By Steve Wolcott

	The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network will attempt to defend their title in this year's Council Cup, July 24, 2015, at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles.

The SEMA Cares 6th Annual Council Cup will once again pit council against council in the name of a very good cause—helping children in need. Which council will rise up and prove their dominance and ability to rally their members to sponsor the most Pinewood cars? For the Council Cup "Grudge Match," each council will design a car that best represents their team for the ultimate Pinewood “battle royale.”

Last year’s Council Cup winner, the SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN), is tuning up their ruby-red car to defend their title. “We look forward to this fun event each summer at the SEMA Installation Gala,” said Erin Gilhuly, incoming SBN chairperson. “Our car will be tuned to perfection and ready to race against the other councils and networks. We have won three of the five Council Cup challenges with the last two back-to-back. No other council or network can even come close to our winning record. No matter what it takes, our goal is to keep the SBN name on the trophy. The flames on the car are real so don’t blink during the final round because it will smoke the competition."

Proceeds from the races benefit SEMA Cares charities, including Childhelp and Victory Junction. Childhelp assists abused and neglected children by providing counseling and programs in a safe and secure living environment. Victory Junction provides the camp experience for children with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses who otherwise would not be able to go.

Sponsoring a SEMA Cares Pinewood car is easy and rewarding. Purchase your own Pinewood car, participate and help a child in need.

Themed “Leaders and Legends,” the 2015 SEMA Installation Gala will feature up-and-coming industry leaders and esteemed icons from the automotive accessories world. All SEMA-member companies are invited to join the festivities, but seats are limited. Register now for the event.

By Steve Wolcott

	The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network will attempt to defend their title in this year's Council Cup, July 24, 2015, at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles.

The SEMA Cares 6th Annual Council Cup will once again pit council against council in the name of a very good cause—helping children in need. Which council will rise up and prove their dominance and ability to rally their members to sponsor the most Pinewood cars? For the Council Cup "Grudge Match," each council will design a car that best represents their team for the ultimate Pinewood “battle royale.”

Last year’s Council Cup winner, the SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN), is tuning up their ruby-red car to defend their title. “We look forward to this fun event each summer at the SEMA Installation Gala,” said Erin Gilhuly, incoming SBN chairperson. “Our car will be tuned to perfection and ready to race against the other councils and networks. We have won three of the five Council Cup challenges with the last two back-to-back. No other council or network can even come close to our winning record. No matter what it takes, our goal is to keep the SBN name on the trophy. The flames on the car are real so don’t blink during the final round because it will smoke the competition."

Proceeds from the races benefit SEMA Cares charities, including Childhelp and Victory Junction. Childhelp assists abused and neglected children by providing counseling and programs in a safe and secure living environment. Victory Junction provides the camp experience for children with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses who otherwise would not be able to go.

Sponsoring a SEMA Cares Pinewood car is easy and rewarding. Purchase your own Pinewood car, participate and help a child in need.

Themed “Leaders and Legends,” the 2015 SEMA Installation Gala will feature up-and-coming industry leaders and esteemed icons from the automotive accessories world. All SEMA-member companies are invited to join the festivities, but seats are limited. Register now for the event.

By Steve Wolcott

	The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network will attempt to defend their title in this year's Council Cup, July 24, 2015, at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles.

The SEMA Cares 6th Annual Council Cup will once again pit council against council in the name of a very good cause—helping children in need. Which council will rise up and prove their dominance and ability to rally their members to sponsor the most Pinewood cars? For the Council Cup "Grudge Match," each council will design a car that best represents their team for the ultimate Pinewood “battle royale.”

Last year’s Council Cup winner, the SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN), is tuning up their ruby-red car to defend their title. “We look forward to this fun event each summer at the SEMA Installation Gala,” said Erin Gilhuly, incoming SBN chairperson. “Our car will be tuned to perfection and ready to race against the other councils and networks. We have won three of the five Council Cup challenges with the last two back-to-back. No other council or network can even come close to our winning record. No matter what it takes, our goal is to keep the SBN name on the trophy. The flames on the car are real so don’t blink during the final round because it will smoke the competition."

