Seventeen industry professionals are vying for a position on the 2010–2011 SEMA Board of Directors. The deadline for SEMA members to cast their ballots is June 11, 2010.

Background information and photos for the 17 industry professionals who are vying for a position on the 2010–2012 SEMA Board of Directors are now available online at www.sema.org/bod10/candidates. The SEMA Board of Directors provides strategic direction to the association and plays a critical role in shaping the future of the automotive specialty-equipment industry.

Ballots will be sent to the primary contacts at eligible SEMA-member companies within the corresponding categories during the month of May. SEMA members are encouraged to review the bios posted online and cast their votes before the deadline on June 11, 2010.

“The SEMA Board of Directors plays an important role in shaping the future of the industry,” said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. “The election process is a chance for SEMA members to select who will guide the industry into the future. This is a time for SEMA members to determine what the important issues are moving forward.”

Candidates are as follows:

Manufacturers Category

1. Ron Funfar, Hedman Hedders/Trans-Dapt (incumbent)
2. John Hotchkis, Hotchkis Performance LLC
3. Myles Kovacs, DUB Publishing Inc.
4. BJ Leanse, Big Country Truck Accessories (incumbent)
5. Adrian Murray, Painless Performance
6. Ernie Silvers, Egge Machine Company Inc.
7. Chris Thomson, AIRAID Filter Co. (incumbent)
8. Tim Watts, Superlift Suspension Systems (incumbent)
9. Bob West, Westin Automotive Products Inc.

Manufacturers' Rep Category

1. John Iannotte, N.A. Williams
2. Dave Wrobleski, Jim Wrobleski & Co. Inc. (incumbent)

Distributor/Retailer & Services Category

1. Jim Bingham, Winner's Circle Speed & Custom Inc.
2. Luanne Brown, eTool Developers (incumbent)
3. Bob Moore, Bob Moore & Partners (incumbent)
4. Ed Orzetti, Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. (incumbent)
5. Joseph Risch, Whitney Automotive Group
6. Mark Toebben, Direct Communications Inc.

The newly elected Board members, who will serve on the SEMA Board for two years, will be recognized at the SEMA Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser, Friday, July 23, 2010, at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, California. The event, which is part of SEMA’s Leadership Days program, includes dinner. Outgoing Board members will also be recognized, along with the 2010 SEMA Hall of Fame inductees: Richard “Dick” McMullen, Chuck Schwartz and Van Woodell. All industry professionals may attend the Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser. Tickets and details are available at www.sema.org/gala, or may be obtained from Lisa Moreno at lisam@sema.org, 909/978-6684, ext. 6684.

For more information about the 2010 SEMA Board of Directors election, contact Judi Ritchie at judir@sema.org, 909/978-6617, ext. 6617.

Seventeen industry professionals are vying for a position on the 2010–2011 SEMA Board of Directors. The deadline for SEMA members to cast their ballots is June 11, 2010.

Background information and photos for the 17 industry professionals who are vying for a position on the 2010–2012 SEMA Board of Directors are now available online at www.sema.org/bod10/candidates. The SEMA Board of Directors provides strategic direction to the association and plays a critical role in shaping the future of the automotive specialty-equipment industry.

Ballots will be sent to the primary contacts at eligible SEMA-member companies within the corresponding categories during the month of May. SEMA members are encouraged to review the bios posted online and cast their votes before the deadline on June 11, 2010.

“The SEMA Board of Directors plays an important role in shaping the future of the industry,” said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. “The election process is a chance for SEMA members to select who will guide the industry into the future. This is a time for SEMA members to determine what the important issues are moving forward.”

Candidates are as follows:

Manufacturers Category

1. Ron Funfar, Hedman Hedders/Trans-Dapt (incumbent)
2. John Hotchkis, Hotchkis Performance LLC
3. Myles Kovacs, DUB Publishing Inc.
4. BJ Leanse, Big Country Truck Accessories (incumbent)
5. Adrian Murray, Painless Performance
6. Ernie Silvers, Egge Machine Company Inc.
7. Chris Thomson, AIRAID Filter Co. (incumbent)
8. Tim Watts, Superlift Suspension Systems (incumbent)
9. Bob West, Westin Automotive Products Inc.

