By Linda Spencer

(L–R): Martin Herbst, director, Department of Commerce – U.S. Export Assistance Center in Las Vegas; Terri Peddicord, product line director/supercharger – Edelbrock LLC; Tim Martin, senior advisor – K&N Engineering/SEMA chair-elect.

Three SEMA-member companies were honored with the Department of Commerce Export Achievement Award during the International Happy Hour at the 2018 SEMA Show.

Edelbrock, Fox and Race Winning Brands were recognized for their success in exporting, with this year’s awards presented by Martin Herbst, director of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Las Vegas U.S. Export Assistance Center.

“Edelbrock is thrilled to be recognized by the U.S. Department of Commerce for its international achievements. We are not here to win awards; we want to be a great supplier of hot-rod and go-fast parts to all our international partners,” said Steve Whipple, Edelbrock’s vice president, sales and marketing.

“JE Pistons/Race Winning Brands is honored to have been selected to receive the DOC Export Achievement Award,” said Jim Irwin, sales manager for JE Pistons.

“Our organization works extremely hard to ensure our brands and products are available globally. SEMA’s international business development programs have been a great resource for our company and have contributed to our international growth.”

Martin Herbst, Director Department of Commerce – U.S. Export Assistance Center in Las Vegas (left); Jeff Hermann, Product Manager, Powered Vehicles – FOX (middle); Dan Moser, International Sales Specialist – FOX (right).

Martin Herbst, Director Department of Commerce – U.S. Export Assistance Center in Las Vegas (left); John Ohradzansky, VP of Sales – Race Winning Brands (second from the left); Cindy Verkooij, General Manager – JE Pistons (third from the left); James Irwin, Sales Manager – Race Winning Brands (third from the right); Brian Reese, RWB CEO – Race Winning Brands (second from the right); Tim Martin – K&N Engineering/SEMA Chairman Elect (right).

By Linda Spencer

(L–R): Martin Herbst, director, Department of Commerce – U.S. Export Assistance Center in Las Vegas; Terri Peddicord, product line director/supercharger – Edelbrock LLC; Tim Martin, senior advisor – K&N Engineering/SEMA chair-elect.

Three SEMA-member companies were honored with the Department of Commerce Export Achievement Award during the International Happy Hour at the 2018 SEMA Show.

Edelbrock, Fox and Race Winning Brands were recognized for their success in exporting, with this year’s awards presented by Martin Herbst, director of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Las Vegas U.S. Export Assistance Center.

“Edelbrock is thrilled to be recognized by the U.S. Department of Commerce for its international achievements. We are not here to win awards; we want to be a great supplier of hot-rod and go-fast parts to all our international partners,” said Steve Whipple, Edelbrock’s vice president, sales and marketing.

“JE Pistons/Race Winning Brands is honored to have been selected to receive the DOC Export Achievement Award,” said Jim Irwin, sales manager for JE Pistons.

“Our organization works extremely hard to ensure our brands and products are available globally. SEMA’s international business development programs have been a great resource for our company and have contributed to our international growth.”

Martin Herbst, Director Department of Commerce – U.S. Export Assistance Center in Las Vegas (left); Jeff Hermann, Product Manager, Powered Vehicles – FOX (middle); Dan Moser, International Sales Specialist – FOX (right).

Martin Herbst, Director Department of Commerce – U.S. Export Assistance Center in Las Vegas (left); John Ohradzansky, VP of Sales – Race Winning Brands (second from the left); Cindy Verkooij, General Manager – JE Pistons (third from the left); James Irwin, Sales Manager – Race Winning Brands (third from the right); Brian Reese, RWB CEO – Race Winning Brands (second from the right); Tim Martin – K&N Engineering/SEMA Chairman Elect (right).

By Linda Spencer

(L–R): Martin Herbst, director, Department of Commerce – U.S. Export Assistance Center in Las Vegas; Terri Peddicord, product line director/supercharger – Edelbrock LLC; Tim Martin, senior advisor – K&N Engineering/SEMA chair-elect.

Three SEMA-member companies were honored with the Department of Commerce Export Achievement Award during the International Happy Hour at the 2018 SEMA Show.

