Bringing a colleague to the SEMA Show? Use the "invite an industry colleague" link on www.SEMAShow.com.

If you are an approved registrant of the 2010 SEMA Show and you wish to bring a colleague, simply use your confirmation e-mail to access your registration dashboard. Next, click on the “invite an industry colleague” link. You can invite up to five people at a time and customize your invite message.

If you are not already registered, click here to register. At the end of the process, click on the “invite an industry colleague” tab and follow the steps.

Don’t have your registration confirmation e-mail? No problem. Simply go to www.SEMAShow.com and click “register for the Show.” Next, click “check status,” enter your personal information and click “search.” When your record appears, click “resend” and another confirmation will be sent to your e-mail address.

The New Products Showcase is a great marketing opportunity for exhibitors, and the first product entry is free!

As the 2010 SEMA Show draws ever closer, Show management continues to e-mail you exhibitor updates to ensure you are fully apprised of upcoming deadlines and important matters that must be addressed and considered before you arrive in Las Vegas. As always, please don’t hesitate to contact Show management via e-mail at SEMA-exh@convexx.com or by phone at 702/450-7662, ext. 120.

Days Until the Show: 19

Upcoming Deadlines

October 15
• Audio/Visual (Advance Rate)
• Computer Rental (Advance Rate)
• Exhibitor Registration (online) Closes
• Manufacturers Rep. Matching Service
• Meeting/Function Space Reservation
• Technical Seminar Space Reservation

October 22
• Advance Shipments to Freeman Warehouse (including New Products, Hanging Signs and Silent Auction Items)
• Plant and Floral Order

Exhibitor Service Manuals

The complete 2010 SEMA Show Exhibitor Services Manual is available online so you can begin to order services for your SEMA Show booth. You do not need to register or login to download the forms contained on this website, unless you are ordering services directly from Freeman.

Freeman Online

If this is your first time using Freeman Online and you intend to order products or services from Freeman, click on the "login" link to register. If you need assistance, please contact Show management at either 702/450-7662, ext. 120 or by e-mail at SEMA-exh@convexx.com. If you misplaced your Freeman Online password, contact the Freeman Exhibitor Services Department at 702/579-1700.

Free Material Handling Program

SEMA and Freeman are once again offering a free delivery service for small exhibitors. If you arrive on-site at the SEMA Show in a personally operated vehicle with less than 1,000 lbs. of total show freight, Freeman labor will unload and deliver your freight to your booth for FREE. This service will be available Saturday, October 30, and Sunday, October 31, from 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. and on Monday, November 1, 8:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. All information regarding this free service can be found in the online Exhibitor Services Manual. If you have any further questions regarding freight-handling assistance at the SEMA Show, please contact Show management at 702/450-7662, ext. 120.

New Products Showcase

Does your company have a new product? Take advantage of this free marketing opportunity by entering your product in the New Products Showcase. Your first product entry is FREE if registered by using your exhibitor password when entering your product online here. Additional entries now cost $150 each. Have questions? E-mail skaye@convexx.com or call 702/450-7662, ext. 124.

Have You Registered Your Booth Personnel?

Don’t forget to register the people who are going to staff the booth—they will need a badge. Registration is available by clicking here. Free badges are available to exhibitors based on the size of your booth provided you register your personnel online by October 28. Additional badges required over the allocated amount are $25 per badge. Exhibitor registration onsite is $25 per badge, regardless of any remaining allotment.

Exhibitor Appreciation Party

SEMA truly appreciates the efforts you have made to exhibit at this year’s SEMA Show, and we want to say thank you at the 3rd annual Exhibitor Appreciation Party. This year’s reception will be held poolside Monday evening, November 1, at the Renaissance Hotel next to the South Hall, from 5:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Grab some food and drinks, compliments of SEMA, and celebrate the kick-off to what will be a great week at the 2010 SEMA Show.

Move-In and Move-Out Schedule

Exhibitor Move-In

Wednesday, October 27		By Appointment Only
Thursday, October 28		8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Friday, October 29		8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 30		8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 31		8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Monday, November 1		8:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.

 

 

 

 

 

Exhibitor Move-Out

Exhibitor teardown will begin at 4:00 p.m., Friday, November 5. Everything must be cleared from the hall by 12:00 p.m., Sunday, November 7. If you do not intend to begin teardown prior to 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 6, please inform Show management. Any freight not picked up by your specified carrier by 10:00 a.m., Sunday, November 7, will be returned to the warehouse where storage fees will accrue, or shipped with an official freight carrier, at the exhibitor's expense.

	The General Motors Design Awards program will feature the best, most innovative builds in various categories. Apply to enter your vehicle now.

