The U.S. government is teaming up with SEMA to assist U.S. manufacturers in developing new overseas customers. Pictured here is SEMA member Injen Technology’s Vice President of Sales Ed Rossi (third from the left) and the company’s President Ron Delgado (second from the right) meeting with potential customers at the recent SEMA China Business Development program in China. The grant will support these efforts and other SEMA programs to facilitate networking opportunities with key overseas buyers in emerging markets.

The U.S. Department of Commerce named SEMA as one of the five recipients of the Market Development Cooperator Program (MDCP) for 2011. As a result, SEMA will receive $500,000 in matching funds over the next three years to support U.S. manufacturers that export automotive specialty-equipment products to booming emerging international markets. The grant is intended to stimulate U.S. exports of specialty-equipment products as part of the Administration's National Export Initiative, which aims to double U.S. exports by 2014 in support of several million U.S. jobs.

"SEMA is pleased to partner with the Commerce Department to expand the association's initiatives bringing together U.S. manufacturers with distributors and retailers in the fastest-growing markets in the world," said SEMA President and CEO Chris Kersting. "The fact that SEMA has been selected for a MDCP award from the US Department of Commerce reinforces the value of our growing Business Development Conference program and provides financial support to Members seeking to participate in this and other association export initiatives."

SEMA was selected from among nearly 50 applicants based on a number of factors, including export success, performance measurement, partnership potential with the Commerce's International Trade Administration (ITA) and compatibility with ITA priorities, creativity, institutional capacity and program sustainability following the grant period.

For more information about the Market Development Cooperator Program, visit www.trade.gov/mdcp. For more information on SEMA's international programs, contact SEMA's Director of International and Government Relations Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.

The U.S. government is teaming up with SEMA to assist U.S. manufacturers in developing new overseas customers. Pictured here is SEMA member Injen Technology’s Vice President of Sales Ed Rossi (third from the left) and the company’s President Ron Delgado (second from the right) meeting with potential customers at the recent SEMA China Business Development program in China. The grant will support these efforts and other SEMA programs to facilitate networking opportunities with key overseas buyers in emerging markets.

The U.S. Department of Commerce named SEMA as one of the five recipients of the Market Development Cooperator Program (MDCP) for 2011. As a result, SEMA will receive $500,000 in matching funds over the next three years to support U.S. manufacturers that export automotive specialty-equipment products to booming emerging international markets. The grant is intended to stimulate U.S. exports of specialty-equipment products as part of the Administration's National Export Initiative, which aims to double U.S. exports by 2014 in support of several million U.S. jobs.

"SEMA is pleased to partner with the Commerce Department to expand the association's initiatives bringing together U.S. manufacturers with distributors and retailers in the fastest-growing markets in the world," said SEMA President and CEO Chris Kersting. "The fact that SEMA has been selected for a MDCP award from the US Department of Commerce reinforces the value of our growing Business Development Conference program and provides financial support to Members seeking to participate in this and other association export initiatives."

SEMA was selected from among nearly 50 applicants based on a number of factors, including export success, performance measurement, partnership potential with the Commerce's International Trade Administration (ITA) and compatibility with ITA priorities, creativity, institutional capacity and program sustainability following the grant period.

For more information about the Market Development Cooperator Program, visit www.trade.gov/mdcp. For more information on SEMA's international programs, contact SEMA's Director of International and Government Relations Linda Spencer at lindas@sema.org.

	UPS NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver David Ragan will make an appearance at the 2011 SEMA Show.

UPS—the official logistics provider of NASCAR—will feature its NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver, David Ragan, at this year’s SEMA Show. Kicking off the day speaking at the New Products Breakfast, Ragan will also make an appearance at the UPS booth the morning of Tuesday, November 1, to sign autographs for attendees.

“We’re excited to bring David Ragan to the 2011 SEMA Show,” said Kristin DeBates, UPS marketing manager serving customers in the automotive industry. “It’s the premier show for auto enthusiasts with an audience that appreciates the sport and logistics of racing just as much as our UPS racing team does.”

A 25-year-old native of Unadilla, Georgia, and owner of David Ragan Ford in Perry, Georgia, Ragan has won multiple pole awards this season and captured his first Sprint Cup Series win at Daytona International Speedway in July.

“For those involved with NASCAR, UPS trackside services is a logistics model that ensures all shipments arrive to the track on time every week and is crucial to the success of each weekend’s event,” said DeBates. “UPS takes that same commitment it applies for NASCAR and leverages it for all of our customers. For SEMA members in particular, we can help them understand how logistics can be a competitive advantage for their businesses.”

