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ARMO at the SEMA Show

The Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) is set to host engaging events throughout the week of the SEMA Show, October 30–November 2, in Las Vegas. ARMO serves the automotive restoration aftermarket industry through programs and resources to advance the industry and improve how member companies operate daily. There will be plenty of opportunities for ARMO members to connect and for those looking to become members of the council to engage with council leadership and learn more about the organization.

Spotlight on HRIA’s Feature Vehicle Program

The Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) Feature Vehicle Program is designed to bring attention to and highlight the works of builders in the hot-rod industry. Each year, 10 builders are selected to have their one-of-a-kind projects featured at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Three vehicles are displayed in the shared ARMO/HRIA booth located in Hot Rod Alley within Central Hall, and six are displayed at the banquet hall where the well-attended HRIA reception is held. One final vehicle is stationed in an alternate position that also gets plenty of foot traffic.

ARMO Hot Products Showcase at Carlisle

The Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) is once again hosting the Hot Products Showcase, taking place April 19–21 at the Spring Carlisle Collector Car Swap Meet, Corral & Auction in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. This event is an opportunity for ARMO members to display one or more products at one of the largest gatherings of automotive restoration enthusiasts in the world.

SEMA Garage Makes Room for Diesel Emissions Testing

The SEMA Garage underwent a renovation that has expanded the one-of-a-kind space. The expansion allows for additional square footage to service more SEMA-member companies at any given time. But perhaps, most importantly, the renovation has made room for an improved emissions lab, which now tests for particulate matter. SEMA Garage Compliance Center Manager Peter Treydte discussed the benefits of the expansion.

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A wide variety of businesses attend the SEMA Show each year, but the companies in the buyer category—identified with a red badge—enjoy a few special benefits. “Buyers” are companies that fall into the retailer and distributor segment of the industry. Non-SEMA-member buyers are encouraged to sign up for a SEMA membership at the Show so that they can not only receive perks at that event but also receive year-round member benefits.

Does Your Insurance Agent Understand Your Business?

SEMA has partnered with the Specialty Equipment Insurance Alliance (SEIA) by Alliant Insurance Services for more than 25 years to provide exclusive savings to association members. SEIA specializes in protecting businesses within the automotive aftermarket, and because of that, its representatives understand the needs of automotive specialty-equipment companies and offer solutions to protect almost every aspect of their businesses.

SEMA Launch Pad: Voting Season

YEN LogoThe SEMA Launch Pad Business Competition Powered by the Young Executives Network (YEN) has entered its fourth year. The competition is designed to give the people behind a new product or company in its early stages the tools and connections to take it to the next level. New this year, SEMA decided to open the competition to nonmembers in hopes of reaching young entrepreneurs to show them the resources SEMA provides and the benefits of membership.

The Power of “No”: Finding a Balance

SBN LogoOne of the biggest challenges facing career professionals these days is finding balance in our excessively fast-paced world. We try to maximize each minute of every day, downing energy drinks to try to squeak out an extra hour wherever we can. We run ourselves too hard, stretching our time too thin. Stress always seems to be one of those “handle it tomorrow” problems. Many people in high-powered careers love the high energy of a fast-paced lifestyle.

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