Currently, 2011 SEMA Show buyer registrations are up 54%, which represents a total of 6,060—more than twice the number registered this same time last year.

The 2011 SEMA Show is shattering records. Companies are taking booth space much earlier this year, as indicated in a recent report by Show management. Exhibit space sales in net square footage is up 14% year-to-date and total exhibitors are up 18% year-to-date. This brings the total number of exhibitors as of May 17, to 1,615—a strong indicator that in 2011, the SEMA Show is a top priority for manufacturers and buyers.

In fact, the number of first-time exhibitors has already grown to a healthy list of more than 230 companies. Whether it's your first SEMA Show or you're a seasoned veteran, if you haven't yet reserved a booth space, begin the process today by visiting www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth. Exhibiting at the 2011 SEMA Show can help your company achieve high value and high ROI through exclusive exhibitor opportunities and programs. If you have questions about exhibiting, contact ConvExx Show Management at 702/450-7662, ext. 120, or e-mail SEMA-exhibit@ConvExx.com for prompt, personalized service.

The recent Show management report further indicates that buyers are not waiting to register, either. Currently, buyer registrations are up 54%, which represents a total of 6,060—more than twice the number registered this same time last year. The press also has decided that come November 1, they are going to be at the Las Vegas Convention Center when the 2011 SEMA Show opens its doors. At present, media registrations are up 75% with 804 registrations already confirmed. If you haven't registered to attend yet—don't wait—simply visit www.SEMAShow.com and start making plans today to attend the 2011 SEMA Show.

2011 SEMA Show Resources:

Current list of Exhibitors for the 2011 SEMA Show
General Prospectus for Exhibitors (PDF)
Buy a Booth for the 2011 SEMA Show
Register as a Buyer for the 2011 SEMA Show

	Currently, 2011 SEMA Show buyer registrations are up 54%, which represents a total of 6,060—more than twice the number registered this same time last year.

The 2011 SEMA Show is shattering records. Companies are taking booth space much earlier this year, as indicated in a recent report by Show management. Exhibit space sales in net square footage is up 14% year-to-date and total exhibitors are up 18% year-to-date. This brings the total number of exhibitors as of May 17, to 1,615—a strong indicator that in 2011, the SEMA Show is a top priority for manufacturers and buyers.

In fact, the number of first-time exhibitors has already grown to a healthy list of more than 230 companies. Whether it's your first SEMA Show or you're a seasoned veteran, if you haven't yet reserved a booth space, begin the process today by visiting www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth. Exhibiting at the 2011 SEMA Show can help your company achieve high value and high ROI through exclusive exhibitor opportunities and programs. If you have questions about exhibiting, contact ConvExx Show Management at 702/450-7662, ext. 120, or e-mail SEMA-exhibit@ConvExx.com for prompt, personalized service.

The recent Show management report further indicates that buyers are not waiting to register, either. Currently, buyer registrations are up 54%, which represents a total of 6,060—more than twice the number registered this same time last year. The press also has decided that come November 1, they are going to be at the Las Vegas Convention Center when the 2011 SEMA Show opens its doors. At present, media registrations are up 75% with 804 registrations already confirmed. If you haven't registered to attend yet—don't wait—simply visit www.SEMAShow.com and start making plans today to attend the 2011 SEMA Show.

2011 SEMA Show Resources:

Current list of Exhibitors for the 2011 SEMA Show
General Prospectus for Exhibitors (PDF)
Buy a Booth for the 2011 SEMA Show
Register as a Buyer for the 2011 SEMA Show

	Currently, 2011 SEMA Show buyer registrations are up 54%, which represents a total of 6,060—more than twice the number registered this same time last year.

The 2011 SEMA Show is shattering records. Companies are taking booth space much earlier this year, as indicated in a recent report by Show management. Exhibit space sales in net square footage is up 14% year-to-date and total exhibitors are up 18% year-to-date. This brings the total number of exhibitors as of May 17, to 1,615—a strong indicator that in 2011, the SEMA Show is a top priority for manufacturers and buyers.

