For 2011, a total of $112,000 in scholarship awards will be granted to 68 recipients through the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund.

This year, SEMA will distribute a total of $112,000 to 68 individuals through the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund. Established to support and foster leadership opportunities in the automotive specialty-equipment marketplace, the fund awards grants to eligible applicants based on academic achievements, work experience, essay content, recommendations and more.

In addition, recent graduates working for SEMA-member companies are eligible for funds to pay off existing student loans through the fund's Loan Forgiveness Program.

For 2011, 56 scholarships were provided to those pursuing careers in the industry, and 12 loan-forgiveness awards were presented to qualified employees of SEMA-member companies.

Scholarship Awards

• Samuel Ames, Brigham Young University-Idaho
• Kirk Barber, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis (Wheel and Tire Council Award)
• Wayne, Bontrager, University of Wisconsin-Madison
• Joseph, Book, Universal Technical Institute of Arizona Inc.
• Brian Botts, California Baptist University, Performance Warehouse Association (PWA Award))
• Yana Briggs, Art Center College of Design (Phil Weiand Award)
• Lucas Campbell, Saint Cloud Technical College
• William Cannon, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona (K&N Engineering Award)
• William Carpenter, Pennsylvania College of Technology (Joseph B. Amato Award)
• James Carter, Jefferson State Community College (Jim Borre Award)
• Meghan Chamberlain, Oakland University
• Adam Clay, Auburn University Main Campus (Melvin Burton Award)
• Cayle Christian Damrow, University of Wisconsin-Stout (Harlan Felder Award)
• Shelley Derks, California State University-Northridge (SEMA Businesswomen's Network Award)
• Chad Ediger, McPherson College
• Matthew Enniss, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
• Gregory Finke, Pittsburg State University (Lund Award)
• Justin Florence, Bellingham Technical College (Yee Award)
• Daniel Fourie, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• Gary Gamertsfelder, Luna Vocational Technical Institute
• Joshua Greenplate, Pennsylvania College of Technology
• Charles Grospitch, University of Northwestern Ohio (Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council Award)
• Kalila Haddad, McPherson College
• Mandar Hazare, Clemson University (Steve Woomer Award)
• Dylan Hellman, The Art Institute of Colorado (Thurston Warn Award)
• Isaac Hostetter, Pennsylvania College of Technology
• John Hunn, Missouri University of Science and Technology (Dan Borre Award)
• Nina Hunter, Weber State University
• Jeffrey Jagusch, Northwood University
• Benjamin Kadron, Western Washington University (Street Performance Council Award)
• Amy Kao, Carnegie Mellon University
• Donovan Krehbiel, Kansas State University (Dee Zee Award)
• Kelly LeClair, Stark State College of Technology (Professional Restylers Organization Award)
• Kevin Leparski, Southern Illinois University Carbondale (Wally Parks Award)
• Daniel Linda, Clemson University
• Sean Lockard, West Virginia University
• Sean Lorentzen, Marymount College (John Raffa Award)
• Andrew Mattord, University of Northwestern Ohio
• Christopher Meyers, School of Automotive Machinists
• Bradley Miller, Pennsylvania College of Technology (Manufacturers Rep Council Award)
• Benjamin Mohn, University of Northwestern Ohio (Joe Hrudka Award)
• Kale Nicodeums, Colorado State University-Pueblo
• Brandon Peeler, Central Michigan University
• Matiaz Perez, Texas State Technical College Waco
• Zachary Prestegard, Minnesota State University-Mankato (Mike Kunzman Award)
• Matthew Proctor, Weber State University
• Dave Schenker, Boise State University
• Michael Scruggs, Clemson University (Eastwood Company Award)
• James Seeley, Ohio Technical College (OTC Scholarship)
• James Smith, Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus (Bernie Karp Award)
• Konstantin Sytch, Monroe Community College
• Christopher Thomas, School of Automotive Machinists (Hot Rod Industry Alliance Award)
• Collin Veele, Michigan Technological University
• Eli Villa, Cerritos College
• Brandon Wight, McPherson College (Jeff Moses/ARMO Award)
• Caleb Yow, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Loan Forgiveness

• Timothy Belt, University of Northwestern Ohio
• Zachary Compton, Classic Instruments
• Melissa Favila, Malco Products Inc.
• Lance Hunter, Bully Dog Technologies (Truck and Off-Road Alliance Award)
• Abel Leon, K&N Engineering Inc.
• Robert Martin, Motor State Distributing/Lane Automotive
• Corie McElwee, American Honda Motor Co. Inc.
• Tara Mills, Agri-Cover Inc. (Trudy Thompson Award)
• Jesse Powell, Aeromotive Inc. (Young Executives Network Award)
• Kenna Primm, Roush Yates Engines (Top Student Award)
• Jordan Sneathen, SEMO Classic Mustang Inc.
• Lindsey White, Westin Automotive Products Inc.