General Motors Design Awards program returns for the 2010 SEMA Show, and the automaker will search for the best, most innovative builds in various categories. The award categories are divided into two groups:

A) Vehicles: cars, SUVs, trucks, hot rods, restored vehicles
B) Technology: component/system design

Exhibitors interested in entering their vehicle for consideration can download a copy of the application here. Also, companies are invited to make copies of the application and apply for more than one vehicle or component award, or forward the application to any suppliers that contributed to the build with a new/innovative component design.

Follow this link for more information on the GM Design Awards.

Visit www.SEMAShow.com for complete information on the 2010 SEMA Show.

	The General Motors Design Awards program will feature the best, most innovative builds in various categories. Apply to enter your vehicle now.

General Motors Design Awards program returns for the 2010 SEMA Show, and the automaker will search for the best, most innovative builds in various categories. The award categories are divided into two groups:

A) Vehicles: cars, SUVs, trucks, hot rods, restored vehicles
B) Technology: component/system design

Exhibitors interested in entering their vehicle for consideration can download a copy of the application here. Also, companies are invited to make copies of the application and apply for more than one vehicle or component award, or forward the application to any suppliers that contributed to the build with a new/innovative component design.

Follow this link for more information on the GM Design Awards.

Visit www.SEMAShow.com for complete information on the 2010 SEMA Show.

	The General Motors Design Awards program will feature the best, most innovative builds in various categories. Apply to enter your vehicle now.

General Motors Design Awards program returns for the 2010 SEMA Show, and the automaker will search for the best, most innovative builds in various categories. The award categories are divided into two groups:

A) Vehicles: cars, SUVs, trucks, hot rods, restored vehicles
B) Technology: component/system design

Exhibitors interested in entering their vehicle for consideration can download a copy of the application here. Also, companies are invited to make copies of the application and apply for more than one vehicle or component award, or forward the application to any suppliers that contributed to the build with a new/innovative component design.

Follow this link for more information on the GM Design Awards.

Visit www.SEMAShow.com for complete information on the 2010 SEMA Show.

Northwood University announced that it will launch the first MBA program designed to address the parallel business challenges and emerging opportunities facing automotive dealership and aftermarket manufacturing and distribution professionals in January 2011.

Offered through Northwood University's DeVos School on Management, the DeVos MBA for automotive professionals, according to the school, is designed to meet the career demands of tomorrow's industry leaders. The 24-month MBA capitalizes on the best of distance and on-site learning environments. While much of the relevant course-related information can be effectively conveyed online, honing the knowledge into powerful strategic skills requires face-to-face exposure with seasoned professors and fellow student-executives from within the vehicle retail and aftermarket segments. The program will feature six four-day on-site sessions at Northwood University's campuses in Midland, Michigan, and West Palm Beach, Florida, as well as convenient travel "hubs" across the United States.

"Economic challenges, globalization and changing consumer behavior are affecting virtually every automotive business, whether a vehicle retailer or aftermarket parts distributor. Students will examine these market forces in an entirely new way and we will challenge participants to identify, discuss and apply innovative strategies that extend beyond traditional competitive boundaries," said Dr. Tim Nash, vice president, strategic and corporate alliances, Northwood University.

For more information regarding the DeVos MBA for automotive professionals, visit www.northwood.edu/graduate or call Matthew Bennett, director of admissions, DeVos Graduate School of Management, at 800/622-9000.

Northwood University announced that it will launch the first MBA program designed to address the parallel business challenges and emerging opportunities facing automotive dealership and aftermarket manufacturing and distribution professionals in January 2011.

Offered through Northwood University's DeVos School on Management, the DeVos MBA for automotive professionals, according to the school, is designed to meet the career demands of tomorrow's industry leaders. The 24-month MBA capitalizes on the best of distance and on-site learning environments. While much of the relevant course-related information can be effectively conveyed online, honing the knowledge into powerful strategic skills requires face-to-face exposure with seasoned professors and fellow student-executives from within the vehicle retail and aftermarket segments. The program will feature six four-day on-site sessions at Northwood University's campuses in Midland, Michigan, and West Palm Beach, Florida, as well as convenient travel "hubs" across the United States.

"Economic challenges, globalization and changing consumer behavior are affecting virtually every automotive business, whether a vehicle retailer or aftermarket parts distributor. Students will examine these market forces in an entirely new way and we will challenge participants to identify, discuss and apply innovative strategies that extend beyond traditional competitive boundaries," said Dr. Tim Nash, vice president, strategic and corporate alliances, Northwood University.

For more information regarding the DeVos MBA for automotive professionals, visit www.northwood.edu/graduate or call Matthew Bennett, director of admissions, DeVos Graduate School of Management, at 800/622-9000.

Many Las Vegas hotels are waiving their resort fees for SEMA Showgoers.