Proceeds from the races benefit SEMA Cares charities, including Childhelp and Victory Junction. Childhelp assists abused and neglected children by providing counseling and programs in a safe and secure living environment. Victory Junction provides the camp experience for children with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses who otherwise would not be able to go.

Sponsoring a SEMA Cares Pinewood car is easy and rewarding. Purchase your own Pinewood car, participate and help a child in need.

Themed “Leaders and Legends,” the 2015 SEMA Installation Gala will feature up-and-coming industry leaders and esteemed icons from the automotive accessories world. All SEMA-member companies are invited to join the festivities, but seats are limited. Register now for the event.

By Steve Wolcott

	The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network will attempt to defend their title in this year's Council Cup, July 24, 2015, at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles.

The SEMA Cares 6th Annual Council Cup will once again pit council against council in the name of a very good cause—helping children in need. Which council will rise up and prove their dominance and ability to rally their members to sponsor the most Pinewood cars? For the Council Cup "Grudge Match," each council will design a car that best represents their team for the ultimate Pinewood “battle royale.”

Last year’s Council Cup winner, the SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN), is tuning up their ruby-red car to defend their title. “We look forward to this fun event each summer at the SEMA Installation Gala,” said Erin Gilhuly, incoming SBN chairperson. “Our car will be tuned to perfection and ready to race against the other councils and networks. We have won three of the five Council Cup challenges with the last two back-to-back. No other council or network can even come close to our winning record. No matter what it takes, our goal is to keep the SBN name on the trophy. The flames on the car are real so don’t blink during the final round because it will smoke the competition."

Proceeds from the races benefit SEMA Cares charities, including Childhelp and Victory Junction. Childhelp assists abused and neglected children by providing counseling and programs in a safe and secure living environment. Victory Junction provides the camp experience for children with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses who otherwise would not be able to go.

Sponsoring a SEMA Cares Pinewood car is easy and rewarding. Purchase your own Pinewood car, participate and help a child in need.

Themed “Leaders and Legends,” the 2015 SEMA Installation Gala will feature up-and-coming industry leaders and esteemed icons from the automotive accessories world. All SEMA-member companies are invited to join the festivities, but seats are limited. Register now for the event.

By Steve Wolcott

	The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network will attempt to defend their title in this year's Council Cup, July 24, 2015, at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles.

The SEMA Cares 6th Annual Council Cup will once again pit council against council in the name of a very good cause—helping children in need. Which council will rise up and prove their dominance and ability to rally their members to sponsor the most Pinewood cars? For the Council Cup "Grudge Match," each council will design a car that best represents their team for the ultimate Pinewood “battle royale.”

Last year’s Council Cup winner, the SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN), is tuning up their ruby-red car to defend their title. “We look forward to this fun event each summer at the SEMA Installation Gala,” said Erin Gilhuly, incoming SBN chairperson. “Our car will be tuned to perfection and ready to race against the other councils and networks. We have won three of the five Council Cup challenges with the last two back-to-back. No other council or network can even come close to our winning record. No matter what it takes, our goal is to keep the SBN name on the trophy. The flames on the car are real so don’t blink during the final round because it will smoke the competition."

Proceeds from the races benefit SEMA Cares charities, including Childhelp and Victory Junction. Childhelp assists abused and neglected children by providing counseling and programs in a safe and secure living environment. Victory Junction provides the camp experience for children with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses who otherwise would not be able to go.

Sponsoring a SEMA Cares Pinewood car is easy and rewarding. Purchase your own Pinewood car, participate and help a child in need.

Themed “Leaders and Legends,” the 2015 SEMA Installation Gala will feature up-and-coming industry leaders and esteemed icons from the automotive accessories world. All SEMA-member companies are invited to join the festivities, but seats are limited. Register now for the event.

	PRG offers special packages and rates on A/V for the SEMA Show, including discounted pricing for orders placed in advance.

By Jason Catullo

Grabbing the attention of buyers is a main goal of most Show exhibitors, and today’s high-tech business culture requires quality computer and audio-visual (A/V) setups to attract buyers to a booth. To provide excellent support and cutting-edge A/V, SEMA management partners with PRG, a global company dedicated to entertainment technology for trade shows, major events and broadcasts.

