By Della Domingo

Using the SEMA Garage’s new Fortus 450mc 3-D printer, members are able to print functional prototypes in up to nine different materials as large as 16x14x16 in.

New materials in the 3-D printing industry are making additive manufacturing relevant for more businesses. With materials such as Nylon 12CF and TPU 92A, prototypes and products that are flexible and durable with a high stiffness-to-weight ratio can be 3-D printed quickly, easily and affordably.

To learn about these new materials and current trends in 3-D printing, sign up for the free, half-day seminar presented by Stratasys at the SEMA Garage, Tuesday, July 30. During “Additive Manufacturing in Automotive,” participants will hear and see firsthand how 3-D printing saves time and money, and is easier than many may realize. Lunch is included, as well as tours of the SEMA Garage. 

Learn more and sign up now!

By Kristopher Porter

Kirstin Stone

July’s “She Is” Member Spotlight is dedicated to Young Executives Network (YEN) Chair Kirstin Stone from Radians.

Check out Stone’s Q&A with SEMA and the SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) below:

SEMA: What is the best advice you have ever received?

Kirstin Stone: Just jump in! If you want to get involved, quit trying to figure out how to best to do it and just do it.

SEMA: What keeps you involved in this industry?

KS: I've stayed in the industry because there’s a like-mindedness here that I appreciate. 

SEMA: On a Saturday, where can you be found? 

KS: Either drag racing or working on my ’99 LS-powered Mustang.

SEMA: How do you prepare for going to an important meeting?

KS: Show up a few minutes early, carrying a planner and some caffeine.

SEMA: If you could go to lunch with one industry leader, living or dead, who would it be? 

KS: John Menzler. He was the first industry leader that I met, and he actively encouraged my involvement with the councils and networks. It was such a short interaction at a morning networking event that wound up having a huge impact on my career. Knowing what I do now about the aftermarket, I wish I could pick his brain much further.

Fill out your form to be a part of the #SheIsSEMA family. You will have the opportunity to be featured on SBN’s social media, eNews, and have yourself recognized on the www.sema.org/sheissema website. While you’re there, check out other inspirational women who are leading the industry and are paving the path for future success.

Not an SBN member? Sign up, and join the action today!

By Kristopher Porter

Kirstin Stone

July’s “She Is” Member Spotlight is dedicated to Young Executives Network (YEN) Chair Kirstin Stone from Radians.

Check out Stone’s Q&A with SEMA and the SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) below:

SEMA: What is the best advice you have ever received?

Kirstin Stone: Just jump in! If you want to get involved, quit trying to figure out how to best to do it and just do it.

SEMA: What keeps you involved in this industry?

KS: I've stayed in the industry because there’s a like-mindedness here that I appreciate. 

SEMA: On a Saturday, where can you be found? 

KS: Either drag racing or working on my ’99 LS-powered Mustang.

SEMA: How do you prepare for going to an important meeting?

KS: Show up a few minutes early, carrying a planner and some caffeine.

SEMA: If you could go to lunch with one industry leader, living or dead, who would it be? 

KS: John Menzler. He was the first industry leader that I met, and he actively encouraged my involvement with the councils and networks. It was such a short interaction at a morning networking event that wound up having a huge impact on my career. Knowing what I do now about the aftermarket, I wish I could pick his brain much further.

Fill out your form to be a part of the #SheIsSEMA family. You will have the opportunity to be featured on SBN’s social media, eNews, and have yourself recognized on the www.sema.org/sheissema website. While you’re there, check out other inspirational women who are leading the industry and are paving the path for future success.

Not an SBN member? Sign up, and join the action today!

Melanie White, president of Hellwig Products, received the SEMA 2018 Person of the Year award during the SEMA Show Industry Awards Banquet.

By Kristopher Porter

Nominations are now being accepted for SEMA’s prestigious annual awards—take some time to learn about the award categories and submit your nomination.