In fact, the number of first-time exhibitors has already grown to a healthy list of more than 230 companies. Whether it's your first SEMA Show or you're a seasoned veteran, if you haven't yet reserved a booth space, begin the process today by visiting www.SEMAShow.com/buyabooth. Exhibiting at the 2011 SEMA Show can help your company achieve high value and high ROI through exclusive exhibitor opportunities and programs. If you have questions about exhibiting, contact ConvExx Show Management at 702/450-7662, ext. 120, or e-mail SEMA-exhibit@ConvExx.com for prompt, personalized service.

The recent Show management report further indicates that buyers are not waiting to register, either. Currently, buyer registrations are up 54%, which represents a total of 6,060—more than twice the number registered this same time last year. The press also has decided that come November 1, they are going to be at the Las Vegas Convention Center when the 2011 SEMA Show opens its doors. At present, media registrations are up 75% with 804 registrations already confirmed. If you haven't registered to attend yet—don't wait—simply visit www.SEMAShow.com and start making plans today to attend the 2011 SEMA Show.

2011 SEMA Show Resources:

Current list of Exhibitors for the 2011 SEMA Show
General Prospectus for Exhibitors (PDF)
Buy a Booth for the 2011 SEMA Show
Register as a Buyer for the 2011 SEMA Show

SEMA is working with the Coalition Against Counterfeiting and Piracy (CACP), the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, labor organizations, large employers and small businesses to support legislation introduced in the U.S. Senate to help shut down rogue websites that sell counterfeit goods. Entitled the “Preventing Real Online Threats to Economic Creativity and Theft of Intellectual Property Act” (PROTECT IP), the bill would authorize the Justice Department to obtain court orders requiring search engines in the United States to stop displaying links to domain names.

“Theft is theft, whether a product is stolen from the store shelf or sold as counterfeit goods over the Internet,” said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. “The PROTECT IP BILL will provide law enforcement with more tools to combat crime involving intellectual property. Several years ago, the business community worked with Congress to update U.S. trademark law by allowing counterfeit goods to be destroyed along with the equipment used to produce the fake goods. SEMA now welcomes the opportunity to strengthen U.S. copyright law by shielding American consumers from websites that peddle pirated goods.”

The legislation is needed to address the growing problem of online sales of counterfeit and pirated goods, whether specialty auto parts, pharmaceuticals or movies. These products cost thousands of American jobs, expose consumers to health and safety threats and tarnish business reputations.

Companies can already pursue trademark infringement actions against people trafficking in counterfeit goods. However, the PROTECT IP Act would allow companies to ask the federal government to help combat infringement by blocking access to the website, search-engine references and consumer payments. The legislation is especially important in combating foreign-operated sites or domain names that are not registered through a U.S.-based registry. The PROTECT IP Act would nevertheless provide the domain operator full due process protections, including the right to argue its case in court and prove that its site is not engaged in IP theft.

For more information on the PROTECT IP Act and the campaign against online theft, please visit www.fightonlinetheft.com.

SEMA Wants to Know If You Are Threatened by Counterfeit Products

“Counterfeiting” is the deliberate imitation of a product or trademark with the intent to pass the product off as genuine. It is not the same as “knock-offs,” which are a version of the original product with some degree of difference. The degree defines whether the other product has infringed your patent, trademark or copyright or is distinctly different.

SEMA wants to better understand the threat counterfeit products pose to its members. If your company has been the target of counterfeit activity, now or in the past, please contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org or 202/783-6007, ext. 30. All information shared will be treated as confidential.

SEMA is working with the Coalition Against Counterfeiting and Piracy (CACP), the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, labor organizations, large employers and small businesses to support legislation introduced in the U.S. Senate to help shut down rogue websites that sell counterfeit goods. Entitled the “Preventing Real Online Threats to Economic Creativity and Theft of Intellectual Property Act” (PROTECT IP), the bill would authorize the Justice Department to obtain court orders requiring search engines in the United States to stop displaying links to domain names.