For more information, contact SEMA Education Director Jamie Eriksen at jamiee@sema.org.

	For 2011, a total of $112,000 in scholarship awards will be granted to 68 recipients through the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund.

This year, SEMA will distribute a total of $112,000 to 68 individuals through the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund. Established to support and foster leadership opportunities in the automotive specialty-equipment marketplace, the fund awards grants to eligible applicants based on academic achievements, work experience, essay content, recommendations and more.

In addition, recent graduates working for SEMA-member companies are eligible for funds to pay off existing student loans through the fund's Loan Forgiveness Program.

For 2011, 56 scholarships were provided to those pursuing careers in the industry, and 12 loan-forgiveness awards were presented to qualified employees of SEMA-member companies.

Scholarship Awards

• Samuel Ames, Brigham Young University-Idaho
• Kirk Barber, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis (Wheel and Tire Council Award)
• Wayne, Bontrager, University of Wisconsin-Madison
• Joseph, Book, Universal Technical Institute of Arizona Inc.
• Brian Botts, California Baptist University, Performance Warehouse Association (PWA Award))
• Yana Briggs, Art Center College of Design (Phil Weiand Award)
• Lucas Campbell, Saint Cloud Technical College
• William Cannon, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona (K&N Engineering Award)
• William Carpenter, Pennsylvania College of Technology (Joseph B. Amato Award)
• James Carter, Jefferson State Community College (Jim Borre Award)
• Meghan Chamberlain, Oakland University
• Adam Clay, Auburn University Main Campus (Melvin Burton Award)
• Cayle Christian Damrow, University of Wisconsin-Stout (Harlan Felder Award)
• Shelley Derks, California State University-Northridge (SEMA Businesswomen's Network Award)
• Chad Ediger, McPherson College
• Matthew Enniss, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
• Gregory Finke, Pittsburg State University (Lund Award)
• Justin Florence, Bellingham Technical College (Yee Award)
• Daniel Fourie, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• Gary Gamertsfelder, Luna Vocational Technical Institute
• Joshua Greenplate, Pennsylvania College of Technology
• Charles Grospitch, University of Northwestern Ohio (Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council Award)
• Kalila Haddad, McPherson College
• Mandar Hazare, Clemson University (Steve Woomer Award)
• Dylan Hellman, The Art Institute of Colorado (Thurston Warn Award)
• Isaac Hostetter, Pennsylvania College of Technology
• John Hunn, Missouri University of Science and Technology (Dan Borre Award)
• Nina Hunter, Weber State University
• Jeffrey Jagusch, Northwood University
• Benjamin Kadron, Western Washington University (Street Performance Council Award)
• Amy Kao, Carnegie Mellon University
• Donovan Krehbiel, Kansas State University (Dee Zee Award)
• Kelly LeClair, Stark State College of Technology (Professional Restylers Organization Award)
• Kevin Leparski, Southern Illinois University Carbondale (Wally Parks Award)
• Daniel Linda, Clemson University
• Sean Lockard, West Virginia University
• Sean Lorentzen, Marymount College (John Raffa Award)
• Andrew Mattord, University of Northwestern Ohio
• Christopher Meyers, School of Automotive Machinists
• Bradley Miller, Pennsylvania College of Technology (Manufacturers Rep Council Award)
• Benjamin Mohn, University of Northwestern Ohio (Joe Hrudka Award)
• Kale Nicodeums, Colorado State University-Pueblo
• Brandon Peeler, Central Michigan University
• Matiaz Perez, Texas State Technical College Waco
• Zachary Prestegard, Minnesota State University-Mankato (Mike Kunzman Award)
• Matthew Proctor, Weber State University
• Dave Schenker, Boise State University
• Michael Scruggs, Clemson University (Eastwood Company Award)
• James Seeley, Ohio Technical College (OTC Scholarship)
• James Smith, Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus (Bernie Karp Award)
• Konstantin Sytch, Monroe Community College
• Christopher Thomas, School of Automotive Machinists (Hot Rod Industry Alliance Award)
• Collin Veele, Michigan Technological University
• Eli Villa, Cerritos College
• Brandon Wight, McPherson College (Jeff Moses/ARMO Award)
• Caleb Yow, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Loan Forgiveness

