The WD-40/SEMA Cares Dodge Challenger, which was featured at the 2011 SEMA Show, will be auctioned on January 20. From left to right: Joel Ayres of Bedslide/Takit LLC, Mike Spagnola of Street Scene Equipment, SEMA President and CEO Chris Kersting and Luanne Brown of eTool Developers.

The WD-40/SEMA Cares Foose Dodge Challenger SRT8, designed by Chip Foose, will take the auction block at the Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction in Scottsdale, Arizona, on January 20. All proceeds from the Challenger auction will benefit the Childhelp and Victory Junction Camp children charities.

The custom ’12 Challenger has power, style and performance to spare and is complimented by its distinctive Foose look with the help of leading automotive specialty-equipment manufacturers. The vehicle was prominently featured in the Main Lobby of the Las Vegas Convention Center during the 2011 SEMA Show.

Highlights and features of the vehicle include: Street Scene/Foose Design custom urethane front and rear spoilers; Pirelli P Zero tires, MHT/Foose custom one-off, five-spoke billet wheels; BASF paint custom mixed by Chip Foose; Lanzini BodyWorks paint; Hotchkis Suspension TVS Stage 1 package, Katzkin Leather upholstery with embroidered WD-40 brand logo on all four headrests; K&N Filters fresh-air induction kit; Magnaflow cat-back exhaust; and ACT Street twin clutch kit.

 

	The WD-40/SEMA Cares Dodge Challenger, which was featured at the 2011 SEMA Show, will be auctioned on January 20. From left to right: Joel Ayres of Bedslide/Takit LLC, Mike Spagnola of Street Scene Equipment, SEMA President and CEO Chris Kersting and Luanne Brown of eTool Developers.

The WD-40/SEMA Cares Foose Dodge Challenger SRT8, designed by Chip Foose, will take the auction block at the Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction in Scottsdale, Arizona, on January 20. All proceeds from the Challenger auction will benefit the Childhelp and Victory Junction Camp children charities.

The custom ’12 Challenger has power, style and performance to spare and is complimented by its distinctive Foose look with the help of leading automotive specialty-equipment manufacturers. The vehicle was prominently featured in the Main Lobby of the Las Vegas Convention Center during the 2011 SEMA Show.

Highlights and features of the vehicle include: Street Scene/Foose Design custom urethane front and rear spoilers; Pirelli P Zero tires, MHT/Foose custom one-off, five-spoke billet wheels; BASF paint custom mixed by Chip Foose; Lanzini BodyWorks paint; Hotchkis Suspension TVS Stage 1 package, Katzkin Leather upholstery with embroidered WD-40 brand logo on all four headrests; K&N Filters fresh-air induction kit; Magnaflow cat-back exhaust; and ACT Street twin clutch kit.

 

	Rhea Blanken

SEMA strongly encourages all companies with council memberships to join us January 16 and be part of a volunteer-focused future. The SEMA Education Institute (SEI) will host a webinar entitled, "Building Your Volunteer Toolkit," Monday, January 16, at 10:00 a.m. (PST). This session, presented by Rhea Blanken of Results Technology Inc., will kick off the SEMA Leadership Webinar Series, which will provide best practices for volunteer leadership and participation. Join us and be part of designing SEMA's first-ever volunteer online toolkit.

Your involvement will help SEMA councils develop and carry out successful strategies, including:

• Volunteer etiquette: what is it and how to best use it to achieve your council's goals
• Best practices and procedures: what works for enrollment, engagement and communication
• Goal setting and achievement: how does advanced planning and timely implementation really work
• Volunteer succession planning: how to reach across generations and member segments

Help guarantee the success of your council—schedule yourself to be part of this inaugural event, Monday, January 16, at 10:00 a.m. (PST). Be part of creating the best "volunteer checklist" possible.

Participate live or download the webinar when it's convenient. And remember: SEI webinars are free to SEMA members.

 

	Rhea Blanken

SEMA strongly encourages all companies with council memberships to join us January 16 and be part of a volunteer-focused future. The SEMA Education Institute (SEI) will host a webinar entitled, "Building Your Volunteer Toolkit," Monday, January 16, at 10:00 a.m. (PST). This session, presented by Rhea Blanken of Results Technology Inc., will kick off the SEMA Leadership Webinar Series, which will provide best practices for volunteer leadership and participation. Join us and be part of designing SEMA's first-ever volunteer online toolkit.

