By SEMA Editors

Speakers with experience in marketing and sales, customer service, business management, automotive trends, social media and vehicle customization are encouraged to submit an application to host a seminar during the 2018 SEMA Show.

SEMA Show Education is now accepting applications for industry professionals interested in hosting a seminar during the 2018 SEMA Show. Of particular interest to the industry are speakers with experience in marketing and sales, customer service, business management, automotive trends, social media, and vehicle customization.

To learn more, access the application and read the criteria.

The educational seminars make up an essential component of the SEMA Show. In addition to connecting automotive manufacturers with professional buyers from all over the world, the four-day SEMA Show is the leading venue for industry experts to network in person and learn new business strategies.

The 2017 SEMA Show education program featured more than 60 sessions. While topics address basic business practices, such as customer service, marketing and social media, the 2018 program will emphasize issues that are of greatest concern to businesses in the automotive aftermarket.

All speakers should be able to focus on industry issues and not a specific company position or agenda.

Applications for speaker submissions are available until Monday, February 12, 2018. Speaker entries will be answered no later than April 20, 2018. For more details, contact Zane Clark at zanec@sema.org, 909-978-6743.

In partnership with KIA, the SEMA Garage has announced it will host the ’18 KIA Stinger measuring session. Ushering in a new dynamic era for KIA Motors, the all-new ’18 Stinger is a five-passenger sportback poised to redefine a segment currently populated by European automakers. The Stinger promises to be the highest-performance production vehicle in the company’s history, and is backed by KIA’s industry-leading warranty. The Stinger is offered in five trim levels (Stinger, Premium, GT, GT1, GT2) and luxurious accommodations.

In partnership with KIA, the SEMA Garage has announced it will host the ’18 KIA Stinger measuring session. Ushering in a new dynamic era for KIA Motors, the all-new ’18 Stinger is a five-passenger sportback poised to redefine a segment currently populated by European automakers. The Stinger promises to be the highest-performance production vehicle in the company’s history, and is backed by KIA’s industry-leading warranty. The Stinger is offered in five trim levels (Stinger, Premium, GT, GT1, GT2) and luxurious accommodations.

In partnership with KIA, the SEMA Garage has announced it will host the ’18 KIA Stinger measuring session. Ushering in a new dynamic era for KIA Motors, the all-new ’18 Stinger is a five-passenger sportback poised to redefine a segment currently populated by European automakers. The Stinger promises to be the highest-performance production vehicle in the company’s history, and is backed by KIA’s industry-leading warranty. The Stinger is offered in five trim levels (Stinger, Premium, GT, GT1, GT2) and luxurious accommodations.

By Jenny Galvan

Join MPMC at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North one day before the Media Trade Conference begins, as select committee members discuss council initiatives.

The Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC) is hosting a general membership meeting one day before the Media Trade Conference begins. Join MPMC at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North, Monday, January 22, at 3:00 p.m., as select committee members discuss council initiatives. Get an update on what the council is working on, and more importantly, join a discussion with fellow manufacturers about challenges and opportunities affecting your business.

You are not required to be a Media Trade Conference attendee to go to this open meeting. Stop by if you are a local or if you will be in the area.

For more information, contact SEMA Council Director Jim Skelly at 909-978-6690, or via email at jimsk@sema.org.

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By Jenny Galvan

Join MPMC at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North one day before the Media Trade Conference begins, as select committee members discuss council initiatives.

The Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC) is hosting a general membership meeting one day before the Media Trade Conference begins. Join MPMC at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North, Monday, January 22, at 3:00 p.m., as select committee members discuss council initiatives. Get an update on what the council is working on, and more importantly, join a discussion with fellow manufacturers about challenges and opportunities affecting your business.

You are not required to be a Media Trade Conference attendee to go to this open meeting. Stop by if you are a local or if you will be in the area.

For more information, contact SEMA Council Director Jim Skelly at 909-978-6690, or via email at jimsk@sema.org.

Register now!

By Jenny Galvan

Join MPMC at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North one day before the Media Trade Conference begins, as select committee members discuss council initiatives.

The Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC) is hosting a general membership meeting one day before the Media Trade Conference begins. Join MPMC at the Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North, Monday, January 22, at 3:00 p.m., as select committee members discuss council initiatives. Get an update on what the council is working on, and more importantly, join a discussion with fellow manufacturers about challenges and opportunities affecting your business.

You are not required to be a Media Trade Conference attendee to go to this open meeting. Stop by if you are a local or if you will be in the area.

For more information, contact SEMA Council Director Jim Skelly at 909-978-6690, or via email at jimsk@sema.org.

Register now!

By SEMA Editors

Following are dates and locations for several upcoming SEMA-sponsored shows, measuring sessions and activities.

• Webinar: “Understanding the New Tax Bill—How Will it Impact Small Business?” January 9, 2018

• SEMA Measuring Session: ’18 KIA Stinger, January 11, 2018, SEMA Garage, Diamond Bar, California

• MPMC General Membership Meeting, January 22, 2018, Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North, Santa Ana, California

• MPMC Media Trade Conference, January 23–25, 2018, Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North, Santa Ana, California

• YEN/SBN Meet-up, January 25, 2018, Embassy Suites Orange County Airport North, Santa Ana, California

• HRIA General Membership Meeting, January 26, 2018, Sheraton Fairplex Hotel & Conference Center, Pomona, California

• SEMA Middle East Business Development Program, April 3–8, 2018, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

• SEMA Australia Business Development Program, May 24–28, 2018, Melbourne, Australia

• Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD), July 13, 2018

• SEMA Show, October 30–November 2, 2018, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas

• PRI Trade Show, December 6–8, 2018, Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis

For association-related travel, contact Manya Petropaki (manya.p@travelstore.com) at Travel Store USA, 949-930-9268.

SEMA-member companies have posted several new listings for job opportunities (view all here) in the Classifieds page of SEMA.org. Working for a SEMA-member company has many advantages. In addition to working for a company that supports and contributes to the success of the overall industry, being employed by a SEMA-member company enables employees to participate in webinars, access free market research, join SEMA committees and more.

By Jenny Galvan

The SBN and YEN select committees, along with SEMA staff, will discuss volunteer opportunities and ways to get more involved in the networks.

The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) and Young Executives Network (YEN) are hosting a meet-up at the Media Trade Conference, to be held at the Embassy Suites Santa Ana-Orange County Airport North, Thursday, January 25, from 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. All SBN and YEN members and prospective members are encouraged to attend. The SBN and YEN select committees, along with SEMA staff, will be present to discuss volunteer opportunities and ways to get more involved in the networks.

You are not required to be an attendee or exhibitor at the Media Trade Conference to attend the mixer. For those who live in the area or who will be in town for the conference, stop by and enjoy an evening with fellow YEN- and SBN-member colleagues. Appetizers and drinks will be served.

For more information, contact SEMA Director of Networks Bryan Harrison at bryanh@sema.org or 909-978-6691.

Register now!