Thu, 05/25/2017 - 08:33

By Amelia Zwecher

Virtual Fair
The SEMA Virtual Career Fair is a great opportunity for employers to take advantage of inexpensive branding and future talent pipeline development.

In less than one week, SEMA will host its inaugural virtual career fair, June 1, 2017, from 12:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. (EDT). Nearly 500 job seekers and 25 employers are signed up to participate. As a refresher, some benefits for employers are:

  • Lower recruiting costs by using SEMA’s online virtual solution to screen and recruit quality candidates.
  • Interact in your own chat room with the option to conduct video interviews.
  • Unlimited access to all registered candidates’ information, including exporting electronic résumés.
  • Save time, travel and the number of staff required to participate in on-site events.
  • Efficiently involve subject-matter experts and other decision makers in the recruiting process.
  • Eliminate transportation and overhead costs associated with booth design and production.

This event is ideal for companies seeking to hire now or within 6–12 months. This event is a great opportunity for branding and building a solid pipeline so that your company maintains a strong “time to fill” metric that will decrease the costs associated with a vacant position.

Don’t miss out on this benefit offered by SEMA. Use the promo code “50off” to receive $50 off the $125 registration fee today! For more information, or to sign up for the pre-recorded virtual career fair webinar tutorial, contact manager of career services Amelia F. Zwecher, PhD, PHR, at ameliaz@sema.org.

Thu, 05/25/2017 - 08:33

By Amelia Zwecher

Virtual Fair
The SEMA Virtual Career Fair is a great opportunity for employers to take advantage of inexpensive branding and future talent pipeline development.

In less than one week, SEMA will host its inaugural virtual career fair, June 1, 2017, from 12:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. (EDT). Nearly 500 job seekers and 25 employers are signed up to participate. As a refresher, some benefits for employers are:

  • Lower recruiting costs by using SEMA’s online virtual solution to screen and recruit quality candidates.
  • Interact in your own chat room with the option to conduct video interviews.
  • Unlimited access to all registered candidates’ information, including exporting electronic résumés.
  • Save time, travel and the number of staff required to participate in on-site events.
  • Efficiently involve subject-matter experts and other decision makers in the recruiting process.
  • Eliminate transportation and overhead costs associated with booth design and production.

This event is ideal for companies seeking to hire now or within 6–12 months. This event is a great opportunity for branding and building a solid pipeline so that your company maintains a strong “time to fill” metric that will decrease the costs associated with a vacant position.

Don’t miss out on this benefit offered by SEMA. Use the promo code “50off” to receive $50 off the $125 registration fee today! For more information, or to sign up for the pre-recorded virtual career fair webinar tutorial, contact manager of career services Amelia F. Zwecher, PhD, PHR, at ameliaz@sema.org.

Thu, 05/25/2017 - 08:24

By AJ Carney

Town Hall
SEMA’s Town Hall Meetings provide both members and prospective members with the opportunity to learn about the association’s current programs and objectives while networking with automotive aftermarket professionals from the same geographic region.

SEMA invites industry professionals to its next Town Hall Meeting in Seattle, where members and prospective members will gather at Competition Specialties, Tuesday, July 11, 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., for an evening of networking with local industry leaders and the SEMA team.

SEMA’s Town Hall Meetings provide both members and prospective members with the opportunity to learn about the association’s current programs and objectives while networking with automotive aftermarket professionals from the same geographic region. These personal interactions give members a chance to share the business challenges and opportunities they face. As SEMA staff interacts with attendees, they also gain valuable feedback, which helps identify how current benefits can enhance members’ business operations to better meet their needs.

For more information on the 2017 Town Hall Series or to register, visit SEMA’s Town Hall Meetings website or contact Kristen Fregoso at 909-978-6681 or kristenf@sema.org.

Thu, 05/25/2017 - 08:24

By AJ Carney

Town Hall
SEMA’s Town Hall Meetings provide both members and prospective members with the opportunity to learn about the association’s current programs and objectives while networking with automotive aftermarket professionals from the same geographic region.

SEMA invites industry professionals to its next Town Hall Meeting in Seattle, where members and prospective members will gather at Competition Specialties, Tuesday, July 11, 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., for an evening of networking with local industry leaders and the SEMA team.

SEMA’s Town Hall Meetings provide both members and prospective members with the opportunity to learn about the association’s current programs and objectives while networking with automotive aftermarket professionals from the same geographic region. These personal interactions give members a chance to share the business challenges and opportunities they face. As SEMA staff interacts with attendees, they also gain valuable feedback, which helps identify how current benefits can enhance members’ business operations to better meet their needs.

