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Online MPMC Media Trade Conference Provides Greater Flexibility

Wed, 11/25/2020 - 17:04

By John Santos

Unlike in previous years, the 2021 MPMC Media Trade Conference will be held entirely online.

Registration for the 2021 MPMC Media Trade Conference is open at www.sema.org/mtc. Taking place entirely online January 26-28, 2021, the annual conference will provide journalists quality meetings and interviews with manufacturers of racing and performance products.

Being held virtually for the first time, it’s easier than ever for media to participate and interview top company executives, technical experts and product specialists online. They may even be able to see the products in detail as manufacturers connect directly from their facilities.

Journalists may choose to participate for one, two or all three days, and have the flexibility to select which manufacturers with whom they most want to meet. Because media participation is free, the MPMC Media Trade Conference is the most efficient, effective and affordable way for journalists to get detailed information specific to their audience’s needs and interests, and gather a year's worth of editorial content.

Media who register and make their meeting requests by December 11, will be able to secure the best possible schedule. Register today.

For more information, visit www.sema.org/mtc or contact pr@sema.org.

Online MPMC Media Trade Conference Provides Greater Flexibility

Wed, 11/25/2020 - 17:04

By John Santos

Unlike in previous years, the 2021 MPMC Media Trade Conference will be held entirely online.

Registration for the 2021 MPMC Media Trade Conference is open at www.sema.org/mtc. Taking place entirely online January 26-28, 2021, the annual conference will provide journalists quality meetings and interviews with manufacturers of racing and performance products.

Being held virtually for the first time, it’s easier than ever for media to participate and interview top company executives, technical experts and product specialists online. They may even be able to see the products in detail as manufacturers connect directly from their facilities.

Journalists may choose to participate for one, two or all three days, and have the flexibility to select which manufacturers with whom they most want to meet. Because media participation is free, the MPMC Media Trade Conference is the most efficient, effective and affordable way for journalists to get detailed information specific to their audience’s needs and interests, and gather a year's worth of editorial content.

Media who register and make their meeting requests by December 11, will be able to secure the best possible schedule. Register today.

For more information, visit www.sema.org/mtc or contact pr@sema.org.

SEMA360 Education Seminars Now Available On-Demand

Wed, 11/25/2020 - 16:31

By Ashley Reyes

Thousands of participants took part in the SEMA360 Education program in early November, where they heard from leading experts, innovators and leaders, and left inspired, motivated and educated on how to work better and smarter on various topics relating to the specialty-equipment industry.

Recordings of some of the top sessions are now available to all industry members on the SEMA360 Education playlist on the SEMA Show YouTube Channel. Viewers will be able to see the actual presentations, including live questions and answers, that took place during the exclusive SEMA360 event. The learning tracks and seminars available are:

Advanced Vehicle Technology

Business Management

Builders

Brew Talks

Trends and Research

Vehicle Accessorization

The Stage – Interviews with Leaders, Legends, and Influencers

SEMA Education programs encompass all of the association’s educational efforts. For the first time, the education seminars took place virtually in absence of the in-person SEMA Show in Las Vegas. With each session designed to help businesses succeed and automotive aftermarket professionals advance their careers, the SEMA360 Education playlist is sure to educate and inspire you—no matter what segment of the industry you are involved in.

SEMA360 Education Seminars Now Available On-Demand

Wed, 11/25/2020 - 16:31

By Ashley Reyes

Thousands of participants took part in the SEMA360 Education program in early November, where they heard from leading experts, innovators and leaders, and left inspired, motivated and educated on how to work better and smarter on various topics relating to the specialty-equipment industry.

Recordings of some of the top sessions are now available to all industry members on the SEMA360 Education playlist on the SEMA Show YouTube Channel. Viewers will be able to see the actual presentations, including live questions and answers, that took place during the exclusive SEMA360 event. The learning tracks and seminars available are:

Advanced Vehicle Technology

Business Management

Builders

Brew Talks

Trends and Research

Vehicle Accessorization

The Stage – Interviews with Leaders, Legends, and Influencers

SEMA Education programs encompass all of the association’s educational efforts. For the first time, the education seminars took place virtually in absence of the in-person SEMA Show in Las Vegas. With each session designed to help businesses succeed and automotive aftermarket professionals advance their careers, the SEMA360 Education playlist is sure to educate and inspire you—no matter what segment of the industry you are involved in.

SEMA360 Education Seminars Now Available On-Demand

Wed, 11/25/2020 - 16:31

By Ashley Reyes

Thousands of participants took part in the SEMA360 Education program in early November, where they heard from leading experts, innovators and leaders, and left inspired, motivated and educated on how to work better and smarter on various topics relating to the specialty-equipment industry.