Edelbrock, Fox and Race Winning Brands were recognized for their success in exporting, with this year’s awards presented by Martin Herbst, director of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Las Vegas U.S. Export Assistance Center.

“Edelbrock is thrilled to be recognized by the U.S. Department of Commerce for its international achievements. We are not here to win awards; we want to be a great supplier of hot-rod and go-fast parts to all our international partners,” said Steve Whipple, Edelbrock’s vice president, sales and marketing.

“JE Pistons/Race Winning Brands is honored to have been selected to receive the DOC Export Achievement Award,” said Jim Irwin, sales manager for JE Pistons.

“Our organization works extremely hard to ensure our brands and products are available globally. SEMA’s international business development programs have been a great resource for our company and have contributed to our international growth.”

Martin Herbst, Director Department of Commerce – U.S. Export Assistance Center in Las Vegas (left); Jeff Hermann, Product Manager, Powered Vehicles – FOX (middle); Dan Moser, International Sales Specialist – FOX (right).

Martin Herbst, Director Department of Commerce – U.S. Export Assistance Center in Las Vegas (left); John Ohradzansky, VP of Sales – Race Winning Brands (second from the left); Cindy Verkooij, General Manager – JE Pistons (third from the left); James Irwin, Sales Manager – Race Winning Brands (third from the right); Brian Reese, RWB CEO – Race Winning Brands (second from the right); Tim Martin – K&N Engineering/SEMA Chairman Elect (right).

By Linda Spencer

(L–R): Martin Herbst, director, Department of Commerce – U.S. Export Assistance Center in Las Vegas; Terri Peddicord, product line director/supercharger – Edelbrock LLC; Tim Martin, senior advisor – K&N Engineering/SEMA chair-elect.

Three SEMA-member companies were honored with the Department of Commerce Export Achievement Award during the International Happy Hour at the 2018 SEMA Show.

Edelbrock, Fox and Race Winning Brands were recognized for their success in exporting, with this year’s awards presented by Martin Herbst, director of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Las Vegas U.S. Export Assistance Center.

“Edelbrock is thrilled to be recognized by the U.S. Department of Commerce for its international achievements. We are not here to win awards; we want to be a great supplier of hot-rod and go-fast parts to all our international partners,” said Steve Whipple, Edelbrock’s vice president, sales and marketing.

“JE Pistons/Race Winning Brands is honored to have been selected to receive the DOC Export Achievement Award,” said Jim Irwin, sales manager for JE Pistons.

“Our organization works extremely hard to ensure our brands and products are available globally. SEMA’s international business development programs have been a great resource for our company and have contributed to our international growth.”

Martin Herbst, Director Department of Commerce – U.S. Export Assistance Center in Las Vegas (left); Jeff Hermann, Product Manager, Powered Vehicles – FOX (middle); Dan Moser, International Sales Specialist – FOX (right).

Martin Herbst, Director Department of Commerce – U.S. Export Assistance Center in Las Vegas (left); John Ohradzansky, VP of Sales – Race Winning Brands (second from the left); Cindy Verkooij, General Manager – JE Pistons (third from the left); James Irwin, Sales Manager – Race Winning Brands (third from the right); Brian Reese, RWB CEO – Race Winning Brands (second from the right); Tim Martin – K&N Engineering/SEMA Chairman Elect (right).

By Linda Spencer

The 2019 Middle East program includes hotel, meals, networking events, briefings, a tour of specialty-equipment shops and exhibiting at the Custom Show Emirates in a turnkey booth.

The 2019 Australia program fees include hotel, meals, networking events, briefings, a tour of specialty-equipment shops and exhibiting at the MotorEx show in a turnkey booth.

A conference call will be held Wednesday, December 12, at 11:00 a.m. (PST) for SEMA members who are interested in attending SEMA Business Development Programs in both the United Arab Emirates and Australia. To participate in the call, email Kristin Atwan, SEMA senior international market specialist, at kristina@sema.org.

SEMA Middle East Business Development Program, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), March 26–31, 2019

Participants can learn the potential for their products in the customizing-crazy UAE and surrounding region, where consumers are eager to get the latest U.S. products for classic-car restoration, off-roading, racing, street performance and aesthetics. High disposable income coupled with a passion for personalization makes this an attractive region.