Your involvement will help SEMA councils develop and carry out successful strategies, including:

• Volunteer etiquette: what is it and how to best use it to achieve your council's goals
• Best practices and procedures: what works for enrollment, engagement and communication
• Goal setting and achievement: how does advanced planning and timely implementation really work
• Volunteer succession planning: how to reach across generations and member segments

Help guarantee the success of your council—schedule yourself to be part of this inaugural event, Monday, January 16, at 10:00 a.m. (PST). Be part of creating the best "volunteer checklist" possible.

Participate live or download the webinar when it's convenient. And remember: SEI webinars are free to SEMA members.

	Scott Luckett

Robert (Bob) Hirsch, president of the Aftermarket Foundation, has announced the appointment of Scott Luckett, MAAP, vice president of technology standards for the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA), to its Board of Trustees.

Hirsch pointed out that while the Foundation's mission to take care of those in need within the industry has not changed in its 50-plus-year history, “We are heading into a new period of the Foundation’s existence, where it has become increasingly important to raise public awareness of the Foundation’s activities and the role it plays within our industry. The appointment of Scott Luckett, a lifelong participant in the aftermarket and one of its strongest public advocates, reflects that thinking.”

In addition to his duties serving as liaison to the AAIA Technology Standards Committee and industry spokesperson for electronic commerce standards, Luckett also serves as executive director of the National Catalog Managers Association and is chairman of the Aftermarket eForum Planning Committee. Luckett has also been recognized for his contribution to training and education as a 2001 recipient of the Northwood University Automotive Aftermarket Education Award and as the 2002 recipient of the University of the Aftermarket Founders’ Service Award.

Prior to his 15-year continuing involvement in the AAIA, Luckett had already accumulated more than 20 years’ aftermarket industry experience as vice president of sales and marketing for an automotive WD in Washington, D.C., and as a marketing representative for Triad Systems.

Since 1959, the Aftermarket Foundation has assisted individuals and families of the automotive aftermarket industry that have fallen on hard times due to an unexpected death, catastrophic injury, serious illness or financial hardship. Board members are called upon to assist in the fundraising efforts of the Foundation and also to assist in the identification of those in need. The Aftermarket Foundation is a volunteer organization made up of representatives from across the aftermarket industry sector and is a 501 [c] (3) charitable organization, contributions to which are tax-deductible. For more information, visit www.aftermarketfoundation.com.

	Scott Luckett

Robert (Bob) Hirsch, president of the Aftermarket Foundation, has announced the appointment of Scott Luckett, MAAP, vice president of technology standards for the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA), to its Board of Trustees.

Hirsch pointed out that while the Foundation's mission to take care of those in need within the industry has not changed in its 50-plus-year history, “We are heading into a new period of the Foundation’s existence, where it has become increasingly important to raise public awareness of the Foundation’s activities and the role it plays within our industry. The appointment of Scott Luckett, a lifelong participant in the aftermarket and one of its strongest public advocates, reflects that thinking.”

In addition to his duties serving as liaison to the AAIA Technology Standards Committee and industry spokesperson for electronic commerce standards, Luckett also serves as executive director of the National Catalog Managers Association and is chairman of the Aftermarket eForum Planning Committee. Luckett has also been recognized for his contribution to training and education as a 2001 recipient of the Northwood University Automotive Aftermarket Education Award and as the 2002 recipient of the University of the Aftermarket Founders’ Service Award.

Prior to his 15-year continuing involvement in the AAIA, Luckett had already accumulated more than 20 years’ aftermarket industry experience as vice president of sales and marketing for an automotive WD in Washington, D.C., and as a marketing representative for Triad Systems.

Since 1959, the Aftermarket Foundation has assisted individuals and families of the automotive aftermarket industry that have fallen on hard times due to an unexpected death, catastrophic injury, serious illness or financial hardship. Board members are called upon to assist in the fundraising efforts of the Foundation and also to assist in the identification of those in need. The Aftermarket Foundation is a volunteer organization made up of representatives from across the aftermarket industry sector and is a 501 [c] (3) charitable organization, contributions to which are tax-deductible. For more information, visit www.aftermarketfoundation.com.