Manufacturers' Rep Category

1. John Iannotte, N.A. Williams
2. Dave Wrobleski, Jim Wrobleski & Co. Inc. (incumbent)

Distributor/Retailer & Services Category

1. Jim Bingham, Winner's Circle Speed & Custom Inc.
2. Luanne Brown, eTool Developers (incumbent)
3. Bob Moore, Bob Moore & Partners (incumbent)
4. Ed Orzetti, Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. (incumbent)
5. Joseph Risch, Whitney Automotive Group
6. Mark Toebben, Direct Communications Inc.

The newly elected Board members, who will serve on the SEMA Board for two years, will be recognized at the SEMA Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser, Friday, July 23, 2010, at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, California. The event, which is part of SEMA’s Leadership Days program, includes dinner. Outgoing Board members will also be recognized, along with the 2010 SEMA Hall of Fame inductees: Richard “Dick” McMullen, Chuck Schwartz and Van Woodell. All industry professionals may attend the Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser. Tickets and details are available at www.sema.org/gala, or may be obtained from Lisa Moreno at lisam@sema.org, 909/978-6684, ext. 6684.

For more information about the 2010 SEMA Board of Directors election, contact Judi Ritchie at judir@sema.org, 909/978-6617, ext. 6617.

Seventeen industry professionals are vying for a position on the 2010–2011 SEMA Board of Directors. The deadline for SEMA members to cast their ballots is June 11, 2010.

Background information and photos for the 17 industry professionals who are vying for a position on the 2010–2012 SEMA Board of Directors are now available online at www.sema.org/bod10/candidates. The SEMA Board of Directors provides strategic direction to the association and plays a critical role in shaping the future of the automotive specialty-equipment industry.

Ballots will be sent to the primary contacts at eligible SEMA-member companies within the corresponding categories during the month of May. SEMA members are encouraged to review the bios posted online and cast their votes before the deadline on June 11, 2010.

“The SEMA Board of Directors plays an important role in shaping the future of the industry,” said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. “The election process is a chance for SEMA members to select who will guide the industry into the future. This is a time for SEMA members to determine what the important issues are moving forward.”

Candidates are as follows:

Manufacturers Category

1. Ron Funfar, Hedman Hedders/Trans-Dapt (incumbent)
2. John Hotchkis, Hotchkis Performance LLC
3. Myles Kovacs, DUB Publishing Inc.
4. BJ Leanse, Big Country Truck Accessories (incumbent)
5. Adrian Murray, Painless Performance
6. Ernie Silvers, Egge Machine Company Inc.
7. Chris Thomson, AIRAID Filter Co. (incumbent)
8. Tim Watts, Superlift Suspension Systems (incumbent)
9. Bob West, Westin Automotive Products Inc.

Manufacturers' Rep Category

1. John Iannotte, N.A. Williams
2. Dave Wrobleski, Jim Wrobleski & Co. Inc. (incumbent)

Distributor/Retailer & Services Category

1. Jim Bingham, Winner's Circle Speed & Custom Inc.
2. Luanne Brown, eTool Developers (incumbent)
3. Bob Moore, Bob Moore & Partners (incumbent)
4. Ed Orzetti, Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. (incumbent)
5. Joseph Risch, Whitney Automotive Group
6. Mark Toebben, Direct Communications Inc.

The newly elected Board members, who will serve on the SEMA Board for two years, will be recognized at the SEMA Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser, Friday, July 23, 2010, at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, California. The event, which is part of SEMA’s Leadership Days program, includes dinner. Outgoing Board members will also be recognized, along with the 2010 SEMA Hall of Fame inductees: Richard “Dick” McMullen, Chuck Schwartz and Van Woodell. All industry professionals may attend the Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser. Tickets and details are available at www.sema.org/gala, or may be obtained from Lisa Moreno at lisam@sema.org, 909/978-6684, ext. 6684.

For more information about the 2010 SEMA Board of Directors election, contact Judi Ritchie at judir@sema.org, 909/978-6617, ext. 6617.

Seventeen industry professionals are vying for a position on the 2010–2011 SEMA Board of Directors. The deadline for SEMA members to cast their ballots is June 11, 2010.

Background information and photos for the 17 industry professionals who are vying for a position on the 2010–2012 SEMA Board of Directors are now available online at www.sema.org/bod10/candidates. The SEMA Board of Directors provides strategic direction to the association and plays a critical role in shaping the future of the automotive specialty-equipment industry.