The 2019 program includes hotel, meals, networking events, briefings, a tour of specialty-equipment shops and exhibiting at the Custom Show Emirates in a turnkey booth. Prices start at $3,850 per company.

Exhibitor Registration

SEMA Australia Business Development Conference, Melbourne, Australia, May 9–13, 2019

Participants can explore this market of true gearheads and the opportunities for manufacturers of sought-after products for SUVs/pickups, street performance and racing. Sales of the new Ford Mustang are red-hot, and rumor has it that they have more hot rodders per capita in Australia than anywhere else in the world.

The 2019 program fees include hotel, meals, networking events, briefings, a tour of specialty-equipment shops and exhibiting at the MotorEx show in a turnkey booth. Prices start at $3,850 per company.

Exhibitor Registration

U.S. government support is available for qualified companies. Register now; slots are limited. For more information or to schedule a conference call to discuss the SEMA Business Development Program, contact Linda Spencer, SEMA senior director of international and government affairs, at lindas@sema.org.

By Linda Spencer

The 2019 Middle East program includes hotel, meals, networking events, briefings, a tour of specialty-equipment shops and exhibiting at the Custom Show Emirates in a turnkey booth.

The 2019 Australia program fees include hotel, meals, networking events, briefings, a tour of specialty-equipment shops and exhibiting at the MotorEx show in a turnkey booth.

A conference call will be held Wednesday, December 12, at 11:00 a.m. (PST) for SEMA members who are interested in attending SEMA Business Development Programs in both the United Arab Emirates and Australia. To participate in the call, email Kristin Atwan, SEMA senior international market specialist, at kristina@sema.org.

SEMA Middle East Business Development Program, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), March 26–31, 2019

Participants can learn the potential for their products in the customizing-crazy UAE and surrounding region, where consumers are eager to get the latest U.S. products for classic-car restoration, off-roading, racing, street performance and aesthetics. High disposable income coupled with a passion for personalization makes this an attractive region.

The 2019 program includes hotel, meals, networking events, briefings, a tour of specialty-equipment shops and exhibiting at the Custom Show Emirates in a turnkey booth. Prices start at $3,850 per company.

Exhibitor Registration

SEMA Australia Business Development Conference, Melbourne, Australia, May 9–13, 2019

Participants can explore this market of true gearheads and the opportunities for manufacturers of sought-after products for SUVs/pickups, street performance and racing. Sales of the new Ford Mustang are red-hot, and rumor has it that they have more hot rodders per capita in Australia than anywhere else in the world.

The 2019 program fees include hotel, meals, networking events, briefings, a tour of specialty-equipment shops and exhibiting at the MotorEx show in a turnkey booth. Prices start at $3,850 per company.

Exhibitor Registration

U.S. government support is available for qualified companies. Register now; slots are limited. For more information or to schedule a conference call to discuss the SEMA Business Development Program, contact Linda Spencer, SEMA senior director of international and government affairs, at lindas@sema.org.

By Linda Spencer

The 2019 Middle East program includes hotel, meals, networking events, briefings, a tour of specialty-equipment shops and exhibiting at the Custom Show Emirates in a turnkey booth.

The 2019 Australia program fees include hotel, meals, networking events, briefings, a tour of specialty-equipment shops and exhibiting at the MotorEx show in a turnkey booth.

A conference call will be held Wednesday, December 12, at 11:00 a.m. (PST) for SEMA members who are interested in attending SEMA Business Development Programs in both the United Arab Emirates and Australia. To participate in the call, email Kristin Atwan, SEMA senior international market specialist, at kristina@sema.org.

SEMA Middle East Business Development Program, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), March 26–31, 2019

Participants can learn the potential for their products in the customizing-crazy UAE and surrounding region, where consumers are eager to get the latest U.S. products for classic-car restoration, off-roading, racing, street performance and aesthetics. High disposable income coupled with a passion for personalization makes this an attractive region.

The 2019 program includes hotel, meals, networking events, briefings, a tour of specialty-equipment shops and exhibiting at the Custom Show Emirates in a turnkey booth. Prices start at $3,850 per company.