“Theft is theft, whether a product is stolen from the store shelf or sold as counterfeit goods over the Internet,” said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. “The PROTECT IP BILL will provide law enforcement with more tools to combat crime involving intellectual property. Several years ago, the business community worked with Congress to update U.S. trademark law by allowing counterfeit goods to be destroyed along with the equipment used to produce the fake goods. SEMA now welcomes the opportunity to strengthen U.S. copyright law by shielding American consumers from websites that peddle pirated goods.”

The legislation is needed to address the growing problem of online sales of counterfeit and pirated goods, whether specialty auto parts, pharmaceuticals or movies. These products cost thousands of American jobs, expose consumers to health and safety threats and tarnish business reputations.

Companies can already pursue trademark infringement actions against people trafficking in counterfeit goods. However, the PROTECT IP Act would allow companies to ask the federal government to help combat infringement by blocking access to the website, search-engine references and consumer payments. The legislation is especially important in combating foreign-operated sites or domain names that are not registered through a U.S.-based registry. The PROTECT IP Act would nevertheless provide the domain operator full due process protections, including the right to argue its case in court and prove that its site is not engaged in IP theft.

For more information on the PROTECT IP Act and the campaign against online theft, please visit www.fightonlinetheft.com.

SEMA Wants to Know If You Are Threatened by Counterfeit Products

“Counterfeiting” is the deliberate imitation of a product or trademark with the intent to pass the product off as genuine. It is not the same as “knock-offs,” which are a version of the original product with some degree of difference. The degree defines whether the other product has infringed your patent, trademark or copyright or is distinctly different.

SEMA wants to better understand the threat counterfeit products pose to its members. If your company has been the target of counterfeit activity, now or in the past, please contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org or 202/783-6007, ext. 30. All information shared will be treated as confidential.

SEMA is working with the Coalition Against Counterfeiting and Piracy (CACP), the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, labor organizations, large employers and small businesses to support legislation introduced in the U.S. Senate to help shut down rogue websites that sell counterfeit goods. Entitled the “Preventing Real Online Threats to Economic Creativity and Theft of Intellectual Property Act” (PROTECT IP), the bill would authorize the Justice Department to obtain court orders requiring search engines in the United States to stop displaying links to domain names.

“Theft is theft, whether a product is stolen from the store shelf or sold as counterfeit goods over the Internet,” said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. “The PROTECT IP BILL will provide law enforcement with more tools to combat crime involving intellectual property. Several years ago, the business community worked with Congress to update U.S. trademark law by allowing counterfeit goods to be destroyed along with the equipment used to produce the fake goods. SEMA now welcomes the opportunity to strengthen U.S. copyright law by shielding American consumers from websites that peddle pirated goods.”

The legislation is needed to address the growing problem of online sales of counterfeit and pirated goods, whether specialty auto parts, pharmaceuticals or movies. These products cost thousands of American jobs, expose consumers to health and safety threats and tarnish business reputations.

Companies can already pursue trademark infringement actions against people trafficking in counterfeit goods. However, the PROTECT IP Act would allow companies to ask the federal government to help combat infringement by blocking access to the website, search-engine references and consumer payments. The legislation is especially important in combating foreign-operated sites or domain names that are not registered through a U.S.-based registry. The PROTECT IP Act would nevertheless provide the domain operator full due process protections, including the right to argue its case in court and prove that its site is not engaged in IP theft.

For more information on the PROTECT IP Act and the campaign against online theft, please visit www.fightonlinetheft.com.

SEMA Wants to Know If You Are Threatened by Counterfeit Products

“Counterfeiting” is the deliberate imitation of a product or trademark with the intent to pass the product off as genuine. It is not the same as “knock-offs,” which are a version of the original product with some degree of difference. The degree defines whether the other product has infringed your patent, trademark or copyright or is distinctly different.

SEMA wants to better understand the threat counterfeit products pose to its members. If your company has been the target of counterfeit activity, now or in the past, please contact Stuart Gosswein at stuartg@sema.org or 202/783-6007, ext. 30. All information shared will be treated as confidential.