• Timothy Belt, University of Northwestern Ohio
• Zachary Compton, Classic Instruments
• Melissa Favila, Malco Products Inc.
• Lance Hunter, Bully Dog Technologies (Truck and Off-Road Alliance Award)
• Abel Leon, K&N Engineering Inc.
• Robert Martin, Motor State Distributing/Lane Automotive
• Corie McElwee, American Honda Motor Co. Inc.
• Tara Mills, Agri-Cover Inc. (Trudy Thompson Award)
• Jesse Powell, Aeromotive Inc. (Young Executives Network Award)
• Kenna Primm, Roush Yates Engines (Top Student Award)
• Jordan Sneathen, SEMO Classic Mustang Inc.
• Lindsey White, Westin Automotive Products Inc.

For more information, contact SEMA Education Director Jamie Eriksen at jamiee@sema.org.

	For 2011, a total of $112,000 in scholarship awards will be granted to 68 recipients through the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund.

This year, SEMA will distribute a total of $112,000 to 68 individuals through the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund. Established to support and foster leadership opportunities in the automotive specialty-equipment marketplace, the fund awards grants to eligible applicants based on academic achievements, work experience, essay content, recommendations and more.

In addition, recent graduates working for SEMA-member companies are eligible for funds to pay off existing student loans through the fund's Loan Forgiveness Program.

For 2011, 56 scholarships were provided to those pursuing careers in the industry, and 12 loan-forgiveness awards were presented to qualified employees of SEMA-member companies.

Scholarship Awards

• Samuel Ames, Brigham Young University-Idaho
• Kirk Barber, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis (Wheel and Tire Council Award)
• Wayne, Bontrager, University of Wisconsin-Madison
• Joseph, Book, Universal Technical Institute of Arizona Inc.
• Brian Botts, California Baptist University, Performance Warehouse Association (PWA Award))
• Yana Briggs, Art Center College of Design (Phil Weiand Award)
• Lucas Campbell, Saint Cloud Technical College
• William Cannon, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona (K&N Engineering Award)
• William Carpenter, Pennsylvania College of Technology (Joseph B. Amato Award)
• James Carter, Jefferson State Community College (Jim Borre Award)
• Meghan Chamberlain, Oakland University
• Adam Clay, Auburn University Main Campus (Melvin Burton Award)
• Cayle Christian Damrow, University of Wisconsin-Stout (Harlan Felder Award)
• Shelley Derks, California State University-Northridge (SEMA Businesswomen's Network Award)
• Chad Ediger, McPherson College
• Matthew Enniss, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
• Gregory Finke, Pittsburg State University (Lund Award)
• Justin Florence, Bellingham Technical College (Yee Award)
• Daniel Fourie, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• Gary Gamertsfelder, Luna Vocational Technical Institute
• Joshua Greenplate, Pennsylvania College of Technology
• Charles Grospitch, University of Northwestern Ohio (Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council Award)
• Kalila Haddad, McPherson College
• Mandar Hazare, Clemson University (Steve Woomer Award)
• Dylan Hellman, The Art Institute of Colorado (Thurston Warn Award)
• Isaac Hostetter, Pennsylvania College of Technology
• John Hunn, Missouri University of Science and Technology (Dan Borre Award)
• Nina Hunter, Weber State University
• Jeffrey Jagusch, Northwood University
• Benjamin Kadron, Western Washington University (Street Performance Council Award)
• Amy Kao, Carnegie Mellon University
• Donovan Krehbiel, Kansas State University (Dee Zee Award)
• Kelly LeClair, Stark State College of Technology (Professional Restylers Organization Award)
• Kevin Leparski, Southern Illinois University Carbondale (Wally Parks Award)
• Daniel Linda, Clemson University
• Sean Lockard, West Virginia University
• Sean Lorentzen, Marymount College (John Raffa Award)
• Andrew Mattord, University of Northwestern Ohio
• Christopher Meyers, School of Automotive Machinists
• Bradley Miller, Pennsylvania College of Technology (Manufacturers Rep Council Award)
• Benjamin Mohn, University of Northwestern Ohio (Joe Hrudka Award)
• Kale Nicodeums, Colorado State University-Pueblo
• Brandon Peeler, Central Michigan University
• Matiaz Perez, Texas State Technical College Waco
• Zachary Prestegard, Minnesota State University-Mankato (Mike Kunzman Award)
• Matthew Proctor, Weber State University
• Dave Schenker, Boise State University
• Michael Scruggs, Clemson University (Eastwood Company Award)
• James Seeley, Ohio Technical College (OTC Scholarship)
• James Smith, Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus (Bernie Karp Award)
• Konstantin Sytch, Monroe Community College
• Christopher Thomas, School of Automotive Machinists (Hot Rod Industry Alliance Award)
• Collin Veele, Michigan Technological University
• Eli Villa, Cerritos College
• Brandon Wight, McPherson College (Jeff Moses/ARMO Award)
• Caleb Yow, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Loan Forgiveness

