Thu, 11/03/2016 - 12:55

By SEMA News Staff

SBN
From left to right: Laurel Dasher, Tiffany Dorin, Kathryn Reinhardt and Jennifer Reed accepted the 2016 Athena Champion Award for MagnaFlow Exhaust; Melanie White, Athena Woman of the Year; Erin Gilhuly, SBN chair; and Camee Edelbrock, SBN chair-elect. Not pictured: Ruby Davis, 2016 Athena Rising Star.

The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) held its 5th annual Gear-up Girl event Monday afternoon. The event is designed to connect female students participating in the SEMA Show Student Program with female automotive professionals who can share perspectives and experience from their time in the industry.

Event attendees enjoyed snacks and beverages and honored leading women in the industry. Melanie White of Hellwig Products was awarded the 2016 SBN Athena Woman of the Year, an award established to honor an industry woman for her outstanding achievements and contributions in the automotive aftermarket.

Ruby Davis of ChickDriven was named the 2016 SBN Athena Rising Star, which recognizes a woman under the age of 30 who is making significant strides in advancing her career in the automotive aftermarket. Recipients are emerging leaders in career development in aspects of business, including networking, education, leveraging the wisdom of others, along with any volunteer efforts within the industry.

MagnaFlow Exhaust was awarded the 2016 SBN Athena Champion Award. The award honors a SEMA member, male or female, or company for outstanding lifetime contributions and dedication to women in the specialty-equipment industry.

More information about the SEMA Businesswomen’s Network is available at www.SEMA.org/sbn.

Thu, 11/03/2016 - 12:55

By SEMA News Staff

SBN
From left to right: Laurel Dasher, Tiffany Dorin, Kathryn Reinhardt and Jennifer Reed accepted the 2016 Athena Champion Award for MagnaFlow Exhaust; Melanie White, Athena Woman of the Year; Erin Gilhuly, SBN chair; and Camee Edelbrock, SBN chair-elect. Not pictured: Ruby Davis, 2016 Athena Rising Star.

The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) held its 5th annual Gear-up Girl event Monday afternoon. The event is designed to connect female students participating in the SEMA Show Student Program with female automotive professionals who can share perspectives and experience from their time in the industry.

Event attendees enjoyed snacks and beverages and honored leading women in the industry. Melanie White of Hellwig Products was awarded the 2016 SBN Athena Woman of the Year, an award established to honor an industry woman for her outstanding achievements and contributions in the automotive aftermarket.

Ruby Davis of ChickDriven was named the 2016 SBN Athena Rising Star, which recognizes a woman under the age of 30 who is making significant strides in advancing her career in the automotive aftermarket. Recipients are emerging leaders in career development in aspects of business, including networking, education, leveraging the wisdom of others, along with any volunteer efforts within the industry.

MagnaFlow Exhaust was awarded the 2016 SBN Athena Champion Award. The award honors a SEMA member, male or female, or company for outstanding lifetime contributions and dedication to women in the specialty-equipment industry.

More information about the SEMA Businesswomen’s Network is available at www.SEMA.org/sbn.

Thu, 11/03/2016 - 12:49

By SEMA News Staff

Matt Reasoner
Matt Reasoner of Retrax was named the 2016 YEN Young Executive of the Year.

The Young Executives Network (YEN) held a networking reception on Tuesday evening, an event which annually serves as the largest gathering of young professionals at the SEMA Show. Attendees enjoyed food and beverage while networking with industry friends.

Wade Kawasaki
SEMA Chair-elect Wade Kawasaki (left) of Coker Group was awarded the YEN Vanguard Award.

The event also honored two outstanding individuals in the automotive aftermarket. Matt Reasoner of Retrax was named the 2016 YEN Young Executive of the Year.

The Young Executive of the Year award is presented each year to an individual under the age of 40 who has demonstrated exceptional service, integrity, professional growth and business ethics throughout the last 12 months.

In addition to the Young Executive of the Year presentation, SEMA Chair-elect Wade Kawasaki of Coker Group was awarded the YEN Vanguard Award in recognition of his contributions in support of young industry leaders.

Learn more about the Young Executives Network at www.SEMA.org/yen.

Thu, 11/03/2016 - 12:49

By SEMA News Staff

Matt Reasoner
Matt Reasoner of Retrax was named the 2016 YEN Young Executive of the Year.

The Young Executives Network (YEN) held a networking reception on Tuesday evening, an event which annually serves as the largest gathering of young professionals at the SEMA Show. Attendees enjoyed food and beverage while networking with industry friends.

Wade Kawasaki
SEMA Chair-elect Wade Kawasaki (left) of Coker Group was awarded the YEN Vanguard Award.

The event also honored two outstanding individuals in the automotive aftermarket. Matt Reasoner of Retrax was named the 2016 YEN Young Executive of the Year.

The Young Executive of the Year award is presented each year to an individual under the age of 40 who has demonstrated exceptional service, integrity, professional growth and business ethics throughout the last 12 months.