Joel Ayres

Industry veteran Joel Ayres has accepted the position of vice president of sales and marketing for Tākit Inc., manufacturers of the Bedslide and other light-truck cargo-management solutions. “Ayres has held the positions of national marketing director and division sales manager at Truck Accessories Group LLC, national sales manager at Gem Top Inc. and general manager of Rigid Form Inc., all in the truck accessory aftermarket," said Dan Marshall, president of Tākit. "Joel will be an important addition to the great team we presently have at Tākit.” Ayres serves on the SEMA Board of Directors and is also a member of the Truck and Off-Road Alliance (TORA) Hall of Fame.

Edelbrock LLC announced a new direct sales team for its Midwestern sales, service and marketing for Edelbrock and Russell products. The team includes incumbent National Sales Manager Jason Snyder and two new sales representatives, Greg Parker and Shane Turner. Snyder has more than 19 years of automotive industry experience, including more than seven years with Edelbrock, while both Parker and Turner bring more than 32 years of combined Edelbrock product and outside sales experience within the territory.

DuPont Custom Finishes was named the “Official Finish” of The Great Race, a vintage and collector-car rally that takes place between Chattanooga, Tennessee, and Bennington, Vermont, June 11–17, 2011. The Great Race national event, presented by Hemmings Motor News and Coker Tire, is a competition based on precision driving and navigational skills in classic, antique and vintage automobiles. The competition is in seven timed, controlled-speed, endurance rally stages—not top-speed races. Each vehicle must follow a prescribed common route while attempting to maintain assigned average speeds. Vehicle entries must have been manufactured in 1969 or earlier with a competition crew of two persons (generally a driver and a navigator) required in each competing vehicle.

Fesler Productions and Summit Racing have signed an agreement to make Summit Racing the exclusive large-scale distributor for the Fesler Billet line of products. According to a recent announcement, the partnership provides Fesler with a larger base of customers and gives Summit the ability to offer more than 200 products to its retail and wholesale customers. In addition to serving the auto racing markets, the partnership also provides Summit with the opportunity to focus on a larger customer base of restoration do-it-yourselfers.

For the second year in a row, a team from CWR Electronics exceeded their fundraising goals at the Berkeley Township Relay for Life, raising a total of $26,940.28 towards the fight against cancer. The Relay took place May 14–15 at Veterans Park in Bayville, New Jersey. Members of Team CWR stayed awake through the night walking the track to honor those fighting cancer 24 hours a day. Team CWR Captain Brian Swanke was the top fundraiser of the event, bringing in an individual total of $11,595.00. During the day of the Relay, Team CWR added to their total by selling hot food off the grill, home-baked treats and warm chili and soup for when the temperature dropped at night.

	Currently, there are more than 110 companies committed to exhibiting in the new Collision Repair & Refinish section at the 2011 SEMA Show.

The growing collision-repair section of the 2011 SEMA Show is now branded "Collision Repair & Refinish." The area will be one of 12 floor sections featured at the 2011 SEMA Show, Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, 2011, in Las Vegas.

"The number of exhibitors and educational seminars for the collision repair and refinish market increases year after year," said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA vice president of communications and events. "The new name, Collision Repair & Refinish, is just one way that the SEMA Show is evolving to better and more accurately reflect the growing presence of this market."

Drawing more than 100,000 industry professionals each year, the SEMA Show is a comprehensive trade show that features automotive parts and accessories in markets, such as performance, off-road, racing, restyling, light truck, powersports, collision repair and refinish, mobile electronics and more. Buyers come from more than 100 countries to meet with leading manufacturers and discover new markets and trends.

"Buyers are constantly seeking opportunities to expand and grow," said MacGillivray. "At the SEMA Show, buyers can easily discover the most relevant cross-marketing opportunities and see what the hot trends are. The floor sections make it easy for buyers to hone in on the products most relevant to their businesses and make the best use of their time at the SEMA Show."

In addition to the more than 110 companies already committed to exhibiting in the new Collision Repair & Refinish section, the SEMA Show features 11 other floor sections that will include manufacturers of products, such as cleaners, waxes, polishes, wheels, apparel, interior and exterior and tools and equipment. Professionals in the collision-repair industry will have opportunities to learn more about the industry and network with peers at special activities from the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) and I-CAR.