The awards that will be presented at the 2019 SEMA Show are: GEN-III Innovator, Manufacturer of the Year, Person of the Year, Rep Agency of the Year and WD of the Year.

Submit your nominations.

The awards honor individuals and companies who have made a significant impact on the specialty-equipment market industry within the past year. The award winners will be celebrated for their accomplishments at the 2019 SEMA Industry Awards Banquet, Thursday, November 7, during the 2019 SEMA Show.

Be sure to check out the SEMA Industry awards site where you can gain knowledge of the rich history of award winners, read about the award criteria, view photos from previous banquets and nominate industry leaders to win awards in multiple categories.

Melanie White, president of Hellwig Products, received the SEMA 2018 Person of the Year award during the SEMA Show Industry Awards Banquet.

By Kristopher Porter

Nominations are now being accepted for SEMA’s prestigious annual awards—take some time to learn about the award categories and submit your nomination.

The awards that will be presented at the 2019 SEMA Show are: GEN-III Innovator, Manufacturer of the Year, Person of the Year, Rep Agency of the Year and WD of the Year.

Submit your nominations.

The awards honor individuals and companies who have made a significant impact on the specialty-equipment market industry within the past year. The award winners will be celebrated for their accomplishments at the 2019 SEMA Industry Awards Banquet, Thursday, November 7, during the 2019 SEMA Show.

Be sure to check out the SEMA Industry awards site where you can gain knowledge of the rich history of award winners, read about the award criteria, view photos from previous banquets and nominate industry leaders to win awards in multiple categories.

By Kristopher Porter

Each council and network will announce and present its annual awards during individual receptions at the 2019 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

SEMA’s councils and networks honor outstanding companies and professionals through their awards program. Each of the councils and networks announce and present their annual awards during their individual receptions at the SEMA Show. The winners are nominated and voted on by each council and network membership. SEMA is now calling for nominations for each award.

Nominate for the following councils that represent different market segments:

• Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO)
• Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN)
• Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA)
• Truck & Off-Road Alliance (TORA)
• Professional Restylers Organization (PRO)
• SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN)
• Wheel & Tire Council (WTC)
• Young Executives Network (YEN)

View the awards, criteria and past winners on the new SEMA Council and Network Awards website and nominate a worthy candidate! Nomination period ends Friday, July 19.

*Nominees must be a member of the council or network they are being nominated for. If you are unsure, please contact our SEMA customer service specialist at 909-610-2030 for assistance.

By Kristopher Porter

Each council and network will announce and present its annual awards during individual receptions at the 2019 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

SEMA’s councils and networks honor outstanding companies and professionals through their awards program. Each of the councils and networks announce and present their annual awards during their individual receptions at the SEMA Show. The winners are nominated and voted on by each council and network membership. SEMA is now calling for nominations for each award.

Nominate for the following councils that represent different market segments:

• Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO)
• Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN)
• Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA)
• Truck & Off-Road Alliance (TORA)
• Professional Restylers Organization (PRO)
• SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN)
• Wheel & Tire Council (WTC)
• Young Executives Network (YEN)

View the awards, criteria and past winners on the new SEMA Council and Network Awards website and nominate a worthy candidate! Nomination period ends Friday, July 19.

*Nominees must be a member of the council or network they are being nominated for. If you are unsure, please contact our SEMA customer service specialist at 909-610-2030 for assistance.

Three 2019 Aston Martin models will be available for manufacturers to preview: the Vantage, DB11 and DBS Superleggera.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2019-aston-martin-measuring-session-tickets-62722087452

Three 2019 Aston Martin models will be available for manufacturers to preview: the Vantage, DB11 and DBS Superleggera.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2019-aston-martin-measuring-session-tickets-62722087452

Three 2019 Aston Martin models will be available for manufacturers to preview: the Vantage, DB11 and DBS Superleggera.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2019-aston-martin-measuring-session-tickets-62722087452