In addition to the Young Executive of the Year presentation, SEMA Chair-elect Wade Kawasaki of Coker Group was awarded the YEN Vanguard Award in recognition of his contributions in support of young industry leaders.

Learn more about the Young Executives Network at www.SEMA.org/yen.

Thu, 11/03/2016 - 12:49

By SEMA News Staff

Matt Reasoner
Matt Reasoner of Retrax was named the 2016 YEN Young Executive of the Year.

The Young Executives Network (YEN) held a networking reception on Tuesday evening, an event which annually serves as the largest gathering of young professionals at the SEMA Show. Attendees enjoyed food and beverage while networking with industry friends.

Wade Kawasaki
SEMA Chair-elect Wade Kawasaki (left) of Coker Group was awarded the YEN Vanguard Award.

The event also honored two outstanding individuals in the automotive aftermarket. Matt Reasoner of Retrax was named the 2016 YEN Young Executive of the Year.

The Young Executive of the Year award is presented each year to an individual under the age of 40 who has demonstrated exceptional service, integrity, professional growth and business ethics throughout the last 12 months.

In addition to the Young Executive of the Year presentation, SEMA Chair-elect Wade Kawasaki of Coker Group was awarded the YEN Vanguard Award in recognition of his contributions in support of young industry leaders.

Learn more about the Young Executives Network at www.SEMA.org/yen.

Thu, 11/03/2016 - 12:46

By SEMA News Staff

Restyler of the Year
Craig Marsh (middle left) and Mike Gherardi (middle right) of Auto Image were honored as the 2016 PRO Restyler of the Year.

The Professional Restylers Organization (PRO) held its annual industry awards reception on Tuesday evening of the 2016 SEMA Show on the pool deck of the Westgate Hotel, providing a relaxing ambiance under the lights with a live band. Attendees enjoyed food and beverage while networking and honoring leading companies and professionals in the restyling segment.

PRO Manufacturer of the Year
Representatives of Webasto Products North America accept the PRO Manufacturer of the Year.

Mike Gherardi and Craig Marsh of Auto Image were honored as the 2016 PRO Restyler of the Year. The award was established to honor outstanding restylers and installers whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments have enhanced the stature and growth of the industry within the candidate’s community.

Webasto Products North America was named PRO Manufacturer of the Year. The award was established to honor outstanding manufacturers in the restyling industry whose professionalism, business practices and accomplishments serve as a benchmark for others to achieve and have enhanced the stature and growth within the aftermarket community.

Jeff Varick of Brandmotion received the Nat Danas Person of the Year Award.

The PRO Person of the Year has acted with a high degree of integrity and professionalism and has contributed to the general stature of the industry. Membership in and contribution to SEMA and PRO should be a primary consideration, with significant impact on the local level.

Jeff Varick
Jeff Varick of Brandmotion received the Nat Danas Person of the Year Award.

Larry Kramer of Texas Auto Tops received the Jim Borre´ Lifetime Achievement Award.

The award honors an individual in the restyling, trim or light-truck accessory industry who has made significant contributions toward the betterment of the aftermarket at the local and national levels. This individual represents the highest mark of professionalism, service and integrity.

Learn more about the Professional Restylers Organization at www.SEMA.org/pro.

 

 

 

 

 

Thu, 11/03/2016 - 12:46

By SEMA News Staff

Restyler of the Year
Craig Marsh (middle left) and Mike Gherardi (middle right) of Auto Image were honored as the 2016 PRO Restyler of the Year.

The Professional Restylers Organization (PRO) held its annual industry awards reception on Tuesday evening of the 2016 SEMA Show on the pool deck of the Westgate Hotel, providing a relaxing ambiance under the lights with a live band. Attendees enjoyed food and beverage while networking and honoring leading companies and professionals in the restyling segment.

PRO Manufacturer of the Year
Representatives of Webasto Products North America accept the PRO Manufacturer of the Year.

Mike Gherardi and Craig Marsh of Auto Image were honored as the 2016 PRO Restyler of the Year. The award was established to honor outstanding restylers and installers whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments have enhanced the stature and growth of the industry within the candidate’s community.

Webasto Products North America was named PRO Manufacturer of the Year. The award was established to honor outstanding manufacturers in the restyling industry whose professionalism, business practices and accomplishments serve as a benchmark for others to achieve and have enhanced the stature and growth within the aftermarket community.

Jeff Varick of Brandmotion received the Nat Danas Person of the Year Award.

The PRO Person of the Year has acted with a high degree of integrity and professionalism and has contributed to the general stature of the industry. Membership in and contribution to SEMA and PRO should be a primary consideration, with significant impact on the local level.

Jeff Varick
Jeff Varick of Brandmotion received the Nat Danas Person of the Year Award.

Larry Kramer of Texas Auto Tops received the Jim Borre´ Lifetime Achievement Award.

