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The 2018 SEMA Show takes place Tuesday–Friday, October 30–November 2, in Las Vegas.

The 2018 SEMA Show takes place Tuesday–Friday, October 30–November 2, in Las Vegas.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross (center), U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Director Brian Moyer (left) and U.S. Department of Interior Senior Advisor Rick May presented at the ORR briefing on Capitol Hill.

SEMA and other Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) member organizations welcomed a federal government final report documenting the significant economic impact of the outdoor recreation economy. The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) found that the outdoor recreation industry contributed $412 billion to the nation’s economy in 2016 (the last available year of data), which represented 2.2% of U.S. Gross Domestic Product. Of note, motorized recreation and motorcycling accounted for more than $20 billion in economic activity.

For SEMA members, the range of products associated with outdoor recreation goes beyond the four-wheel drives, ATVs and UTVs often linked with off-roading. It includes tires, wheels, suspension, tuning and myriad other products for highway vehicles and for towing trailers, boats and other vehicles to their destinations. Given the importance of the off-road market, SEMA joined the ORR, which is comprised of more than 20 industry associations, representing off-roading, camping, fishing, boating, hiking, archery and other sports. The group provides a unified voice for outdoor recreation and is committed to pursuing federal policy reforms for rebuilding the nation’s recreation-related infrastructure and improving visitor experiences on our nation’s public lands.

The BEA report is a milestone for the outdoor recreation industry, which has long called for its sector to be formally included in government economic analysis. To mark the announcement, ORR held a Capitol Hill briefing with key federal officials, including U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross, BEA Director Brian Moyer and U.S. Department of Interior Senior Advisor Rick May.

For more information, contact Eric Snyder at erics@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross (center), U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Director Brian Moyer (left) and U.S. Department of Interior Senior Advisor Rick May presented at the ORR briefing on Capitol Hill.

SEMA and other Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) member organizations welcomed a federal government final report documenting the significant economic impact of the outdoor recreation economy. The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) found that the outdoor recreation industry contributed $412 billion to the nation’s economy in 2016 (the last available year of data), which represented 2.2% of U.S. Gross Domestic Product. Of note, motorized recreation and motorcycling accounted for more than $20 billion in economic activity.

For SEMA members, the range of products associated with outdoor recreation goes beyond the four-wheel drives, ATVs and UTVs often linked with off-roading. It includes tires, wheels, suspension, tuning and myriad other products for highway vehicles and for towing trailers, boats and other vehicles to their destinations. Given the importance of the off-road market, SEMA joined the ORR, which is comprised of more than 20 industry associations, representing off-roading, camping, fishing, boating, hiking, archery and other sports. The group provides a unified voice for outdoor recreation and is committed to pursuing federal policy reforms for rebuilding the nation’s recreation-related infrastructure and improving visitor experiences on our nation’s public lands.

The BEA report is a milestone for the outdoor recreation industry, which has long called for its sector to be formally included in government economic analysis. To mark the announcement, ORR held a Capitol Hill briefing with key federal officials, including U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross, BEA Director Brian Moyer and U.S. Department of Interior Senior Advisor Rick May.

For more information, contact Eric Snyder at erics@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross (center), U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Director Brian Moyer (left) and U.S. Department of Interior Senior Advisor Rick May presented at the ORR briefing on Capitol Hill.

SEMA and other Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) member organizations welcomed a federal government final report documenting the significant economic impact of the outdoor recreation economy. The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) found that the outdoor recreation industry contributed $412 billion to the nation’s economy in 2016 (the last available year of data), which represented 2.2% of U.S. Gross Domestic Product. Of note, motorized recreation and motorcycling accounted for more than $20 billion in economic activity.

For SEMA members, the range of products associated with outdoor recreation goes beyond the four-wheel drives, ATVs and UTVs often linked with off-roading. It includes tires, wheels, suspension, tuning and myriad other products for highway vehicles and for towing trailers, boats and other vehicles to their destinations. Given the importance of the off-road market, SEMA joined the ORR, which is comprised of more than 20 industry associations, representing off-roading, camping, fishing, boating, hiking, archery and other sports. The group provides a unified voice for outdoor recreation and is committed to pursuing federal policy reforms for rebuilding the nation’s recreation-related infrastructure and improving visitor experiences on our nation’s public lands.

