By Ashley Reyes
As part of its mission to empower emerging leaders in the automotive industry through education and networking, the SEMA Future Leaders Network (FLN) will host a virtual Lunch and Learn focused on successfully transitioning from an individual contributor into an effective team leader. The session, "FLN Lunch & Learn: The Accidental Manager," will take place on Thursday, September 24, at 10:30 a.m. PDT/1:30 p.m. EDT.
Many professionals seek leadership roles at some point in their career but often lack the guidance needed to get there. This Lunch and Learn offers a valuable opportunity to hear from industry leaders who have successfully raised through the ranks as they share their experiences, lessons learned and advice for others.
Moderated by Dallas Johannes, this Lunch and Learn will feature panelists Armond Gilmore, media and brand manager at Skyjacker Suspension; Matty Jones, operations manager at BuiltRight Industries; and Kelleigh Shankel, CEO of Limelight Logic.
Attendees will:
- Learn how to successfully transition into a leadership role.
- Hear first-hand experiences from industry professionals who have grown into management positions.
- Gain practical leadership insights that can be applied within their organization.
- Connect with fellow FLN members and grow their network.
FLN Lunch and Learns are designed to provide accessible education and training to rising aftermarket professionals, so that they can take the insights learned to grow in their careers and businesses. Don't miss this chance to access priceless industry knowledge in just one hour's time.




