By Beth Brennan, Kahn Media
The automotive aftermarket industry presents unique challenges for women, often requiring them to navigate leadership roles in a predominantly male-dominated space. To address these challenges, the SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) is hosting the Women’s Leadership Forum from March 11–13, 2025, at the beautiful Hotel Landy in Orlando, Florida. This three-day event is designed to empower women through a blend of education, inspiration, and connection, helping them thrive in their careers while building meaningful professional relationships.
The forum offers a career-transforming experience, combining expert-led keynote sessions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities. Attendees will explore a range of topics, including Emotional Intelligence, High-Performance Leadership, and Goal Setting. With sessions tailored to both personal development and leadership growth, participants will leave equipped with actionable skills and fresh insights to advance their careers.
The Women’s Leadership Forum is specifically designed to tackle the hurdles women often face in the workplace, from advocating for their ideas to establishing their presence in leadership roles. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, the event creates opportunities for women to share their stories, celebrate their successes, and connect with others who share similar experiences.
Past participants have praised the event for its intimate conversations and collaborative atmosphere, which encouraged both personal and professional growth. "The Women's Leadership Forum impacted me both personally or professionally in so many ways. I left feeling empowered and inspired. I cried during Erin King's discussion. All of the speakers really resonated with me personally and professionally. Not only am I a leader in my organization, but I also lead a family and a friend group. The discussions that I attended were applicable to many aspects of my life." said Aliceje Keyburn of Yamaha Motor Corp, who has attended the event for several years.
Beyond the educational sessions, the forum emphasizes the importance of building a community. Networking games, group discussions, and one-on-one conversations make it easy for attendees to forge lasting relationships. These connections often evolve into valuable alliances that provide support, advice, and opportunities long after the event concludes.
This year’s forum also offers exclusive benefits for SBN members, who can attend at a discounted rate of $599, compared to the non-member rate of $799. With limited spots available, the event is a unique opportunity to invest in your future, grow your skills, and enhance your professional presence.
The Women’s Leadership Forum is more than an event—it’s a chance to gain confidence, build a network of allies, and develop the tools needed to succeed in a competitive industry. Don’t miss this transformative experience. Visit sema.org/sbn-wlf to learn more and secure your spot today.