Recordings of some of the top sessions are now available to all industry members on the SEMA360 Education playlist on the SEMA Show YouTube Channel. Viewers will be able to see the actual presentations, including live questions and answers, that took place during the exclusive SEMA360 event. The learning tracks and seminars available are:

Advanced Vehicle Technology

Business Management

Builders

Brew Talks

Trends and Research

Vehicle Accessorization

The Stage – Interviews with Leaders, Legends, and Influencers

SEMA Education programs encompass all of the association’s educational efforts. For the first time, the education seminars took place virtually in absence of the in-person SEMA Show in Las Vegas. With each session designed to help businesses succeed and automotive aftermarket professionals advance their careers, the SEMA360 Education playlist is sure to educate and inspire you—no matter what segment of the industry you are involved in.

SBN Members Invited to Live Chat with Melanie White Next Week

Wed, 11/25/2020 - 16:27

Join the SEMA Businesswomen’s Network as they host a Facebook Live Chat with Melanie Hellwig White, president of Hellwig Products, on December 2, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. PST.

SBN Members Invited to Live Chat with Melanie White Next Week

Wed, 11/25/2020 - 16:27

Join the SEMA Businesswomen’s Network as they host a Facebook Live Chat with Melanie Hellwig White, president of Hellwig Products, on December 2, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. PST.

SEMA “She Is” Spotlight: How Jennifer Petraitis Finds Opportunity in an Industry That’s Constantly Evolving

Wed, 11/25/2020 - 16:23

By Ashley Reyes

The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) named Jennifer Petraitis as this week’s #SheIsSEMA Spotlight Member. Petraitis works in Wholesale Support at The Retrofit Source LLC—an automotive aftermarket supplier of high-performance lighting upgrades for cars and trucks. The ability to keep learning is what keeps Petraitis in the industry. Find out why in her Q&A with SEMA.

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

Jennifer Petraitis: No matter where you go in this life, you're going to meet people who are going to provide you with the necessary tools for you to succeed in this life. Learn to use those tools when necessary; Nothing worth having comes easy.

SEMA: What keeps you involved in this industry?

JP: The ability to learn. The industry is constantly changing as we evolve. It keeps me on my toes.

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

JP: You can find me running or traveling.

SEMA: How do you prepare for an important meeting?

JP: Early. It’s always good to be early and prepared.

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

JP: Mary Barra.

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

Not an SBN member? Fill out this form to join today.

SEMA “She Is” Spotlight: How Jennifer Petraitis Finds Opportunity in an Industry That’s Constantly Evolving

Wed, 11/25/2020 - 16:23

By Ashley Reyes

The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) named Jennifer Petraitis as this week’s #SheIsSEMA Spotlight Member. Petraitis works in Wholesale Support at The Retrofit Source LLC—an automotive aftermarket supplier of high-performance lighting upgrades for cars and trucks. The ability to keep learning is what keeps Petraitis in the industry. Find out why in her Q&A with SEMA.

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

Jennifer Petraitis: No matter where you go in this life, you're going to meet people who are going to provide you with the necessary tools for you to succeed in this life. Learn to use those tools when necessary; Nothing worth having comes easy.

SEMA: What keeps you involved in this industry?

JP: The ability to learn. The industry is constantly changing as we evolve. It keeps me on my toes.

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

JP: You can find me running or traveling.

SEMA: How do you prepare for an important meeting?

JP: Early. It’s always good to be early and prepared.

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

JP: Mary Barra.

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

Not an SBN member? Fill out this form to join today.

Job-Hunting? Top Automotive Jobs Here

Wed, 11/25/2020 - 16:17

By SEMA Editors

Latest Jobs Added to SEMA Career Center

Are you hunting for a new job? The SEMA Career Center has a comprehensive listing of automotive-related job openings around the country. Here are some of the latest jobs posted to the website.

Business Development Manager
Kelford Cams is hiring a business development manager with extensive experience and a broad network in the performance automotive aftermarket industry. Your primary mission will be to dramatically extend market penetration throughout North America in the domestic automotive segment by supporting existing distributors and developing new distribution relationships. After an extensive training, your role will be to help grow sales from the company’s existing distributor network through training and support and establish new resellers and distributors throughout North America by leveraging your vast network of industry contacts. Candidates must have 7-10 years’ sales and vendor/distributor/dealer management experience in the high-performance automotive aftermarket industry.

Executive Assistant
Coker Tire Company is hiring an executive assistant to the president to ensure smooth functioning of activities and processes in multiple lines of business, both domestically and internationally. The person in this position must be a highly motivated self-starter, multi-tasker, detail-oriented professional, capable of efficiently managing their time, workload and prioritizing tasks in a fast paced/high volume executive office. Full-time availability with flexible hours is required as is absolute confidentiality regarding company, employee-specific and industry information.

Customer Development Manager
American Tire Distributors (ATD) is hiring a customer development manager responsible for new business growth within assigned accounts. This position will work with tools and applications created by ATD’s advanced analytics team. These tools cover a wide range of applications, including analyzing a dealer’s business to determine what products they should stock, recommending prices across thousands of products, identifying which dealers are best positioned to take advantage of promotional offers, generating new customer leads and more. Backed by big data and cutting-edge analytics, the customer development manager will be empowered to take their selling career to the next level at ATD.