For more information on the 2017 Town Hall Series or to register, visit SEMA’s Town Hall Meetings website or contact Kristen Fregoso at 909-978-6681 or kristenf@sema.org.

Thu, 05/25/2017 - 08:15

By SEMA Editors

35
SEMA News is looking to highlight top-tier talent in the automotive aftermarket industry who are age 35 and younger.

For the fifth consecutive year, SEMA News is looking to highlight top-tier talent in the automotive aftermarket industry age 35 and younger. If you know a leader in that age range as of September 1, 2017—whether they’re in manufacturing and design, marketing, retail, events and media, or distribution—SEMA News would like to hear from you.

It is very likely that SEMA members are currently working with creative and talented young professionals who are already moving the industry in new and different directions. They’re also the ones who have played major roles in leveraging new and emerging technologies—in areas that include marketing and product development—with a traditional automotive aftermarket business to expand company reach and customer interaction.

They could be budding superstars at an established company, entrepreneurs building their own brands or innovators who have launched companies that are sure to become big names in the future. What they’ll have in common are fresh ideas, enthusiasm, charisma and the drive to succeed. These are people who know what’s going on at the ground level, who see opportunities that are now forming and who travel in circles that may be very different from those of our “old-school” industry leaders.

Winners will be chosen based on their business successes, contributions to their organizations, industry knowledge and community involvement. We’ll honor the winners in the September issue of SEMA News and on www.sema.org.

Nominate a candidate now for the 2017 SEMA News 35 Under 35. Nominations are due May 31, 2017.

Thu, 05/25/2017 - 08:15

By SEMA Editors

35
SEMA News is looking to highlight top-tier talent in the automotive aftermarket industry who are age 35 and younger.

For the fifth consecutive year, SEMA News is looking to highlight top-tier talent in the automotive aftermarket industry age 35 and younger. If you know a leader in that age range as of September 1, 2017—whether they’re in manufacturing and design, marketing, retail, events and media, or distribution—SEMA News would like to hear from you.

It is very likely that SEMA members are currently working with creative and talented young professionals who are already moving the industry in new and different directions. They’re also the ones who have played major roles in leveraging new and emerging technologies—in areas that include marketing and product development—with a traditional automotive aftermarket business to expand company reach and customer interaction.

They could be budding superstars at an established company, entrepreneurs building their own brands or innovators who have launched companies that are sure to become big names in the future. What they’ll have in common are fresh ideas, enthusiasm, charisma and the drive to succeed. These are people who know what’s going on at the ground level, who see opportunities that are now forming and who travel in circles that may be very different from those of our “old-school” industry leaders.

Winners will be chosen based on their business successes, contributions to their organizations, industry knowledge and community involvement. We’ll honor the winners in the September issue of SEMA News and on www.sema.org.

Nominate a candidate now for the 2017 SEMA News 35 Under 35. Nominations are due May 31, 2017.

Thu, 05/25/2017 - 08:15

By SEMA Editors

35
SEMA News is looking to highlight top-tier talent in the automotive aftermarket industry who are age 35 and younger.

For the fifth consecutive year, SEMA News is looking to highlight top-tier talent in the automotive aftermarket industry age 35 and younger. If you know a leader in that age range as of September 1, 2017—whether they’re in manufacturing and design, marketing, retail, events and media, or distribution—SEMA News would like to hear from you.

It is very likely that SEMA members are currently working with creative and talented young professionals who are already moving the industry in new and different directions. They’re also the ones who have played major roles in leveraging new and emerging technologies—in areas that include marketing and product development—with a traditional automotive aftermarket business to expand company reach and customer interaction.

They could be budding superstars at an established company, entrepreneurs building their own brands or innovators who have launched companies that are sure to become big names in the future. What they’ll have in common are fresh ideas, enthusiasm, charisma and the drive to succeed. These are people who know what’s going on at the ground level, who see opportunities that are now forming and who travel in circles that may be very different from those of our “old-school” industry leaders.

Winners will be chosen based on their business successes, contributions to their organizations, industry knowledge and community involvement. We’ll honor the winners in the September issue of SEMA News and on www.sema.org.

Nominate a candidate now for the 2017 SEMA News 35 Under 35. Nominations are due May 31, 2017.

Thu, 05/25/2017 - 08:14

By SEMA Editors

Are you hunting for a new job? The SEMA Career Center has a comprehensive listing of automotive-related job openings around the country. Here are some of the latest classifieds posted to the website.