Ballots will be sent to the primary contacts at eligible SEMA-member companies within the corresponding categories during the month of May. SEMA members are encouraged to review the bios posted online and cast their votes before the deadline on June 11, 2010.

“The SEMA Board of Directors plays an important role in shaping the future of the industry,” said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. “The election process is a chance for SEMA members to select who will guide the industry into the future. This is a time for SEMA members to determine what the important issues are moving forward.”

Candidates are as follows:

Manufacturers Category

1. Ron Funfar, Hedman Hedders/Trans-Dapt (incumbent)
2. John Hotchkis, Hotchkis Performance LLC
3. Myles Kovacs, DUB Publishing Inc.
4. BJ Leanse, Big Country Truck Accessories (incumbent)
5. Adrian Murray, Painless Performance
6. Ernie Silvers, Egge Machine Company Inc.
7. Chris Thomson, AIRAID Filter Co. (incumbent)
8. Tim Watts, Superlift Suspension Systems (incumbent)
9. Bob West, Westin Automotive Products Inc.

Manufacturers' Rep Category

1. John Iannotte, N.A. Williams
2. Dave Wrobleski, Jim Wrobleski & Co. Inc. (incumbent)

Distributor/Retailer & Services Category

1. Jim Bingham, Winner's Circle Speed & Custom Inc.
2. Luanne Brown, eTool Developers (incumbent)
3. Bob Moore, Bob Moore & Partners (incumbent)
4. Ed Orzetti, Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. (incumbent)
5. Joseph Risch, Whitney Automotive Group
6. Mark Toebben, Direct Communications Inc.

The newly elected Board members, who will serve on the SEMA Board for two years, will be recognized at the SEMA Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser, Friday, July 23, 2010, at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, California. The event, which is part of SEMA’s Leadership Days program, includes dinner. Outgoing Board members will also be recognized, along with the 2010 SEMA Hall of Fame inductees: Richard “Dick” McMullen, Chuck Schwartz and Van Woodell. All industry professionals may attend the Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser. Tickets and details are available at www.sema.org/gala, or may be obtained from Lisa Moreno at lisam@sema.org, 909/978-6684, ext. 6684.

For more information about the 2010 SEMA Board of Directors election, contact Judi Ritchie at judir@sema.org, 909/978-6617, ext. 6617.

Seventeen industry professionals are vying for a position on the 2010–2011 SEMA Board of Directors. The deadline for SEMA members to cast their ballots is June 11, 2010.

Background information and photos for the 17 industry professionals who are vying for a position on the 2010–2012 SEMA Board of Directors are now available online at www.sema.org/bod10/candidates. The SEMA Board of Directors provides strategic direction to the association and plays a critical role in shaping the future of the automotive specialty-equipment industry.

Ballots will be sent to the primary contacts at eligible SEMA-member companies within the corresponding categories during the month of May. SEMA members are encouraged to review the bios posted online and cast their votes before the deadline on June 11, 2010.

“The SEMA Board of Directors plays an important role in shaping the future of the industry,” said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. “The election process is a chance for SEMA members to select who will guide the industry into the future. This is a time for SEMA members to determine what the important issues are moving forward.”

Candidates are as follows:

Manufacturers Category

1. Ron Funfar, Hedman Hedders/Trans-Dapt (incumbent)
2. John Hotchkis, Hotchkis Performance LLC
3. Myles Kovacs, DUB Publishing Inc.
4. BJ Leanse, Big Country Truck Accessories (incumbent)
5. Adrian Murray, Painless Performance
6. Ernie Silvers, Egge Machine Company Inc.
7. Chris Thomson, AIRAID Filter Co. (incumbent)
8. Tim Watts, Superlift Suspension Systems (incumbent)
9. Bob West, Westin Automotive Products Inc.

Manufacturers' Rep Category

1. John Iannotte, N.A. Williams
2. Dave Wrobleski, Jim Wrobleski & Co. Inc. (incumbent)

Distributor/Retailer & Services Category

1. Jim Bingham, Winner's Circle Speed & Custom Inc.
2. Luanne Brown, eTool Developers (incumbent)
3. Bob Moore, Bob Moore & Partners (incumbent)
4. Ed Orzetti, Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. (incumbent)
5. Joseph Risch, Whitney Automotive Group
6. Mark Toebben, Direct Communications Inc.