The 2010 SEMA Show is only days away, and in SEMA's effort to bring you the best hotel rates, it has kept its official housing bureau open later than ever and continues to offer incredible hotel deals in Vegas. There are nearly 10 hotels, from the Tropicana to the Rio, where you can book your room now and pay less than $100 per night.

A number of hotels are also offering extras, from complimentary breakfast to room Internet access. Plus, many hotels are also waiving resort fees. That can be a savings of up to $20 a night. Don’t wait too long, as many of these great opportunities are closing in the coming days.

Click here to book your hotel. If you have any questions regarding housing, please don’t hesitate to contact the Housing Bureau at 800/967-8852 or e-mail aapexsema@experient-inc.com.

If you have yet to register for the SEMA Show or AAPEX, simply click here or call 866/229-3687.

Many Las Vegas hotels are waiving their resort fees for SEMA Showgoers.

The 2010 SEMA Show is only days away, and in SEMA's effort to bring you the best hotel rates, it has kept its official housing bureau open later than ever and continues to offer incredible hotel deals in Vegas. There are nearly 10 hotels, from the Tropicana to the Rio, where you can book your room now and pay less than $100 per night.

A number of hotels are also offering extras, from complimentary breakfast to room Internet access. Plus, many hotels are also waiving resort fees. That can be a savings of up to $20 a night. Don’t wait too long, as many of these great opportunities are closing in the coming days.

Click here to book your hotel. If you have any questions regarding housing, please don’t hesitate to contact the Housing Bureau at 800/967-8852 or e-mail aapexsema@experient-inc.com.

If you have yet to register for the SEMA Show or AAPEX, simply click here or call 866/229-3687.

	If you're in the collision-repair business, take advantage of the unprecedented educational programs that SCRS and I-CAR are offering at the 2010 SEMA Show.

The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) and I-CAR will offer the most exceptional educational opportunities the industry has ever seen under one roof at the 2010 SEMA Show. Whether you own or work in a collision-repair business or whether you sit behind a computer or behind a welder, if you’re a repairer, you’ll find all of the information you need wrapped into one of the most exciting and energizing forums available in the automotive industry.

Daily opportunities for collision repair businesses begin Tuesday, November 2, and run through Friday, November 5, and include:

Tuesday, November 2:

• I-CAR Collision Repair Training, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
• I-CAR TechPro World Tour, 10:00 a.m.–3:45 p.m.
• CIC Standards Committee Meeting, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
• NABC Open Board Meeting, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
• SCRS Open Board Meeting, 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
• CIC Reception and Networking, 6:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.

Wednesday, November 3:

• Collision Industry Conference, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
• I-CAR Collision Repair Training, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
• I-CAR TechPro World Tour, 10:00 a.m.–3:45 p.m.
• Industry Achievement Awards Luncheon, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Thursday, November 4:

• SCRS Repairer Driven Education (RDE), 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.: Opening session led by Charles Coonradt, renowned author of The Game of Work. Additional courses by Kristen Felderm, John Sweigartl, Steve Trapp, Guy Bargnes, Toby Chess, Randy Profeta, Patrick McGuire, Esq. and Steven Feltovich
• I-CAR TechPro World Tour, 10:00 a.m.–3:45 p.m.

Friday, November 5:

• SCRS Repairer Driven Education, 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.: Courses by Tim Morgan, Tim Ronak, Mike Anderson, Greg Horn, Dave Gruskos, Steve Feltovich, John Webb, David Merrell, Erica Eversman, J.D., Frank Terlep, Cory King, and Colette Bruce
• I-CAR TechPro World Tour, 10:00 a.m.–3:45 p.m.

For more information about the SCRS Repairer Driven Education program or I-CAR at the 2010 SEMA Show, visit www.SEMAShow.com/scrs and www.i-car.com/SEMAShow. For additional details about the 2010 SEMA Show, visit www.SEMAShow.com.

The SCRS Repairer Driven Education series has brought together some of the most influential and relevant speakers of our time in one package, intended to provide you with the information you need to grow, adapt and bolster your business. The seminars represent a wide range of topics that are targeted to appeal to nearly every type of shop in the market.

Below are a few select courses you’ll find in the RDE lineup at the 2010 SEMA Show:

Successful Body Shop Management for the 21st Century
Presenter: Frank Terlep, CEO, Summit Software and Mobile Solutions Inc.
Friday, November 5, 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

Attendees will learn about and discuss new business processes, technologies, performance measurements and LPIs required to operate a successful collision-repair business in the 21st century. The session will introduce repairers to 21st-century estimating, parts, production, financial, customer service and communications processes, technologies and performance measurements designed to help find or save thousands of dollars per month in sales, revenue opportunities and cash-flow improvements.