• Timothy Belt, University of Northwestern Ohio
• Zachary Compton, Classic Instruments
• Melissa Favila, Malco Products Inc.
• Lance Hunter, Bully Dog Technologies (Truck and Off-Road Alliance Award)
• Abel Leon, K&N Engineering Inc.
• Robert Martin, Motor State Distributing/Lane Automotive
• Corie McElwee, American Honda Motor Co. Inc.
• Tara Mills, Agri-Cover Inc. (Trudy Thompson Award)
• Jesse Powell, Aeromotive Inc. (Young Executives Network Award)
• Kenna Primm, Roush Yates Engines (Top Student Award)
• Jordan Sneathen, SEMO Classic Mustang Inc.
• Lindsey White, Westin Automotive Products Inc.

For more information, contact SEMA Education Director Jamie Eriksen at jamiee@sema.org.

 

Brazilian car builder Sigma and Fullpower magazine have teamed up to create a replica ’33 Chevy SEMA world car featuring SEMA-member products. The replica ’33 Chevy will be designed to be street driven and suited for the racetrack. Classic and replica vehicles are popular in Brazil and will be among the niche opportunities for U.S. manufacturers, which will be discussed during a seminar on the Brazilian market during the upcoming SEMA Show. For more information on the 2011 international seminars contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.

Team up with Fullpower—a leading Brazilian consumer magazine—by providing products for two builds: a VW Gol and replica ’33 Chevy. Products sought include (but are not limited to) wheels, tires, suspension, filters, superchargers, exhaust and air-intake systems. This program is only open to SEMA Show exhibitors.

To participate in the program, send an e-mail to Eduardo Bernasconi (editorial director) at ebernasconi@editorab7.com.br.

Koyoma Imports and Fullpower are sponsoring the VW Gol project vehicle, which has been the best-selling car in Brazil for the past 30 years and is sold throughout Latin America.

 

 

Brazilian car builder Sigma and Fullpower magazine have teamed up to create a replica ’33 Chevy SEMA world car featuring SEMA-member products. The replica ’33 Chevy will be designed to be street driven and suited for the racetrack. Classic and replica vehicles are popular in Brazil and will be among the niche opportunities for U.S. manufacturers, which will be discussed during a seminar on the Brazilian market during the upcoming SEMA Show. For more information on the 2011 international seminars contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.

Team up with Fullpower—a leading Brazilian consumer magazine—by providing products for two builds: a VW Gol and replica ’33 Chevy. Products sought include (but are not limited to) wheels, tires, suspension, filters, superchargers, exhaust and air-intake systems. This program is only open to SEMA Show exhibitors.

To participate in the program, send an e-mail to Eduardo Bernasconi (editorial director) at ebernasconi@editorab7.com.br.

Koyoma Imports and Fullpower are sponsoring the VW Gol project vehicle, which has been the best-selling car in Brazil for the past 30 years and is sold throughout Latin America.

 

In addition to a day-long series of one-on-one meetings with pre-vetted buyers from throughout China, the SEMA delegation enjoyed dinner last year at the Great Hall of the People. The building is used for legislative and ceremonial activities and also functions as the People's Republic of China's parliament building. Invitations will once again be issued by the Chinese government to the entire SEMA delegation to attend this important networking event.

Interested in selling into the largest automotive market in the world? Consider joining SEMA's upcoming program in Beijing, China, September 7–10. Just bring yourself, some brochures and perhaps a few product samples. We handle everything else, including providing pre-vetted buyers from throughout China and, as part of this low-cost turnkey program, we also provide hotels, meals, exhibit space in this hotel-based program and VIP admittance to the China International Auto Parts Expo (CIAPE). Airfare is not included.

For more information, contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.