The newly elected Board members, who will serve on the SEMA Board for two years, will be recognized at the SEMA Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser, Friday, July 23, 2010, at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, California. The event, which is part of SEMA’s Leadership Days program, includes dinner. Outgoing Board members will also be recognized, along with the 2010 SEMA Hall of Fame inductees: Richard “Dick” McMullen, Chuck Schwartz and Van Woodell. All industry professionals may attend the Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser. Tickets and details are available at www.sema.org/gala, or may be obtained from Lisa Moreno at lisam@sema.org, 909/978-6684, ext. 6684.

For more information about the 2010 SEMA Board of Directors election, contact Judi Ritchie at judir@sema.org, 909/978-6617, ext. 6617.

Seventeen industry professionals are vying for a position on the 2010–2011 SEMA Board of Directors. The deadline for SEMA members to cast their ballots is June 11, 2010.

Background information and photos for the 17 industry professionals who are vying for a position on the 2010–2012 SEMA Board of Directors are now available online at www.sema.org/bod10/candidates. The SEMA Board of Directors provides strategic direction to the association and plays a critical role in shaping the future of the automotive specialty-equipment industry.

Ballots will be sent to the primary contacts at eligible SEMA-member companies within the corresponding categories during the month of May. SEMA members are encouraged to review the bios posted online and cast their votes before the deadline on June 11, 2010.

“The SEMA Board of Directors plays an important role in shaping the future of the industry,” said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. “The election process is a chance for SEMA members to select who will guide the industry into the future. This is a time for SEMA members to determine what the important issues are moving forward.”

Candidates are as follows:

Manufacturers Category

1. Ron Funfar, Hedman Hedders/Trans-Dapt (incumbent)
2. John Hotchkis, Hotchkis Performance LLC
3. Myles Kovacs, DUB Publishing Inc.
4. BJ Leanse, Big Country Truck Accessories (incumbent)
5. Adrian Murray, Painless Performance
6. Ernie Silvers, Egge Machine Company Inc.
7. Chris Thomson, AIRAID Filter Co. (incumbent)
8. Tim Watts, Superlift Suspension Systems (incumbent)
9. Bob West, Westin Automotive Products Inc.

Manufacturers' Rep Category

1. John Iannotte, N.A. Williams
2. Dave Wrobleski, Jim Wrobleski & Co. Inc. (incumbent)

Distributor/Retailer & Services Category

1. Jim Bingham, Winner's Circle Speed & Custom Inc.
2. Luanne Brown, eTool Developers (incumbent)
3. Bob Moore, Bob Moore & Partners (incumbent)
4. Ed Orzetti, Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. (incumbent)
5. Joseph Risch, Whitney Automotive Group
6. Mark Toebben, Direct Communications Inc.

The newly elected Board members, who will serve on the SEMA Board for two years, will be recognized at the SEMA Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser, Friday, July 23, 2010, at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, California. The event, which is part of SEMA’s Leadership Days program, includes dinner. Outgoing Board members will also be recognized, along with the 2010 SEMA Hall of Fame inductees: Richard “Dick” McMullen, Chuck Schwartz and Van Woodell. All industry professionals may attend the Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser. Tickets and details are available at www.sema.org/gala, or may be obtained from Lisa Moreno at lisam@sema.org, 909/978-6684, ext. 6684.

For more information about the 2010 SEMA Board of Directors election, contact Judi Ritchie at judir@sema.org, 909/978-6617, ext. 6617.

Seventeen industry professionals are vying for a position on the 2010–2011 SEMA Board of Directors. The deadline for SEMA members to cast their ballots is June 11, 2010.

Background information and photos for the 17 industry professionals who are vying for a position on the 2010–2012 SEMA Board of Directors are now available online at www.sema.org/bod10/candidates. The SEMA Board of Directors provides strategic direction to the association and plays a critical role in shaping the future of the automotive specialty-equipment industry.

Ballots will be sent to the primary contacts at eligible SEMA-member companies within the corresponding categories during the month of May. SEMA members are encouraged to review the bios posted online and cast their votes before the deadline on June 11, 2010.

“The SEMA Board of Directors plays an important role in shaping the future of the industry,” said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. “The election process is a chance for SEMA members to select who will guide the industry into the future. This is a time for SEMA members to determine what the important issues are moving forward.”