To participate in the autograph opportunity with David Ragan, visit UPS’s booth at the SEMA Show, #11827, in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 1.

For an extensive list of all celebrity experiences at the 2011 SEMA Show, click here.

	UPS NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver David Ragan will make an appearance at the 2011 SEMA Show.

UPS—the official logistics provider of NASCAR—will feature its NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver, David Ragan, at this year’s SEMA Show. Kicking off the day speaking at the New Products Breakfast, Ragan will also make an appearance at the UPS booth the morning of Tuesday, November 1, to sign autographs for attendees.

“We’re excited to bring David Ragan to the 2011 SEMA Show,” said Kristin DeBates, UPS marketing manager serving customers in the automotive industry. “It’s the premier show for auto enthusiasts with an audience that appreciates the sport and logistics of racing just as much as our UPS racing team does.”

A 25-year-old native of Unadilla, Georgia, and owner of David Ragan Ford in Perry, Georgia, Ragan has won multiple pole awards this season and captured his first Sprint Cup Series win at Daytona International Speedway in July.

“For those involved with NASCAR, UPS trackside services is a logistics model that ensures all shipments arrive to the track on time every week and is crucial to the success of each weekend’s event,” said DeBates. “UPS takes that same commitment it applies for NASCAR and leverages it for all of our customers. For SEMA members in particular, we can help them understand how logistics can be a competitive advantage for their businesses.”

To participate in the autograph opportunity with David Ragan, visit UPS’s booth at the SEMA Show, #11827, in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 1.

For an extensive list of all celebrity experiences at the 2011 SEMA Show, click here.

According to the shooters at Brenda Priddy & Co., and judging by the photos, it appears that the Camaro ZL1 may be getting a Track-Pack option. Upon close examination, the hood scoop looks like a cold-air intake and the photographer on-site said that this Camaro is "louder than heck!"

Priddy said that security was pretty tight, and track spectators surrounded the prototype when it wasn't flexing its muscle on the track. While Priddy and team cannot confirm it yet, speculation is high that this Camaro is equipped with a Track-Pack option.

Photo: Brian Williams for Brenda Priddy & Company

According to the shooters at Brenda Priddy & Co., and judging by the photos, it appears that the Camaro ZL1 may be getting a Track-Pack option. Upon close examination, the hood scoop looks like a cold-air intake and the photographer on-site said that this Camaro is "louder than heck!"

Priddy said that security was pretty tight, and track spectators surrounded the prototype when it wasn't flexing its muscle on the track. While Priddy and team cannot confirm it yet, speculation is high that this Camaro is equipped with a Track-Pack option.

Photo: Brian Williams for Brenda Priddy & Company

SEMA offers many opportunities for Show advertising and sponsorships. These include SEMA News, the 2011 SEMA Show Directory, International Buyer's Guide and SEMA Show Pocket Guide.

SEMA's low-cost, high-value sponsorships are designed to enhance your Show participation and are only available to exhibitors. The deadline to submit your application is September 30.

For more information, visit SEMAShow.com, click on "Exhibitor Manual" and "Sponsorship Opportunities," or contact Joe Sebergandio at 818/248-4449 or joe@motormediainc.com.

Upcoming Deadlines:

September 9		Exhibit Space Design Notification (for all exhibits 400 NSF or more)
September 9		Hanging Sign Design Notification Order
September 9		Show Directory Advertising Materials Due
September 16		PR Company Contact Information
September 23		CompuSystems: International Exhibitor Registration (to receive badges in mail)
September 30		Booth Food Service (Advance Rate)–ARAMARK
September 30		Exhibitor-Appointed Contractor Application
September 30		Fabric Solutions–Freeman
September 30		Sponsorship Materials Due–Motor Media
September 30		Vehicle Detailing (Advance Rate)–ECA Ltd.
September 30		Student Program Application (Interns)
October 3		Lead Retrieval Rental (Advance Rate)–CompuSytems
October 7		Carpet and Cleaning Order (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7		Credit Card Authorization–Freeman
October 7		Cable Order (Advance Rate)–Smart City
October 7		Electrical Order (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7		Exhibit Accessories (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7		Exhibit Furnishings (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7		Feature Vehicle Display Application Information
October 7		Hanging Truss, Chain Hoist, Lighting and Stagehand Labor (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7		Labor, Installation and Dismantle–Freeman
October 7		Members Lounge Conference Room Reservation
October 7		Method of Payment–Freeman
October 7		New Products Entry (Advance Rate)
October 7		Project Vehicle Builders
October 7		Rental Exhibit Order (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7		Rigging Equipment Labor Order–Freeman
October 7		Booth Security Guard Service (Advance Rate)–COPS & Pro-Tect
October 7		Special Signs and Graphics (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7		Target Time Changes–Freeman
October 7		Telephone/Internet Order (Advance Rate)–Smart City
October 7		Third-Party Payment–Freeman
October 7		Utilities: Air/Water/Drain Order (Advance Rate)–Freeman

SEMA offers many opportunities for Show advertising and sponsorships. These include SEMA News, the 2011 SEMA Show Directory, International Buyer's Guide and SEMA Show Pocket Guide.