PRG has a division based in Detroit dedicated to auto shows, both in the United States and Europe. PRG calls upon this expertise and experience to enhance a company’s show-floor presence with equipment rentals and services aimed at exhibitors of every size. The company also backs its commitment to service excellence by providing on-site exhibitor support at the SEMA Show.

PRG offers special packages and rates for the SEMA Show, including discounted pricing for orders placed in advance. Computer packages start at $426, while display packages begin at $945. Equipment rentals also encompass laptops and accessories, projectors and screens, microphones and sound systems, and video displays and accessories, including high-definition systems.

Check out the A/V services and prices offered through PRG. Visit www.SEMAShow.com/esm to view the entire Exhibitor Service Manual.

Find out more about PRG at www.prg.com.
 

	PRG offers special packages and rates on A/V for the SEMA Show, including discounted pricing for orders placed in advance.

By Jason Catullo

Grabbing the attention of buyers is a main goal of most Show exhibitors, and today’s high-tech business culture requires quality computer and audio-visual (A/V) setups to attract buyers to a booth. To provide excellent support and cutting-edge A/V, SEMA management partners with PRG, a global company dedicated to entertainment technology for trade shows, major events and broadcasts.

PRG has a division based in Detroit dedicated to auto shows, both in the United States and Europe. PRG calls upon this expertise and experience to enhance a company’s show-floor presence with equipment rentals and services aimed at exhibitors of every size. The company also backs its commitment to service excellence by providing on-site exhibitor support at the SEMA Show.

PRG offers special packages and rates for the SEMA Show, including discounted pricing for orders placed in advance. Computer packages start at $426, while display packages begin at $945. Equipment rentals also encompass laptops and accessories, projectors and screens, microphones and sound systems, and video displays and accessories, including high-definition systems.

Check out the A/V services and prices offered through PRG. Visit www.SEMAShow.com/esm to view the entire Exhibitor Service Manual.

Find out more about PRG at www.prg.com.
 

By Becca Butler

The Exhibitor Summit, held this week in Las Vegas, is a two-and-a-half-day event that can be described as a boot camp for SEMA Show exhibitors, where Show organizers and insiders share the secrets to connecting with buyers and succeeding at the SEMA Show.

With five months to go before the 2015 SEMA Show, nearly 200 representatives from exhibiting companies gathered this week in Las Vegas, to kick off their SEMA Show plans at the 6th annual Exhibitor Summit. The two-and-a-half-day event can be described as a boot camp for SEMA Show exhibitors, where Show organizers and insiders share the secrets to connecting with buyers and succeeding at the SEMA Show.

“With today’s technology, it’s not often that we get to meet with exhibitors in person. The Exhibitor Summit is a great opportunity for us to connect with manufacturers and share important information with them that will help them be more successful at the SEMA Show,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA vice president of communications and events. “Given our commitment to the value of face-to-face communication, we are extremely pleased with the industry response to our annual Show networking event.”

Attending exhibitors discovered how to best utilize the Exhibitor Services Manual, drive new customers to their booths, set up and design a booth cost effectively and learn the difference between shipping and drayage. In addition, exhibitors met and connected with their account reps and floor managers during the event, while official SEMA Show vendors were available to answer questions and provide information on booth services, travel arrangements and lead retrieval.

“The Exhibitor Summit was extremely helpful for us,” said Kyle Nyberg of KTN Thermo Dynamics. “We learned a lot about the Show, how to get prepared and what you need for setting up your booth.”

Cathy White of Classic Performance Products agrees. While the company has exhibited at the SEMA Show for 12 years, this was the first time they had participated in the Exhibitor Summit. “We learned so many new tools that exhibitors should be taking advantage of in order to have a successful SEMA experience. We encourage all exhibitors, especially new ones, to attend the Summit. There is always something new to learn and SEMA will guide you to success!”

Manufacturers left the summit fully equipped with the tools and best practices needed to kick their plans into high gear and prepare for a successful Show, which is set to take place November 3–6 in Las Vegas. The 2015 SEMA Show is expected to draw more than 2,400 exhibiting companies. Manufacturers interested in displaying at the Show can visit www.semashow.com/buyabooth.

By Becca Butler

The Exhibitor Summit, held this week in Las Vegas, is a two-and-a-half-day event that can be described as a boot camp for SEMA Show exhibitors, where Show organizers and insiders share the secrets to connecting with buyers and succeeding at the SEMA Show.