Candidates are as follows:

Manufacturers Category

1. Ron Funfar, Hedman Hedders/Trans-Dapt (incumbent)
2. John Hotchkis, Hotchkis Performance LLC
3. Myles Kovacs, DUB Publishing Inc.
4. BJ Leanse, Big Country Truck Accessories (incumbent)
5. Adrian Murray, Painless Performance
6. Ernie Silvers, Egge Machine Company Inc.
7. Chris Thomson, AIRAID Filter Co. (incumbent)
8. Tim Watts, Superlift Suspension Systems (incumbent)
9. Bob West, Westin Automotive Products Inc.

Manufacturers' Rep Category

1. John Iannotte, N.A. Williams
2. Dave Wrobleski, Jim Wrobleski & Co. Inc. (incumbent)

Distributor/Retailer & Services Category

1. Jim Bingham, Winner's Circle Speed & Custom Inc.
2. Luanne Brown, eTool Developers (incumbent)
3. Bob Moore, Bob Moore & Partners (incumbent)
4. Ed Orzetti, Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. (incumbent)
5. Joseph Risch, Whitney Automotive Group
6. Mark Toebben, Direct Communications Inc.

The newly elected Board members, who will serve on the SEMA Board for two years, will be recognized at the SEMA Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser, Friday, July 23, 2010, at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, California. The event, which is part of SEMA’s Leadership Days program, includes dinner. Outgoing Board members will also be recognized, along with the 2010 SEMA Hall of Fame inductees: Richard “Dick” McMullen, Chuck Schwartz and Van Woodell. All industry professionals may attend the Installation Banquet & Gala Fundraiser. Tickets and details are available at www.sema.org/gala, or may be obtained from Lisa Moreno at lisam@sema.org, 909/978-6684, ext. 6684.

For more information about the 2010 SEMA Board of Directors election, contact Judi Ritchie at judir@sema.org, 909/978-6617, ext. 6617.

SEMA Show manufacturers have until May 7, 2010, to apply for the Priority Booth Space Selection Process.

Manufacturers who have not yet applied to exhibit at the 2010 SEMA Show have until May 7, 2010, to take part in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process. The three-week process allows exhibitors an opportunity to select the actual location of their SEMA Show booth, as well as learn more about ways they can increase exposure and/or save money.

“The space selection process is significant because it’s the first real step leading up to exhibiting at the SEMA Show,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA Vice President of Communications and Events. “More importantly, however, is that it allows us an opportunity to start working with exhibitors to help maximize the return on their investment.”

Since the 2010 SEMA Show Exhibit Space Rental Agreements were made available in March, more than 1,100 companies have committed to exhibiting at the event. Included in this number is more than 100 first-time exhibitors.

“We’re pleased to see so many new exhibitors sign up this early in the process,” said MacGillivray. While the SEMA Show typically includes nearly 500 first-time exhibitors, such companies usually sign up later in the process. “It is important that we work closely with all exhibitors so that they are aware of all the money-saving programs that are available. However, it’s especially critical for those exhibiting for the first time to know about the many ways we can help them be successful.”

In addition to account representatives who work closely with exhibitors throughout the year, SEMA Show organizers are conducting for the first time a SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit. The three-day event scheduled for May 25—27 is a low-cost workshop where exhibitors will meet with and listen to Show staff and experts in Las Vegas. Open to all 2010 SEMA Show exhibitors at absolutely no cost, registration includes hotel accommodations and meals. The first 70 companies to register will receive $250 that can be applied to the cost of their Freeman Show services.

“We’re confident that exhibitors participating in the Exhibitor Summit will discover new ways to save money and better connect with buyers,” said MacGillivray. “We’re looking forward to helping these exhibitors achieve their goals.”

In order to participate in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process, exhibitor applications must be received by May 7, 2010, along with a deposit. Payment plan options are available to assist companies with cash-flow issues.

The SEMA Show takes place Tuesday—Friday, November 2—5, 2010, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The annual trade show consistently attracts more than 100,000 industry professionals and is not open to the general public.

Click here to reserve booth space now for the 2010 SEMA Show. To learn more about the Exhibitor Summit, visit www.SEMAShow.com/summit or call 702/450-7662, ext. 109.

SEMA Show manufacturers have until May 7, 2010, to apply for the Priority Booth Space Selection Process.

Manufacturers who have not yet applied to exhibit at the 2010 SEMA Show have until May 7, 2010, to take part in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process. The three-week process allows exhibitors an opportunity to select the actual location of their SEMA Show booth, as well as learn more about ways they can increase exposure and/or save money.

