In partnership with KIA, the SEMA Garage has announced it will host the ’18 KIA Stinger measuring session. Ushering in a new dynamic era for KIA Motors, the all-new ’18 Stinger is a five-passenger sportback poised to redefine a segment currently populated by European automakers. The Stinger promises to be the highest-performance production vehicle in the company’s history, and is backed by KIA’s industry-leading warranty. The Stinger is offered in five trim levels (Stinger, Premium, GT, GT1, GT2) and luxurious accommodations.
Thu, 01/04/2018 - 09:36
Thu, 01/04/2018 - 09:34
By SEMA Editors
Latest Jobs Added to SEMA Career Center
Are you hunting for a new job? The SEMA Career Center has a comprehensive listing of automotive-related job openings around the country. Here are some of the latest classifieds posted to the website.
Outside Salesperson: Competition Specialties Inc. is hiring an outside salesperson. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, professional and confident in their sales abilities; be detail-orientated and organized; able to work independently, multi-task and communicate effectively with management; and able to service existing accounts, promote proven marketing programs, write orders and identify, develop and grow new business. Strong consideration is given to those who have both experience in, and in-depth knowledge of, the automotive aftermarket and automotive dealership industries.
Director of Sales: APA Search Inc. is hiring a director of sales. This position will join the vice president of sales and marketing and the president in leveraging the company’s premium-brand market positioning and reputation to expand into new performance niches/markets. The director of sales will be an integral member of the senior management team that will be responsible for leading all internal/external sales functions and driving the growth of the business. This position is accountable for all elements of company revenue, including but not limited to meeting sales goals, managing the sales team and fostering a collaborative, fun, yet goal-oriented culture based upon clear accountabilities. A minimum of five years managing a national sales organization is required. International experience is a plus. Automotive aftermarket/high-performance market experience is preferred.
Heavy-Duty Calibration Engineer: Derive Systems is hiring a heavy-duty calibration engineer responsible for managing specific projects from design to completion. Working closely with product leads and engineering management, the calibrator will research and develop new calibration methodologies across multiple platforms. The ideal candidate will clearly deliver proven calibrations to the team, effectively communicate progress to stakeholders and identify areas for improvement. A high-school diploma and six years of vehicle calibration or similar automotive experience, a degree and four years of vehicle calibration or similar automotive experience, or a bachelor’s of science degree in a technical discipline and more than two years of vehicle calibration experience are required.
Grinder: Total Cost Involved Engineering Inc. is hiring a grinder to perform specific tasks, including grinding frame parts to required performance/quality specifications to help the frames team meet and exceed their daily WIP goals while raising the overall quality of those products.
Salesperson: TFP Inc. is hiring a salesperson with automotive accessories or automotive parts sales experience. Online sales and mass email marketing experience are essential.
Thu, 01/04/2018 - 09:34
By Jenny Galvan
 Join MPMC at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North one day before the Media Trade Conference begins, as select committee members discuss council initiatives. |
The Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC) is hosting a general membership meeting one day before the Media Trade Conference begins. Join MPMC at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North, Monday, January 22, at 3:00 p.m., as select committee members discuss council initiatives. Get an update on what the council is working on, and more importantly, join a discussion with fellow manufacturers about challenges and opportunities affecting your business.
You are not required to be a Media Trade Conference attendee to go to this open meeting. Stop by if you are a local or if you will be in the area.
For more information, contact SEMA Council Director Jim Skelly at 909-978-6690, or via email at jimsk@sema.org.
Thu, 01/04/2018 - 09:34
By Jenny Galvan
Join MPMC at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North one day before the Media Trade Conference begins, as select committee members discuss council initiatives. |
The Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC) is hosting a general membership meeting one day before the Media Trade Conference begins. Join MPMC at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North, Monday, January 22, at 3:00 p.m., as select committee members discuss council initiatives. Get an update on what the council is working on, and more importantly, join a discussion with fellow manufacturers about challenges and opportunities affecting your business.
You are not required to be a Media Trade Conference attendee to go to this open meeting. Stop by if you are a local or if you will be in the area.
For more information, contact SEMA Council Director Jim Skelly at 909-978-6690, or via email at jimsk@sema.org.