With five months to go before the 2015 SEMA Show, nearly 200 representatives from exhibiting companies gathered this week in Las Vegas, to kick off their SEMA Show plans at the 6th annual Exhibitor Summit. The two-and-a-half-day event can be described as a boot camp for SEMA Show exhibitors, where Show organizers and insiders share the secrets to connecting with buyers and succeeding at the SEMA Show.

“With today’s technology, it’s not often that we get to meet with exhibitors in person. The Exhibitor Summit is a great opportunity for us to connect with manufacturers and share important information with them that will help them be more successful at the SEMA Show,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA vice president of communications and events. “Given our commitment to the value of face-to-face communication, we are extremely pleased with the industry response to our annual Show networking event.”

Attending exhibitors discovered how to best utilize the Exhibitor Services Manual, drive new customers to their booths, set up and design a booth cost effectively and learn the difference between shipping and drayage. In addition, exhibitors met and connected with their account reps and floor managers during the event, while official SEMA Show vendors were available to answer questions and provide information on booth services, travel arrangements and lead retrieval.

“The Exhibitor Summit was extremely helpful for us,” said Kyle Nyberg of KTN Thermo Dynamics. “We learned a lot about the Show, how to get prepared and what you need for setting up your booth.”

Cathy White of Classic Performance Products agrees. While the company has exhibited at the SEMA Show for 12 years, this was the first time they had participated in the Exhibitor Summit. “We learned so many new tools that exhibitors should be taking advantage of in order to have a successful SEMA experience. We encourage all exhibitors, especially new ones, to attend the Summit. There is always something new to learn and SEMA will guide you to success!”

Manufacturers left the summit fully equipped with the tools and best practices needed to kick their plans into high gear and prepare for a successful Show, which is set to take place November 3–6 in Las Vegas. The 2015 SEMA Show is expected to draw more than 2,400 exhibiting companies. Manufacturers interested in displaying at the Show can visit www.semashow.com/buyabooth.

By Becca Butler

The Exhibitor Summit, held this week in Las Vegas, is a two-and-a-half-day event that can be described as a boot camp for SEMA Show exhibitors, where Show organizers and insiders share the secrets to connecting with buyers and succeeding at the SEMA Show.

With five months to go before the 2015 SEMA Show, nearly 200 representatives from exhibiting companies gathered this week in Las Vegas, to kick off their SEMA Show plans at the 6th annual Exhibitor Summit. The two-and-a-half-day event can be described as a boot camp for SEMA Show exhibitors, where Show organizers and insiders share the secrets to connecting with buyers and succeeding at the SEMA Show.

“With today’s technology, it’s not often that we get to meet with exhibitors in person. The Exhibitor Summit is a great opportunity for us to connect with manufacturers and share important information with them that will help them be more successful at the SEMA Show,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA vice president of communications and events. “Given our commitment to the value of face-to-face communication, we are extremely pleased with the industry response to our annual Show networking event.”

Attending exhibitors discovered how to best utilize the Exhibitor Services Manual, drive new customers to their booths, set up and design a booth cost effectively and learn the difference between shipping and drayage. In addition, exhibitors met and connected with their account reps and floor managers during the event, while official SEMA Show vendors were available to answer questions and provide information on booth services, travel arrangements and lead retrieval.

“The Exhibitor Summit was extremely helpful for us,” said Kyle Nyberg of KTN Thermo Dynamics. “We learned a lot about the Show, how to get prepared and what you need for setting up your booth.”

Cathy White of Classic Performance Products agrees. While the company has exhibited at the SEMA Show for 12 years, this was the first time they had participated in the Exhibitor Summit. “We learned so many new tools that exhibitors should be taking advantage of in order to have a successful SEMA experience. We encourage all exhibitors, especially new ones, to attend the Summit. There is always something new to learn and SEMA will guide you to success!”

Manufacturers left the summit fully equipped with the tools and best practices needed to kick their plans into high gear and prepare for a successful Show, which is set to take place November 3–6 in Las Vegas. The 2015 SEMA Show is expected to draw more than 2,400 exhibiting companies. Manufacturers interested in displaying at the Show can visit www.semashow.com/buyabooth.