The award honors an individual in the restyling, trim or light-truck accessory industry who has made significant contributions toward the betterment of the aftermarket at the local and national levels. This individual represents the highest mark of professionalism, service and integrity.

Learn more about the Professional Restylers Organization at www.SEMA.org/pro.

 

 

 

 

 

Thu, 11/03/2016 - 12:46

By SEMA News Staff

Restyler of the Year
Craig Marsh (middle left) and Mike Gherardi (middle right) of Auto Image were honored as the 2016 PRO Restyler of the Year.

The Professional Restylers Organization (PRO) held its annual industry awards reception on Tuesday evening of the 2016 SEMA Show on the pool deck of the Westgate Hotel, providing a relaxing ambiance under the lights with a live band. Attendees enjoyed food and beverage while networking and honoring leading companies and professionals in the restyling segment.

PRO Manufacturer of the Year
Representatives of Webasto Products North America accept the PRO Manufacturer of the Year.

Mike Gherardi and Craig Marsh of Auto Image were honored as the 2016 PRO Restyler of the Year. The award was established to honor outstanding restylers and installers whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments have enhanced the stature and growth of the industry within the candidate’s community.

Webasto Products North America was named PRO Manufacturer of the Year. The award was established to honor outstanding manufacturers in the restyling industry whose professionalism, business practices and accomplishments serve as a benchmark for others to achieve and have enhanced the stature and growth within the aftermarket community.

Jeff Varick of Brandmotion received the Nat Danas Person of the Year Award.

The PRO Person of the Year has acted with a high degree of integrity and professionalism and has contributed to the general stature of the industry. Membership in and contribution to SEMA and PRO should be a primary consideration, with significant impact on the local level.

Jeff Varick
Jeff Varick of Brandmotion received the Nat Danas Person of the Year Award.

Larry Kramer of Texas Auto Tops received the Jim Borre´ Lifetime Achievement Award.

The award honors an individual in the restyling, trim or light-truck accessory industry who has made significant contributions toward the betterment of the aftermarket at the local and national levels. This individual represents the highest mark of professionalism, service and integrity.

Learn more about the Professional Restylers Organization at www.SEMA.org/pro.

 

 

 

 

 

Thu, 11/03/2016 - 12:46

By SEMA News Staff

Restyler of the Year
Craig Marsh (middle left) and Mike Gherardi (middle right) of Auto Image were honored as the 2016 PRO Restyler of the Year.

The Professional Restylers Organization (PRO) held its annual industry awards reception on Tuesday evening of the 2016 SEMA Show on the pool deck of the Westgate Hotel, providing a relaxing ambiance under the lights with a live band. Attendees enjoyed food and beverage while networking and honoring leading companies and professionals in the restyling segment.

PRO Manufacturer of the Year
Representatives of Webasto Products North America accept the PRO Manufacturer of the Year.

Mike Gherardi and Craig Marsh of Auto Image were honored as the 2016 PRO Restyler of the Year. The award was established to honor outstanding restylers and installers whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments have enhanced the stature and growth of the industry within the candidate’s community.

Webasto Products North America was named PRO Manufacturer of the Year. The award was established to honor outstanding manufacturers in the restyling industry whose professionalism, business practices and accomplishments serve as a benchmark for others to achieve and have enhanced the stature and growth within the aftermarket community.

Jeff Varick of Brandmotion received the Nat Danas Person of the Year Award.

The PRO Person of the Year has acted with a high degree of integrity and professionalism and has contributed to the general stature of the industry. Membership in and contribution to SEMA and PRO should be a primary consideration, with significant impact on the local level.

Jeff Varick
Jeff Varick of Brandmotion received the Nat Danas Person of the Year Award.

Larry Kramer of Texas Auto Tops received the Jim Borre´ Lifetime Achievement Award.

The award honors an individual in the restyling, trim or light-truck accessory industry who has made significant contributions toward the betterment of the aftermarket at the local and national levels. This individual represents the highest mark of professionalism, service and integrity.

Learn more about the Professional Restylers Organization at www.SEMA.org/pro.

 

 

 

 

 

Thu, 11/03/2016 - 12:36

By SEMA News Staff

Barry Horlick
Barry Horlick of Voxx Wheels was inducted into the WTC Hall of Fame.

The Wheel and Tire Council (WTC) held its annual industry reception Tuesday evening at the Renaissance Hotel Pool Deck. The reception annually brings together members and Show attendees to network and enjoy food and beverage, and serves as the backdrop of the council’s WTC Hall of Fame presentation.

This year, Barry Horlick of Voxx Wheels was inducted into the WTC Hall of Fame.

The council’s Hall of Fame was founded to recognize and honor outstanding individuals in the wheel and tire industry whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness and accomplishments on a national basis have enhanced the status of the industry, while significantly contributing to its growth, progress and professionalism.

Learn more about the WTC at www.SEMA.org/wtc.