“The space selection process is significant because it’s the first real step leading up to exhibiting at the SEMA Show,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA Vice President of Communications and Events. “More importantly, however, is that it allows us an opportunity to start working with exhibitors to help maximize the return on their investment.”

Since the 2010 SEMA Show Exhibit Space Rental Agreements were made available in March, more than 1,100 companies have committed to exhibiting at the event. Included in this number is more than 100 first-time exhibitors.

“We’re pleased to see so many new exhibitors sign up this early in the process,” said MacGillivray. While the SEMA Show typically includes nearly 500 first-time exhibitors, such companies usually sign up later in the process. “It is important that we work closely with all exhibitors so that they are aware of all the money-saving programs that are available. However, it’s especially critical for those exhibiting for the first time to know about the many ways we can help them be successful.”

In addition to account representatives who work closely with exhibitors throughout the year, SEMA Show organizers are conducting for the first time a SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit. The three-day event scheduled for May 25—27 is a low-cost workshop where exhibitors will meet with and listen to Show staff and experts in Las Vegas. Open to all 2010 SEMA Show exhibitors at absolutely no cost, registration includes hotel accommodations and meals. The first 70 companies to register will receive $250 that can be applied to the cost of their Freeman Show services.

“We’re confident that exhibitors participating in the Exhibitor Summit will discover new ways to save money and better connect with buyers,” said MacGillivray. “We’re looking forward to helping these exhibitors achieve their goals.”

In order to participate in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process, exhibitor applications must be received by May 7, 2010, along with a deposit. Payment plan options are available to assist companies with cash-flow issues.

The SEMA Show takes place Tuesday—Friday, November 2—5, 2010, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The annual trade show consistently attracts more than 100,000 industry professionals and is not open to the general public.

Click here to reserve booth space now for the 2010 SEMA Show. To learn more about the Exhibitor Summit, visit www.SEMAShow.com/summit or call 702/450-7662, ext. 109.

SEMA Show manufacturers have until May 7, 2010, to apply for the Priority Booth Space Selection Process.

Manufacturers who have not yet applied to exhibit at the 2010 SEMA Show have until May 7, 2010, to take part in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process. The three-week process allows exhibitors an opportunity to select the actual location of their SEMA Show booth, as well as learn more about ways they can increase exposure and/or save money.

“The space selection process is significant because it’s the first real step leading up to exhibiting at the SEMA Show,” said Peter MacGillivray, SEMA Vice President of Communications and Events. “More importantly, however, is that it allows us an opportunity to start working with exhibitors to help maximize the return on their investment.”

Since the 2010 SEMA Show Exhibit Space Rental Agreements were made available in March, more than 1,100 companies have committed to exhibiting at the event. Included in this number is more than 100 first-time exhibitors.

“We’re pleased to see so many new exhibitors sign up this early in the process,” said MacGillivray. While the SEMA Show typically includes nearly 500 first-time exhibitors, such companies usually sign up later in the process. “It is important that we work closely with all exhibitors so that they are aware of all the money-saving programs that are available. However, it’s especially critical for those exhibiting for the first time to know about the many ways we can help them be successful.”

In addition to account representatives who work closely with exhibitors throughout the year, SEMA Show organizers are conducting for the first time a SEMA Show Exhibitor Summit. The three-day event scheduled for May 25—27 is a low-cost workshop where exhibitors will meet with and listen to Show staff and experts in Las Vegas. Open to all 2010 SEMA Show exhibitors at absolutely no cost, registration includes hotel accommodations and meals. The first 70 companies to register will receive $250 that can be applied to the cost of their Freeman Show services.

“We’re confident that exhibitors participating in the Exhibitor Summit will discover new ways to save money and better connect with buyers,” said MacGillivray. “We’re looking forward to helping these exhibitors achieve their goals.”

In order to participate in the Priority Booth Space Selection Process, exhibitor applications must be received by May 7, 2010, along with a deposit. Payment plan options are available to assist companies with cash-flow issues.

The SEMA Show takes place Tuesday—Friday, November 2—5, 2010, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The annual trade show consistently attracts more than 100,000 industry professionals and is not open to the general public.

Click here to reserve booth space now for the 2010 SEMA Show. To learn more about the Exhibitor Summit, visit www.SEMAShow.com/summit or call 702/450-7662, ext. 109.