Details about the SEMA Show, including information on how to exhibit and attend, are available at www.SEMAShow.com.

	Currently, there are more than 110 companies committed to exhibiting in the new Collision Repair & Refinish section at the 2011 SEMA Show.

The growing collision-repair section of the 2011 SEMA Show is now branded "Collision Repair & Refinish." The area will be one of 12 floor sections featured at the 2011 SEMA Show, Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, 2011, in Las Vegas.

"The number of exhibitors and educational seminars for the collision repair and refinish market increases year after year," said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA vice president of communications and events. "The new name, Collision Repair & Refinish, is just one way that the SEMA Show is evolving to better and more accurately reflect the growing presence of this market."

Drawing more than 100,000 industry professionals each year, the SEMA Show is a comprehensive trade show that features automotive parts and accessories in markets, such as performance, off-road, racing, restyling, light truck, powersports, collision repair and refinish, mobile electronics and more. Buyers come from more than 100 countries to meet with leading manufacturers and discover new markets and trends.

"Buyers are constantly seeking opportunities to expand and grow," said MacGillivray. "At the SEMA Show, buyers can easily discover the most relevant cross-marketing opportunities and see what the hot trends are. The floor sections make it easy for buyers to hone in on the products most relevant to their businesses and make the best use of their time at the SEMA Show."

In addition to the more than 110 companies already committed to exhibiting in the new Collision Repair & Refinish section, the SEMA Show features 11 other floor sections that will include manufacturers of products, such as cleaners, waxes, polishes, wheels, apparel, interior and exterior and tools and equipment. Professionals in the collision-repair industry will have opportunities to learn more about the industry and network with peers at special activities from the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) and I-CAR.

Details about the SEMA Show, including information on how to exhibit and attend, are available at www.SEMAShow.com.

SEMA Show organizers have been working with major air carriers to secure discounted airfare for the 2011 SEMA Show. American, Continental, Delta and United are among the first airlines to offer up to 10% off of round-trip airfare to Las Vegas.

Listed below are the details and valid travel dates for the available discounts through each of the four airlines. The 2011 SEMA Show takes place Tuesday–Friday, November 1–4, 2011. Complete information on the SEMA Show is available online at www.SEMAShow.com.

American Airlines: 2011 SEMA Show travelers using American Airlines can save 5% off published fares during valid travel dates of October 29–November 6, 2011. Make your reservation at www.aa.com, choose your flight times and access your meeting discounts by inserting "48H1BN" in the Promotion Code box. Or, call a travel professional at the American Airlines Meeting Services Desk at 800/433-1790 for reservations. Refer to Promotion Code "48H1BN." Some restrictions apply.

Continental Airlines: Continental Airlines offers discounts ranging between 2%–10% off published fares or Zone fares. Valid travel dates run from October 29–November 7, 2011. Call a travel professional or Continental MeetingWorks at 800/468-7022 for reservations.  You can save an additional 3% off by booking your own reservations at www.continental.com; choose flight times and access meeting discounts by inserting "ZKGF432414" in the Offer Code box. By booking online, you'll also save the $25 service fee normally applied to phone reservations. Some restrictions apply. Contact Continental for complete details.

Delta Airlines: Delta Airlines is offering discounted airfares ranging from 2%–10% on full/unrestricted airfares to 2011 SEMA Show travelers. Valid travel dates run from October 28–November 7, 2011. Discounts are applicable to United States-Canada-originating passengers only. Individuals and meeting planners, call 800/328-1111 for reservations and ticketing assistance. Use Account Code "NM7MF" when purchasing your tickets to receive the discount. Some restrictions apply. Contact Delta for complete details.

United Airlines: Receive discounts of 5% or more with United Airlines. Valid travel dates run from October 24–November 11, 2011. Book online at www.united.com or call United toll-free at 800/521-4041. Refer to Promotion Code "590GT." Some restrictions apply. Contact United for complete details.