In addition to a day-long series of one-on-one meetings with pre-vetted buyers from throughout China, the SEMA delegation enjoyed dinner last year at the Great Hall of the People. The building is used for legislative and ceremonial activities and also functions as the People's Republic of China's parliament building. Invitations will once again be issued by the Chinese government to the entire SEMA delegation to attend this important networking event.

Interested in selling into the largest automotive market in the world? Consider joining SEMA's upcoming program in Beijing, China, September 7–10. Just bring yourself, some brochures and perhaps a few product samples. We handle everything else, including providing pre-vetted buyers from throughout China and, as part of this low-cost turnkey program, we also provide hotels, meals, exhibit space in this hotel-based program and VIP admittance to the China International Auto Parts Expo (CIAPE). Airfare is not included.

For more information, contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.

Sign up for a free listing in the 2011 SEMA International Buyers' Guide using this online form. This export directory will be distributed to international buyers at the 2011 SEMA Show and year-round at major overseas trade shows. This benefit is available only to 2011 SEMA Show exhibitors.  

For more information, contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.

Sign up for a free listing in the 2011 SEMA International Buyers' Guide using this online form. This export directory will be distributed to international buyers at the 2011 SEMA Show and year-round at major overseas trade shows. This benefit is available only to 2011 SEMA Show exhibitors.  

For more information, contact Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.

Performance Accessories Launches Redesigned Website
Performance Accessories launched its newly redesigned website featuring easy navigation and allowing access to all of the company's product line. Visitors can now use a real-time application guide to quickly find the right product for their specific vehicle from a list. The site provides detailed descriptions, photos, installation instructions for the products and includes a dealer locator link that provides the ability for visitors to find a local authorized dealer in their area.

Finalists Selected for Bridgestone Americas Safety Scholar Teen Driver Video Contest
Ten finalists have been chosen in the Bridgestone Americas Safety Scholars video contest. The top 10 finalists’ videos are posted at www.safetyscholars.com from July 11–29 for online voting. The creator of the video that receives the most votes wins a $10,000 scholarship; second- and third-place winners receive $5,000 scholarships. The top 10 finalists aren’t the only ones eligible to win prizes—one lucky voter is chosen each day during the voting period to win a special prize from Bridgestone Americas. Finalists’ videos are also available for viewing on social networking sites, including Facebook and YouTube. Winners will be announced August 1. More information is available at www.teensdrivesmart.com.

Roush Yates Partners With Mallory Ignition, Brembo Racing
Roush Yates recently announced two business partnerships—one with Mallory Ignition and the other with Brembo Racing. According to a recent announcement, Mallory Ignition, a brand of Prestolite Performance, will collaborate to offer new products and post contingency programs. The companies plan to launch the Roush Yates and Mallory Racing Ignition System with coil. The partnership also includes more than $75,000 in new contingency awards. In addition, Roush Yates formed a partnership with Brembo Racing, making Roush Yates an authorized distributor of Brembo Racing high-performance brakes and accessories. Through the partnership, Gene "Gator" Morris was added to the Roush Yates Performance Products team as a dedicated brake specialist to help racers get the most out of their Brembo Brakes. With more than 20 years of experience in the motorsports industry, Morris will attend short track and NASCAR races to assist racers on selecting the best brakes for their racing applications.

	Cristina Fronzaglia—Goodguys 2011 Woman of the Year

PPG’s Cristina Fronzaglia Named Goodguys 2011 Woman of the Year
PPG’s Cristina Fronzaglia was named Goodguys 2011 Woman of the Year during a special ceremony at the Goodguys 14th PPG Nationals presented by Bridgestone in Columbus, Ohio. According to a recent release, Fronzaglia was an easy choice for the honor due to her ascension from a sales trainee to manager of marketing and communications of PPG’s Refinish division, as well as her creativity and boundless energy as a promoter of the industry. Her interest in classic cars and hot rods hit high gear when she was appointed marketing communications manager for PPG Automotive Refinish a few years ago. Her new role included becoming the “go-to” person for promoting PPG’s line of custom colors and paint systems geared for rod and custom stylists and classic automobile restorers.

Innovative Precision Manufacturing Opens Shop in Concord, California
Innovative Precision Manufacturing (IPM)—a full-service CNC machine shop manufacturing precision, machined components for an array of industries—opened a shop in Concord, California. IPM’s capabilities include Precision CNC mill and lathe capabilities with tolerances down to .0001 of an inch, manual machining, fabricating and NC capabilities. According to the company, it offers all the capabilities and cost-effectiveness of a large manufacturer, but with the small-company service and attention to detail clients deserve.