Participants will also learn how to cut unnecessary costs and expenses while improving cycle time, quality and customer satisfaction. Advertising and marketing in the 21st century is much different than it was in the ’90s, and the session will also introduce owners and managers to marketing, advertising and communication processes, technologies and strategies to properly engage the "next generation."

Anyone who has attended Frank Terlep’s past presentations will tell you that this is a can't-miss seminar.

"This seminar will be the beginning of a new era in the collision industry, and you better get ready for the ride." –Johnny K., Glacier Collision, Alberta, Canada

"I recommend this seminar for any person involved in a collision-repair facility. Frank gives you a step-by-step plan to execute." –Kathy Mello, TGIF Body Shop, Fremont, California

"I have gone to and paid for many seminars, but this was one of the finest workshops I have ever attended. Frank's enthusiasm and knowledge made it one of the best ever." –Tony Lofrano, F. Lofrano and Son, San Francisco, California

Waterborne: How to Stay Afloat (panel discussion)
Guy Bargnes, vice president, sales/marketing, Painters Supply & Equipment Co.
Thursday, November 4, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

This panel discussion will feature four to five shops that have converted their repair facility to waterborne and will explore the dynamics of their individual experiences. The moderated discussion will explore the challenges and benefits of their research, implementation of the product into their operation and will offer businesses considering the switch to a water-based paint department a firsthand look at what to expect in the process.

Panelists will share how they successfully made the switch; warn of pitfalls; and offer advice for shops looking to make a successful conversion. The panel will also feature a Q&A session with the seminar attendees to address specific concerns from shops interested in a better understanding of the process.

"Support throughout the waterborne conversion process is critical,” Bargnes says. “In this session, we’ll hear from shop owners who have successfully converted to waterborne products and explore the various support elements, including help from local jobbers, that made the change successful. Beyond compliance requirements, there are a variety of factors that a shop owner may want to consider in making the change to waterborne products. Our panelists will address their motivations for considering a change and discuss their rationale and strategies for implementing successful conversions."

SCRS will have something for everyone at the 2010 SEMA Show. Visit the SCRS booth (#10745) to learn more about the association, issues that impact the industry and the work being done on behalf of collision-repair professionals. There will also be plenty of fun and excitement with live camera feeds, appearances and Show floor drawings that you won't want to miss.

Visit the SCRS website to learn more about the work of SCRS: www.scrs.com.

Save $50 on SCRS Repairer Driven Education registration, and another $50 on SEMA Show registration by registering prior to October 17 (offer expires October 28). RDE registration is $225 by October 17, or $275 after October 17 (does NOT include required SEMA Show registration of $25 by October 17, or $75 after October 17).

I-CAR Collision Repair Training TechPro World Tour
Don’t miss out on I-CAR's newest course premiering at the 2010 SEMA Show: Vehicle Technology and Trends 2011 (NEW11). In today's ever-changing marketplace, efficiency is critical to bottom-line performance. Understanding the many facets surrounding new-vehicle technology can be one of the most valuable ways to increase efficiency. New materials and equipment, changes in vehicle manufacturer’s procedures and government regulations all play a role in this world of change.

The ability to recognize new technology and its implications during the repair process can be key to achieving a positive customer experience and the overall success of business. Click on the links below to register for each $95 course:

Tuesday, November 2, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Vehicle Technology and Trends 2011 (NEW11) Premiere
Advanced Material Damage Analysis (DAM08)
Collision Repair for Toyota, Lexus, and Scion Vehicles (TOY01)

Tuesday, November 2, 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Collision Repair for Honda and Acura Vehicles (HON01)
Recycled Parts for Collision Repair (RCY01)
Inspecting Repairs for Quality Control (QUA01)

Wednesday, November 3, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Recycled Parts for Collision Repair (RCY01)
Advanced Material Damage Analysis (DAM08)
Collision Repair for Honda and Acura Vehicles (HON01)

Wednesday, November 3, 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Vehicle Technology and Trends 2011 (NEW11) Encore
Inspecting Repairs for Quality Control (QUA01)
Collision Repair for Toyota, Lexus, and Scion Vehicles (TOY01)

Interested in learning more about I-CAR Collision Repair Training For Performance opportunities? Visit the I-CAR booth (#10819) during the SEMA Show and speak one-on-one with an I-CAR representative. Also, don't miss the chance to watch free I-CAR TechPro World Tour live welding demonstrations on the SEMA Show floor at booth #10819. These demos will be combined with engaging informational sessions and audience participation.

Registration for the SCRS and I-CAR events require that you be a registered 2010 SEMA Show attendee. Click here for SEMA Show registration.

Click here if you are already registered to attend the SEMA Show and would like to attend the SCRS Repairer Driven Education series.