Car Builder/Sheet-Metal Fabricator: Custom Rod Garage is hiring three talented sheet-metal fabricators/car builders with at least five years of hands-on experience to add to its team. The ideal candidate must have a good work ethic and possess the ability to perform tasks on time and professionally, have solid TIG and MIG welding skills, metal shaping experience, and familiarity with the general fabrication tasks associated with building custom vehicles. Must have your own tools and a valid driver’s license.

Microsoft Dynamics NAV Developer: Steelcraft Group is hiring a Microsoft Dynamics NAV developer responsible for developing new functionality within existing applications and NAV, working closely with company managers to design and implement new functionality, planning and growing the integration processes to developing applications, assisting in strategic improvement with business processes and maintaining existing software. The successful candidate must have strong Microsoft Dynamics-NAV development experience, proven experience working with NAV and SQL Server (2–3 years), and a solid understanding of ERP processes.

Technician/Mechanic: Prestige Golf Carts is hiring three technicians/mechanics responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, and repair Club Car, Polaris GEM, E-Z-Go, Cushman, Yamaha and Taylor Dunn carts, maintaining a detailed history of vehicle performance or mechanical failure, and diagnosing vehicles based on observational and mechanical testing as well as information provided by the customer. Ideal candidates are required to have experience within the power sports, automotive and/or golf-cart fields and be well versed in suspension, electrical and diagnostic work.

12-Volt Installer: CPS Companies is hiring a 12-volt installer responsible for installing both electronics and hard parts, including remote starts, navigation systems, DVD systems, audio systems, Bluetooth kits, tonneau covers, running boards, etc. This person will interface with customers frequently to complete installs and handle any concerns. A minimum of two years’ 12V installation experience is required or the equivalent training/education. Along with technical expertise, the ideal candidate will be customer-service, detail and team oriented.

Machinists: ATI Performance is hiring machinists. The CNC mill machinist must be capable of checking parts to print, making offset changes and producing good-quality parts at the end of the production run. Two years of shop experience is required. The CNC lathe operator must be capable of reading drawings and making offset changes on their own. This requires a solid grasp of micrometers, calipers and other measuring devices. The CMM operator should be able to constantly monitor product quality and seek ways to improve it. The manual lathe operator position requires previous manual lathe experience and the ability to use appropriate tools, read drawings and check the parts for accurate boring, drilling, reaming, milling, grinding etc., in order to create a product with high quality and symmetry on the axis of rotation.

Thu, 05/25/2017 - 08:11

By SEMA Editors

Following are dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, measuring sessions and activities.

For association-related travel, contact Manya Petropaki (manya.p@travelstore.com) at Travel Store USA, 949-930-9268.

Wed, 05/24/2017 - 13:52

By Jason Catullo

circus
Circus Circus is among several Las Vegas hotels that are available for less than $150 per night.

Showgoers who have not yet secured rooms for the 2017 SEMA Show are encouraged to check out the hotel deals and options available on www.SEMAShow.com/travel. All hotel reservations made through the SEMA Show’s official housing partner, OnPeak, come with guaranteed low rates, no hidden fees and exclusive room blocks. 

The Travel & Lodging page on www.SEMAShow.com features a real-time listing of the hotel deals and discounts available. Hotels can be searched and sorted by alphabetical order, rating, distance from the Las Vegas Convention Center or price. The following are hotels available for less than $150 per night.

  • Circus Circus
  • Excalibur
  • Luxor
  • Stratosphere

For an extra level of service and assurance, guests are identified as SEMA Showgoers, and the hotel staff is prepared to deliver a higher level of service and direct guests to Show-related programs, such as free shuttles.

Read more about the benefits of booking through the Show’s official housing provider.

For assistance with your reservations, call OnPeak at 866-611-8831 (for international callers, dial +1-312-527-7300), Monday–Friday, between 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (CDT). If you have an existing reservation, have your OnPeak Attendance/Group ID number handy.

Note: Attendees and exhibitors should be vigilant if approached by companies or services other than OnPeak that imply or claim to be an official housing provider of the SEMA Show. Management is aware of other housing companies and travel agencies that may be aggressively pursuing you or your company to book your guest rooms through their company at supposedly significant discounts.

Reservations made through an agency other than OnPeak are at your own risk. Exhibitors and attendees contacted by another housing company trying to sell hotel rooms should notify SEMA Show Management at 909-396-0289.

Companies that are not affiliated with the SEMA Show include:

  • Book My Rooms LLC
  • Convention Housing Management
  • Convention Expo Travel
  • Elite Corporate Planners
  • Exhibition Housing Services
  • Expo Housing
  • Global Housing Management (GHM Travel)
  • HDMC Group
  • IEP Group
  • International Events
  • Le Company LLC
  • TradeShow Housing
  • WholesaleTravelPlanners