The SEMA Wheel & Tire Council (WTC) welcomes all wheel and tire professionals and is currently accepting new members. Along with the benefit of joining a community of industry leaders, membership in the WTC offers several distinct advantages:

Wheel Installation Guide: The WTC has assembled guidelines for safely working with wheels and tires. Bolt-pattern and torque specs are provided in the form of a handy shop poster—a great business resource in the installation area. New members receive four copies of the guide poster.

Learning Opportunities: The WTC has developed an educational track that focuses on wheel fundamentals and sales. The courses are offered as part of the SEMA Educational Institute; these courses are open to all WTC members.

Wheel Standards: WTC members provide input and guidance as members of the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) standards committee, working to maintain J2530 standards as a standalone voluntary testing standard. By interacting directly with the SAE and other leading industry organizations, WTC members have a chance to advance the wheel and tire segment for the good of all.

Business Partnerships: The WTC works closely with the Tire Industry Alliance (TIA) and maintains a sitting position on the council for TIA representation.  In addition, WTC members are provided exclusive networking opportunities and work cooperatively with industry leading manufacturers, retailers, WDs and service providers in both private and public forums. These invaluable interactions will help you expand your industry contacts and gain better insight into the challenges and opportunities confronting the wheel and tire segment of the specialty-equipment industry.

The WTC is open to all SEMA members working in the wheel and tire segment. To take advantage of this opportunity to network with other industry leaders, get started through SEMA's Council & Committee webpage.

The SEMA Wheel & Tire Council (WTC) welcomes all wheel and tire professionals and is currently accepting new members. Along with the benefit of joining a community of industry leaders, membership in the WTC offers several distinct advantages:

Wheel Installation Guide: The WTC has assembled guidelines for safely working with wheels and tires. Bolt-pattern and torque specs are provided in the form of a handy shop poster—a great business resource in the installation area. New members receive four copies of the guide poster.

Learning Opportunities: The WTC has developed an educational track that focuses on wheel fundamentals and sales. The courses are offered as part of the SEMA Educational Institute; these courses are open to all WTC members.

Wheel Standards: WTC members provide input and guidance as members of the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) standards committee, working to maintain J2530 standards as a standalone voluntary testing standard. By interacting directly with the SAE and other leading industry organizations, WTC members have a chance to advance the wheel and tire segment for the good of all.

Business Partnerships: The WTC works closely with the Tire Industry Alliance (TIA) and maintains a sitting position on the council for TIA representation.  In addition, WTC members are provided exclusive networking opportunities and work cooperatively with industry leading manufacturers, retailers, WDs and service providers in both private and public forums. These invaluable interactions will help you expand your industry contacts and gain better insight into the challenges and opportunities confronting the wheel and tire segment of the specialty-equipment industry.

The WTC is open to all SEMA members working in the wheel and tire segment. To take advantage of this opportunity to network with other industry leaders, get started through SEMA's Council & Committee webpage.

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) postponed the start date for a rule requiring employers to display a poster informing workers of their right to unionize and bargain collectively. The rule is now scheduled to take effect April 30, 2012. The rule is widely opposed by business groups, including SEMA, over concerns that it unfairly promotes unionization.

The rule was scheduled to take effect last November but was delayed by the NLRB until January in order to provide more time to make private-sector employers aware of their obligation to post the notice. The rule has been delayed a second time at the request of a U.S. District Court, which is considering legal challenges to the rule. The 11x17-in. notice poster can be downloaded for free from the NLRB website. 

For more information, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) postponed the start date for a rule requiring employers to display a poster informing workers of their right to unionize and bargain collectively. The rule is now scheduled to take effect April 30, 2012. The rule is widely opposed by business groups, including SEMA, over concerns that it unfairly promotes unionization.

The rule was scheduled to take effect last November but was delayed by the NLRB until January in order to provide more time to make private-sector employers aware of their obligation to post the notice. The rule has been delayed a second time at the request of a U.S. District Court, which is considering legal challenges to the rule. The 11x17-in. notice poster can be downloaded for free from the NLRB website. 

For more information, contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org.