SEMA’s Virtual Education Program provides SEMA members with an ongoing schedule of live events, as well as a comprehensive library of recorded sessions – all focused on topics such as business strategies, best practices and career development.

Available at www.sema.org/virtual-education, the live sessions allow participants to maximize the opportunity to tap into the knowledge of proven experts, and simu-live sessions consist of pre-recorded presentations along with expert presenters participating in live text chats. In addition, the SEMA Virtual Education Program includes a library of recordings available for participants to view from anywhere, at anytime.

Upcoming live and debut sessions that may be of interest to PRO members are listed below, with new sessions announced throughout the year.

Wednesday, March 17 – PRO Live Chat with Donna Wagner
With 30 years' aftermarket experience in various roles from association executive to supplier marketing and educator, Donna Wagner will discuss and answer questions live on “Filling Your Technician Pipeline: What Your Company Can Do to Help Fill Open Positions.” While skilled technicians are at an all-time low, Wagner will explain why it’s important to actively engage with local automotive tech programs and share tips on how to connect easily and productively.
Location: SEMA Association Facebook page

Thursday, March 18 – 4 Tips To Double Your Company’s Annual Sales
Whether you’re a CEO, manufacturer, or in sales and marketing, you'll walk away from this session with strategies that will change the way you think about your business and learn effective methods to double your annual sales. This seminar will guide you to bring maximum value to your company and your customers.
Register here.

Tuesday, March 23 – Asserting Yourself in the Workplace
This session will provide attendees with strategies on how to be assertive in difficult work situations, best practices for dealing with situations in public, and how to follow up after an uncomfortable encounter. You’ll hear from a panel of industry professionals as they share personal stories, and you will have an opportunity to participate in a breakout that will give allow you to put what you learned into action.
Register here.

Wednesday, March 24 – Turning Great Ideas into Strategies to Produce Real Results
Track: Business Management
Ideas are great, but without a well thought-out strategy and plan, the results will be dismal. A comprehensive strategy, however, can be time-consuming. Find out what the 30-Minute Strategy is all about and how it can turn your ideas into real results during this webinar.
Register here.