SEMA's low-cost, high-value sponsorships are designed to enhance your Show participation and are only available to exhibitors. The deadline to submit your application is September 30.

For more information, visit SEMAShow.com, click on "Exhibitor Manual" and "Sponsorship Opportunities," or contact Joe Sebergandio at 818/248-4449 or joe@motormediainc.com.

Upcoming Deadlines:

September 9		Exhibit Space Design Notification (for all exhibits 400 NSF or more)
September 9		Hanging Sign Design Notification Order
September 9		Show Directory Advertising Materials Due
September 16		PR Company Contact Information
September 23		CompuSystems: International Exhibitor Registration (to receive badges in mail)
September 30		Booth Food Service (Advance Rate)–ARAMARK
September 30		Exhibitor-Appointed Contractor Application
September 30		Fabric Solutions–Freeman
September 30		Sponsorship Materials Due–Motor Media
September 30		Vehicle Detailing (Advance Rate)–ECA Ltd.
September 30		Student Program Application (Interns)
October 3		Lead Retrieval Rental (Advance Rate)–CompuSytems
October 7		Carpet and Cleaning Order (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7		Credit Card Authorization–Freeman
October 7		Cable Order (Advance Rate)–Smart City
October 7		Electrical Order (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7		Exhibit Accessories (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7		Exhibit Furnishings (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7		Feature Vehicle Display Application Information
October 7		Hanging Truss, Chain Hoist, Lighting and Stagehand Labor (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7		Labor, Installation and Dismantle–Freeman
October 7		Members Lounge Conference Room Reservation
October 7		Method of Payment–Freeman
October 7		New Products Entry (Advance Rate)
October 7		Project Vehicle Builders
October 7		Rental Exhibit Order (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7		Rigging Equipment Labor Order–Freeman
October 7		Booth Security Guard Service (Advance Rate)–COPS & Pro-Tect
October 7		Special Signs and Graphics (Advance Rate)–Freeman
October 7		Target Time Changes–Freeman
October 7		Telephone/Internet Order (Advance Rate)–Smart City
October 7		Third-Party Payment–Freeman
October 7		Utilities: Air/Water/Drain Order (Advance Rate)–Freeman

Participating in the SEMA Show Feature Vehicle Program provides exhibitors with additional exposure at the Show and offers media and buyers a real-world example at how specialty-equipment enhances the look and functionality of any vehicle.

The SEMA Show offers not only displays and in-depth appraisals of the latest automotive specialty-equipment products, but also a look at those products installed on some of the finest examples of virtually every type of vehicle available in the market today. Participating in the SEMA Show Feature Vehicle Program provides exhibitors with additional exposure at the Show and offers media and buyers a real-world example at how specialty-equipment enhances the look and functionality of any vehicle.

Get more eyes on your company and products by submitting a Feature Vehicle Display Application today. The deadline to submit an application is October 7.

Please note that vehicle placement is at the sole discretion of Show management, and requests for placement in specific areas of the Show are not guaranteed.

For more information and to register a vehicle for feature display, use the online Feature Vehicle Application. Questions? Contact Donna Lawson featurevehicle@convexx.com.

Participating in the SEMA Show Feature Vehicle Program provides exhibitors with additional exposure at the Show and offers media and buyers a real-world example at how specialty-equipment enhances the look and functionality of any vehicle.

The SEMA Show offers not only displays and in-depth appraisals of the latest automotive specialty-equipment products, but also a look at those products installed on some of the finest examples of virtually every type of vehicle available in the market today. Participating in the SEMA Show Feature Vehicle Program provides exhibitors with additional exposure at the Show and offers media and buyers a real-world example at how specialty-equipment enhances the look and functionality of any vehicle.

Get more eyes on your company and products by submitting a Feature Vehicle Display Application today. The deadline to submit an application is October 7.

Please note that vehicle placement is at the sole discretion of Show management, and requests for placement in specific areas of the Show are not guaranteed.

For more information and to register a vehicle for feature display, use the online Feature Vehicle Application. Questions? Contact Donna Lawson featurevehicle@convexx.com.