Begin taking advantage of SEMA's jobber, retailer, and installer benefits today! Simply complete and return the membership application and let SEMA's many services help you increase your bottom line.

Why join SEMA?
 
Increase Sales, Reduce Costs, Network, Stay Informed, Prevent Being Regulated out of Business

Resources for SEMA Member Jobbers, Retailers, Installers

Valuable Resources
Smart retailers will appreciate the useful information found in the “SEMA Retail Resource Guide.” Industry experts have applauded the Guide for its completeness, including listings of contacts and suppliers that won’t likely be found anyplace else. The Guide offers professional tips on a variety of subjects—from store layouts to attracting more customers to serving clients with efficiency to sources for POP supplies, store fixtures and more—and is therefore an absolute must-use reference for streamlining operations at all levels.

The SEMA Retail Resource Guide is free to SEMA-member companies. Click here to download your personal copy.
 

Increase Sales
Increase sales and generate more repeat business by offering your customers the CarCareONE credit card. As a SEMA member, you can join the CarCareONE program and offer your customers a consumer credit card that features instant credit with no annual fee, low monthly payments and 90 days same-as-cash financing. Studies show that customers using the CarCareONE credit card spend more than those using cash or other cards, and are more likely to repeat business with the company that issued the card.

Reduce Overhead
SEMA Freight Savings Plan offers substantial discounts on both inbound collect and outbound prepaid shipments with FedEx Express®, FedEx Ground®, FedEx Freight®, Roadway and New Penn. Special SEMA rates are available on international shipping. Free enrollment, no minimum shipping quotas. Call Siriani & Associates at 800/554-0005 or email info@siriani.com.

Industry News
Get the latest news and information on the automotive specialty equipment industry through SEMA News and SEMA eNews. SEMA members receive free subscriptions to both the printed monthly magazine and the weekly electronic newsletter. Filled with stories, features and announcements specific to the specialty equipment market, the publications ensure that you’re well informed and aware of what’s happening in the industry.

Education Assistance
In addition to our education tools, you and your employees can receive financial assistance to help with the cost of attending a trade school or university. Through the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Foundation, thousands of dollars are awarded to students pursuing careers in the automotive specialty equipment industry. Whether you’re training for a technical position in the industry or are pursuing a management position in the field, you may qualify for this valuable SEMA program. There is a definite advantage for SEMA members and those working for a SEMA company: A portion of the funds are reserved specifically for those working for a SEMA-member company, or for the employee’s dependent.

Installer Certification
Gain a competitive advantage, earn recognition and increase business—become a SEMA-certified accessory specialist or custom wheel and tire specialist. SEMA Installer Certification exams are offered in five specific areas: Z1/Electrical Sunroofs, Z2/Truck Accessories/Body Exterior Components, Z3/Leather Interiors, Z4/Roof Treatments and Z5/Custom Wheel & Tire. The program recognizes individual achievement and gives business owners a competitive advantage. SEMA members receive a substantial discount on SEMA test registration and test fees.

Niche Markets
After joining SEMA, members in select markets have the added opportunity of participating in the SEMA council program. Members within specific niches are able to effectively address problems and concerns, while identifying and capitalizing on shared opportunities, through the SEMA council program. Among the niches served through the SEMA council program are restoration, hot rod, light truck, restyling, sport compact and wheel and tires. SEMA members in these markets are invited join a council.