SEMA Membership Benefits

Available exclusively to professionals working for SEMA-member companies

SEMA offers its 6,500+ member companies a variety of business tools and resources to help their business succeed and prosper. Whether you are a manufacturer, retailer, jobber, distributor, rep or installer, SEMA is here to help you make smarter business decisions; be more strategic and targeted with your promotions; save money through group purchases, and network with key businesses and leaders in the industry.

For more information on how the below member benefits can impact your business, contact Andrea “AJ” Carney at AndreaC@sema.org or 909-978-6697.

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SEMA FAQ

While SEMA membership is encouraged, you do NOT have to be a SEMA member to attend the annual SEMA Show. Exhibitors and attendees should visit www.SEMAShow.com for more information. The membership application is for new SEMA members only. If you have any questions on membership or need assistance completing the application, please contact Monica Terlouw at 909/978-6695 or monicat@sema.org.

Member Benefit Highlights

Business Resources & Solutions

SEMA offers a number of cost-saving benefits that can directly impact your company today. Whether you are in need of a freight consolidator, custom insurance solutions, lead generation tools or consumer credit options, SEMA has a service provider that will work with you to reduce your costs.

» SEMA Membership Directory - the "ultimate sourcebook" for all members to connect and establish partnerships with other leading companies in the industry.

» UPS Discounts on Package and Freight Shipping - UPS offers special discounts and services for SEMA members. From freight and package shipping through financial and eCommerce solutions, the UPS worldwide network helps businesses grow quickly, efficiently and globally.

» Business Insurance Solutions Program - As the endorsed insurance broker for members of the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), SEIA delivers insurance solutions that not only protect your business, but save you money.

» Consumer Credit Card Program (CarCareONE) - Increase traffic and transaction size with GE Capital's exclusive member-only consumer financing program.

» First Data (Credit Card Processing) - Fast, convenient, and secure payment solutions.

» SEMA Pay Per Buyer Program - An online auto parts consumer comparison shopping network of over 60 different websites and forums that draw over 4-million visitors monthly.

» Industry Classified Ad Postings/Listings - Did you know that the Classifieds section of the SEMA.org website receives thousands of visitors each month? Did you also know that, as a SEMA member, you are able to post your ads for jobs, lists resumes or sell something, anything, for free?

Councils & Networks

A SEMA council represents a group of SEMA members that share a common business purpose or market segment. The group should be able to identify common business goals, issues and challenges that require a special focus by the association.

» Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO)

» Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA)

» Light-Truck Accessory Alliance (LTAA)

» Manufactures Representative Network (MRN)

» Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Councils (MPMC)

» Professional Restylers Organization (PRO)

» Street Performance Council (SPC)

» Wheel & Tire Council (WTC)

» SEMA Businesswomen's Network (SBN)

» Young Executive Network (YEN)

SEMA Research & Information

Ongoing research reports available exclusively to SEMA members, including:

» Annual Market Study

» Light Truck Reports

» Trends And Forecast Reports

» Compact Performance Reports

» Consumer Demand Index/PADI

» Financial Benchmarking Program

» International Research

» Industry Focused Reports

» And much more

Educational & Training Programs

» SEMA Show Education Days - Education program at the SEMA Show consists of over 50 seminars over the four-day tradeshow.

» Webinars - SEMA webinar series provides you with the information you need in brief, one-hour programs. With on-demand information, you can access a range of topics from the SEMA archived webinars or tune into the live broadcasts with an interactive Q & A session with the featured industry presenter. You don't even have to leave your desk or office to participate!

» SEMA Education Institute (SEI) - Online Learning Center

» Scholarships & Loan Forgiveness - SEMA maintains a program to pay part of the college tuition costs of today's top students or contribute toward your employees' student loans.

» SEMA Show Student Program

» Live seminars - national, regional and local conferences hosted or sponsored by SEMA.

World-Class Trade Shows

» SEMA Show

» PAACE Automechanika and Salon de SEMA

» MPMC Media Trade Conference

International Resources

The SEMA International Relations Programs provide comprehensive services to help automotive specialty-equipment companies expand world-wide.

» International Programs

» International Market Reports

» International Buyers' Guide

» Consumer Affairs & Public Relations

» International Support at Domestic Shows

OEM Relations & Programs

» Hands-on access to new vehicles (Measuring Sessions)

» OEM-provided CAD/CAM drawings (Technology Transfer) (Eligibility requirements apply)

Government Affairs

SEMA has a proven legislative and regulatory program led by a professional staff based in Washington, D.C. that continually works on behalf of the membership.

» Government Advocacy/Legislative Programs

» Professional lobbying staff (Federal & State)

» Legislative alerts and comprehensive website

» Grass-root Enthusiast Support/SEMA Action Network (SAN)

» Driving Force Newsletter

» Political Action Committee (PAC)

» Quarterly PAC Newsletter