Exhibitor Registration

SEMA Australia Business Development Conference, Melbourne, Australia, May 9–13, 2019

Participants can explore this market of true gearheads and the opportunities for manufacturers of sought-after products for SUVs/pickups, street performance and racing. Sales of the new Ford Mustang are red-hot, and rumor has it that they have more hot rodders per capita in Australia than anywhere else in the world.

The 2019 program fees include hotel, meals, networking events, briefings, a tour of specialty-equipment shops and exhibiting at the MotorEx show in a turnkey booth. Prices start at $3,850 per company.

Exhibitor Registration

U.S. government support is available for qualified companies. Register now; slots are limited. For more information or to schedule a conference call to discuss the SEMA Business Development Program, contact Linda Spencer, SEMA senior director of international and government affairs, at lindas@sema.org.

By Della Domingo

The 2019 Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC) Media Trade Conference will be held January 22–24, at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North.

Journalists are invited to sign up for the 2019 Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC) Media Trade Conference, taking place Tuesday–Thursday, January 22–24, at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North in Santa Ana, California, where participating journalists will sit down in up to 42 (14 each day) private, uninterrupted meetings with executives from top motorsports parts manufacturers in the industry.

Company representatives come to the meetings prepared to discuss everything from their newest product lines, to changes at their companies, to industry trends, during their meetings with editors. Additionally, afternoon lunches and breaks provide further opportunities for meetings and networking.

Media participation is free to all editorial representatives, making it the most affordable and efficient way for reporters to get detailed information specific to their audience’s needs and interests while gathering a year’s worth of editorial content.

Early registration guarantees that reporters will receive the best possible schedules prior to the event. Meetings are scheduled based on the companies that journalists select on their applications, so participants are encouraged to pay close attention to the companies they select. Journalists should also mark “Do Not Meet” for the companies outside of their editorial needs.

For questions regarding the event, visit SEMA’s website or contact Juan Torres, SEMA media relations specialist, at juant@sema.org or 909-978-6722.

By Della Domingo

The 2019 Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC) Media Trade Conference will be held January 22–24, at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North.

Journalists are invited to sign up for the 2019 Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC) Media Trade Conference, taking place Tuesday–Thursday, January 22–24, at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North in Santa Ana, California, where participating journalists will sit down in up to 42 (14 each day) private, uninterrupted meetings with executives from top motorsports parts manufacturers in the industry.

Company representatives come to the meetings prepared to discuss everything from their newest product lines, to changes at their companies, to industry trends, during their meetings with editors. Additionally, afternoon lunches and breaks provide further opportunities for meetings and networking.

Media participation is free to all editorial representatives, making it the most affordable and efficient way for reporters to get detailed information specific to their audience’s needs and interests while gathering a year’s worth of editorial content.

Early registration guarantees that reporters will receive the best possible schedules prior to the event. Meetings are scheduled based on the companies that journalists select on their applications, so participants are encouraged to pay close attention to the companies they select. Journalists should also mark “Do Not Meet” for the companies outside of their editorial needs.

For questions regarding the event, visit SEMA’s website or contact Juan Torres, SEMA media relations specialist, at juant@sema.org or 909-978-6722.

By Della Domingo

The 2019 Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC) Media Trade Conference will be held January 22–24, at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North.

Journalists are invited to sign up for the 2019 Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC) Media Trade Conference, taking place Tuesday–Thursday, January 22–24, at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North in Santa Ana, California, where participating journalists will sit down in up to 42 (14 each day) private, uninterrupted meetings with executives from top motorsports parts manufacturers in the industry.

Company representatives come to the meetings prepared to discuss everything from their newest product lines, to changes at their companies, to industry trends, during their meetings with editors. Additionally, afternoon lunches and breaks provide further opportunities for meetings and networking.

Media participation is free to all editorial representatives, making it the most affordable and efficient way for reporters to get detailed information specific to their audience’s needs and interests while gathering a year’s worth of editorial content.

Early registration guarantees that reporters will receive the best possible schedules prior to the event. Meetings are scheduled based on the companies that journalists select on their applications, so participants are encouraged to pay close attention to the companies they select. Journalists should also mark “Do Not Meet” for the companies outside of their editorial needs.

For questions regarding the event, visit SEMA’s website or contact Juan Torres, SEMA media relations specialist, at juant@sema.org or 909-978-6722.