The BEA report is a milestone for the outdoor recreation industry, which has long called for its sector to be formally included in government economic analysis. To mark the announcement, ORR held a Capitol Hill briefing with key federal officials, including U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross, BEA Director Brian Moyer and U.S. Department of Interior Senior Advisor Rick May.

For more information, contact Eric Snyder at erics@sema.org.

By Kristopher Porter

The SEMA Members Lounges offer a place to rest, grab a bite to eat and drink, charge devices, hold private meetings and learn more about member benefits.

Two SEMA Members Lounges offer a place to rest, grab a bite to eat and drink, charge devices, hold private meetings, learn more about member benefits and more. The South Lounge is located in the east end of the Lower South Hall lobby (booth #46000) and the North Lounge is located in room N251. No matter where you are during the Show, a Members Lounge will be close by.

Both Members Lounges will feature the following benefits:

• Private meeting spaces—reserve yours now!
• A place to relax and network with fellow SEMA members.
• Charging stations.
• “Grab N’ Go” food items available for purchase during Show hours.

The North Lounge offers additional perks, including:

• Hot lunches available for purchase Tuesday–Friday, 11:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
• Computer and printer access.
• Member Buyer Rewards (MBR) Lounge.

Questions about the Members Lounge North or South? Contact Katie Carson at 909-978-6693.

By Kristopher Porter

The SEMA Members Lounges offer a place to rest, grab a bite to eat and drink, charge devices, hold private meetings and learn more about member benefits.

Two SEMA Members Lounges offer a place to rest, grab a bite to eat and drink, charge devices, hold private meetings, learn more about member benefits and more. The South Lounge is located in the east end of the Lower South Hall lobby (booth #46000) and the North Lounge is located in room N251. No matter where you are during the Show, a Members Lounge will be close by.

Both Members Lounges will feature the following benefits:

• Private meeting spaces—reserve yours now!
• A place to relax and network with fellow SEMA members.
• Charging stations.
• “Grab N’ Go” food items available for purchase during Show hours.

The North Lounge offers additional perks, including:

• Hot lunches available for purchase Tuesday–Friday, 11:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
• Computer and printer access.
• Member Buyer Rewards (MBR) Lounge.

Questions about the Members Lounge North or South? Contact Katie Carson at 909-978-6693.

By Kristopher Porter

The SEMA Members Lounges offer a place to rest, grab a bite to eat and drink, charge devices, hold private meetings and learn more about member benefits.

Two SEMA Members Lounges offer a place to rest, grab a bite to eat and drink, charge devices, hold private meetings, learn more about member benefits and more. The South Lounge is located in the east end of the Lower South Hall lobby (booth #46000) and the North Lounge is located in room N251. No matter where you are during the Show, a Members Lounge will be close by.

Both Members Lounges will feature the following benefits:

• Private meeting spaces—reserve yours now!
• A place to relax and network with fellow SEMA members.
• Charging stations.
• “Grab N’ Go” food items available for purchase during Show hours.

The North Lounge offers additional perks, including:

• Hot lunches available for purchase Tuesday–Friday, 11:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
• Computer and printer access.
• Member Buyer Rewards (MBR) Lounge.

Questions about the Members Lounge North or South? Contact Katie Carson at 909-978-6693.

By Kristopher Porter

SEMA members attending the 2018 SEMA Show as buyers have access to the Member Buyer Rewards (MBR) program perks. Just by wearing their MBR cards and lanyards during the SEMA Show, they will be recognized as MBR members, giving them access to the following:

• VIP Taxi Line: Enjoy shorter lines available Tuesday–Friday during select hours.
• Members-Only Lounge: Book meeting rooms, charge your devices, network with other SEMA members, purchase food options and more.
• MBR Lounge: Located inside the Members Lounge–North, this lounge offers MBR members exclusive access to a space to relax and enjoy complimentary refreshments during the SEMA Show.

MBR cards will be mailed in late October. Be sure to stop by the MBR lounge early to pick up your gift; they will go fast!

SEMA membership has its rewards. To learn more, contact Katie Carson at 909-978-6693 or katiec@sema.org.