Thu, 01/04/2018 - 09:34
By Jenny Galvan
Join MPMC at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North one day before the Media Trade Conference begins, as select committee members discuss council initiatives. |
The Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC) is hosting a general membership meeting one day before the Media Trade Conference begins. Join MPMC at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North, Monday, January 22, at 3:00 p.m., as select committee members discuss council initiatives. Get an update on what the council is working on, and more importantly, join a discussion with fellow manufacturers about challenges and opportunities affecting your business.
You are not required to be a Media Trade Conference attendee to go to this open meeting. Stop by if you are a local or if you will be in the area.
For more information, contact SEMA Council Director Jim Skelly at 909-978-6690, or via email at jimsk@sema.org.
Thu, 01/04/2018 - 09:33
By SEMA Editors
Following are dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, measuring sessions and activities.
- YEN/SBN Meet-up, January 25, 2018, Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North, Santa Ana, California
For association-related travel, contact Manya Petropaki (manya.p@travelstore.com) at Travel Store USA, 949-930-9268.
Thu, 01/04/2018 - 09:28
SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities (view all here) in the Classifieds page of SEMA.org. Working for a SEMA-member company has many advantages. In addition to working for a company that supports and contributes to the success of the overall industry, being employed by a SEMA-member company enables employees to participate in webinars, access free market research, join SEMA committees and more.
Thu, 01/04/2018 - 08:30
By Jenny Galvan
 The SBN and YEN select committees, along with SEMA staff, will discuss volunteer opportunities and ways to get more involved in the networks. |
The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) and Young Executives Network (YEN) are hosting a meet-up at the Media Trade Conference, to be held at the Embassy Suites Santa Ana-Orange County Airport North, Thursday, January 25, from 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. All SBN and YEN members and prospective members are encouraged to attend. The SBN and YEN select committees, along with SEMA staff, will be present to discuss volunteer opportunities and ways to get more involved in the networks.
You are not required to be an attendee or exhibitor at the Media Trade Conference to attend the mixer. For those who live in the area or who will be in town for the conference, stop by and enjoy an evening with fellow YEN- and SBN-member colleagues. Appetizers and drinks will be served.
For more information, contact SEMA Director of Networks Bryan Harrison at bryanh@sema.org or 909-978-6691.
Thu, 01/04/2018 - 08:30
By Jenny Galvan
The SBN and YEN select committees, along with SEMA staff, will discuss volunteer opportunities and ways to get more involved in the networks. |
The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) and Young Executives Network (YEN) are hosting a meet-up at the Media Trade Conference, to be held at the Embassy Suites Santa Ana-Orange County Airport North, Thursday, January 25, from 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. All SBN and YEN members and prospective members are encouraged to attend. The SBN and YEN select committees, along with SEMA staff, will be present to discuss volunteer opportunities and ways to get more involved in the networks.
You are not required to be an attendee or exhibitor at the Media Trade Conference to attend the mixer. For those who live in the area or who will be in town for the conference, stop by and enjoy an evening with fellow YEN- and SBN-member colleagues. Appetizers and drinks will be served.
For more information, contact SEMA Director of Networks Bryan Harrison at bryanh@sema.org or 909-978-6691.
Thu, 01/04/2018 - 08:30
By Jenny Galvan
The SBN and YEN select committees, along with SEMA staff, will discuss volunteer opportunities and ways to get more involved in the networks. |
The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) and Young Executives Network (YEN) are hosting a meet-up at the Media Trade Conference, to be held at the Embassy Suites Santa Ana-Orange County Airport North, Thursday, January 25, from 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. All SBN and YEN members and prospective members are encouraged to attend. The SBN and YEN select committees, along with SEMA staff, will be present to discuss volunteer opportunities and ways to get more involved in the networks.
You are not required to be an attendee or exhibitor at the Media Trade Conference to attend the mixer. For those who live in the area or who will be in town for the conference, stop by and enjoy an evening with fellow YEN- and SBN-member colleagues. Appetizers and drinks will be served.
For more information, contact SEMA Director of Networks Bryan Harrison at bryanh@sema.org or 909-978-6691.