9am to 11:45am - VIP Guest Talks
Bob Gale Intro - 8:55am to 9am - Pre-Recorded by Bob at BTTF Musical in NY
Talk #1 - 9:00am to 9:30am, Q&A 9:30am to 9:45am ……. (1) Nick Sutton
Talk #2 - 10:00am to 10:30am, Q&A 10:30am to 10:45am … (2) Alexx Michael
Talk #3 - 11:00am to 11:30am, Q&A 11:30am to 11:45am … (3) Dan Shea (Zoom)

Lunch Break - 11:45am to 1:15pm - hotel restaurant or nearby local food options

Afternoon Talks and Presentations - 1:30pm to 5pm - VIP Guest Talks
Talk #4 - 1:30pm to 2:00pm, Q&A 2:00pm to 2:15pm … (4) Barry Jeshurin
Talk #5 - 2:30pm to 3:00pm, Q&A 3:00pm to 3:15pm … (5) Special VIP Zoom (G.F.)
Talk #6 - 3:30pm to 4:30pm, Q&A 4:30pm to 4:55pm … (6) Zach DeLorean

Dinner Break - 5pm to 7pm - choose hotel restaurant or nearby food options

Evening Talk and Presentation - Premium POG Presentation (POGs Jeff and Chris)
Talk #7 (at least) 7pm to 8:30pm (maybe longer, as needed, to answer questions)
Bonus Videos - 8:30pm to 9pm (if time), several video tributes from DOA Roland
All Day - DCS Museum (TBD) est. setup by 1pm, Open 1pm-5pm and 7pm-9pm



Friday, August 4
Morning Talks and Presentations - 9am to 11:45am - VIP Guest Talks
Bob Gale Intro - 8:55am to 9am - Pre-Recorded by Bob at BTTF Musical in NY
Talk #1 - 9:00am to 9:30am, Q&A 9:30am to 9:45am ……. (1) Nick Sutton
Talk #2 - 10:00am to 10:30am, Q&A 10:30am to 10:45am … (2) Barry Jeshurin
Talk #3 - 11:00am to 11:30am, Q&A 11:30am to 11:45am … (3) George Levy (Zoom)

Lunch Break - 11:45am to 1:15pm - hotel restaurant or nearby local food options

Afternoon Talks and Presentations - 1:30pm to 5pm - VIP Guest Talks
Talk #4 - 1:30pm to 2:00pm, Q&A 2:00pm to 2:15pm … (4) Colleen Booth
Talk #5 - 2:30pm to 3:00pm, Q&A 3:00pm to 3:15pm … (5) POGs Jeff & Chris
Talk #6 - 3:30pm to 4:30pm, Q&A 4:30pm to 4:55pm … (6) Zach DeLorean

Dinner Break - 5pm to 7pm - choose hotel restaurant or nearby food options

Evening Talks and Presentations - 7pm to 9pm - VIP Guest Talk and Tech Talk
Talk #7 - 7:00pm to 7:30pm, Q&A 7:30pm to 7:45pm … (7) Hillel Levin
Talk #8 - 8:00pm to 8:30pm, Q&A 8:30pm to 8:45pm … [8] Josh Schattenkirk
All Day - DCS Museum (Approximate) 9am-11am and 1pm-5pm and 7pm-9pm



Saturday, August 5 (DMC Midwest Open House - 12pm to 5pm)

Morning Movie and Talk Sessions - 8am to 12pm
Morning Museum Hours - DCS Museum (estimated hours) 9am-12pm

Bob Gale Intro - 8am to 8:05am - Pre-Recorded by Bob at BTTF Musical in NY
Morning Movie - 8:05am to 9:15am - OUTATIME: Saving DeLorean Time Machine
Movie Q&A - 9:15am to 9:30am ... (Q&A) ... Steve Concotelli, Director/Producer
Building a Time Machine - 9:30am to 10am ... (BTTF) ... Steve and Kevin

DeLorean Precision Driving - Fun Kana
Rear Parking Lot adjacent to Heli-pad - 10am to 12pm ... Marty, Jake, Cecil

Times subject to change.

[Rich W]

PDF formatted copy of schedule:

https://www.deloreanconvention.com/dcs-schedule-2023.pdf

[Rich W]

DCS 2023 - VIP Guests (arrived Tuesday/Wednesday):

- Zach DeLorean
- Nick Sutton
- Colleen Booth
- Alexx Michael
- Jeff Synor
- Chris Duvall

Most of the above VIP Guests mingled with attendees
on Wednesday night, after dinner, until after 11pm.

Several attendees got a preview of the DCS Museum
during the setup process between 7:30pm to 10:30pm.

Thanks to Oliver and Terry for setting up their portable
Clock Tower Clock, for inevitable photos later today.

[Timeless]

I look forward to photos since I cannot attend this year.

[Rich W]

Brief Recap of DCS 2023 (thanks and more details later) …

I would like to thank all the attendees of DCS 2023, as well as
the VIP Guests and all the volunteers that made the event a
success, through many challenges (many of them personal to me).

Over the duration of the convention, most of the DCS attendees
found out that my Mom passed away just before DCS started and
that her wake was yesterday, and her funeral was today.

I wanted to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers for my
Mom (especially the last two months she was in Home Hospice)
and after they found out that she passed away just before DCS.

My Mom organized conventions, decades ago, for her Fraternal
Insurance Organizations, so she was an influence on me to take
up the challenge to continue DCS for Ken K. after he retired.

Matt Sommer, Tony Swann and myself have headed up several
great teams of volunteers, over nearly a decade and they were
all asked to assist even more this past week, during DCS 2023.

There will be more event details, photos and videos posted, as
the team has time, over the upcoming days, weeks and months
and I appreciate all of their help, whenever they can find time.

As for myself, I am planning to adjust my priorities for a while,
to focus on family and a multitude of other things that I need
to address, during the upcoming weeks and months.

I plan to check in, when I can, and offer details and updates
after I have had a little time to decompress, and take a little
extra time to spend with family and friends. RIP Mom.

Regards,
Rich W.

[JETS 81 DMC]

Rich,

I am very sorry to hear this. You and your family are in my thoughts.

Take time for you is needed too.

Take care and thank you for all your work you do for DCS.

[DavidProehl]

Thanks for an outstanding show once again Rich. So sorry for your loss, I can't imagine running a convention like this at the same time dealing with such a large emergency.

Here is a short video of my DCS experience, with music from Alexx Michael (who spoke at DCS this year) and his band Shameless.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sbz8-d9t0qk