SEMA and the MRC invite you and a guest to witness the induction of its newest member into the MRC Hall of Fame and the presentation of the prestigious STAR Award.
MRC will host he annual General Membership Meeting and Awards Ceremony at the Las Vegas Hilton Hotel, Pavilion 11, on Sunday, November 1, 4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. The special guest speaker is Bryan Shirley, president and CEO of MANA.
Hurry! Seating is limited. Please take a moment and contact Staci Bostock at 909/396-0289 ext. 104, or via e-mail: stacib@sema.org by Monday, October 26.
Click on the logo to visit ARMO's website.
Valuable Seminar Available Online
If you missed the ARMO-sponsored seminar, "10 Things You Can Do to Your Website Today to Improve Your Results Tomorrow,” at the Hot Rod & Restoration Trade Show, you can view the presentation online.
Sponsorship Opportunities
The largest gathering of ARMO-member companies happens each year during the SEMA Show. This year, the ARMO Reception is Tuesday, November 3, from 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m., at the Las Vegas Hilton, Ballroom C. Sponsorship opportunities include prominent logo placement, premium seating, and complimentary drink tickets. They range in price from $500 to $5,000. Check out the form for additional details.
ARMO Industry Awards Reception5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 3, during SEMA Show week at the Las Vegas Hilton in Las Vegas.
ARMO Open Council Meeting
7:15 a.m.–9:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 4, during SEMA Show week at the Las Vegas Hilton in Las Vegas.
ARMO Roundtable
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., Thursday, November 5, during SEMA Show week at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas.
Column in SEMA Member News
Read ARMO's column featured in the September/October issue of SEMA Member News.
For more information about ARMO, contact Jan Desma.
Click on the logo to visit HRIA's website.
HRIA Industry Awards Reception
5:15 p.m.–8:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 4, during SEMA Show week at the Las Vegas Hilton in Las Vegas.
HRIA Closed Select Committee Meeting
7:30 a.m.–9:00 a.m., Thursday, November 5, during SEMA Show week at the Las Vegas Hilton in Las Vegas.
HRIA Column in SEMA Member News
Read HRIA's column featured in the September/October issue of SEMA Member News.
For more information about HRIA, contact Jan Desma.
TORA is seeking nominations for Retailer of the Year Award and the TORA Hall of Fame Award. Nomination forms and award criteria are available at www.sema.org/TORA. Both awards are presented at the annual TORA Industry Awards Reception, Wednesday, November 4, from 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. in the Renaissance Hotel, Ballroom 2.
New Location for TORA Industry Reception
TORA Column in SEMA Member News
Click on the logo to visit MPMC's website.
MPMC Hosts Motorsports Marketing Seminar at SEMA Show
- Bill Holland - Holland Communications
- Karl Fredrickson - Speedway Illustrated
- Morgan Lucas - Lucas Oil and Top Fuel Driver
- Brian Wolfe - Motorsports Director Ford Motor Company
- Steve Wolcott - ProMedia/NMRA
The seminar (Monday, November 2) is set for 11:00 a.m.–noon, in the North Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, meeting rooms 262–264.
MPMC Column in SEMA Member News
Read MPMC's column featured in the September/October issue of SEMA Member News.
For information about MPMC, contact Jim Skelly.
Click on the logo to visit PRO's website.
Inaugural PRO Reception at 2009 SEMA Show
PRO
invites all industry professionals to attend its first Novemberfest
reception to meet and network with OEM restylers, manufacturers,
industry media and others on Tuesday, November 3, 5:30 p.m.—7:30 p.m.,
in the Las Vegas Hilton Ballroom D.
“This is the first-ever PRO
reception in Las Vegas and we’re determined to set the bar high and
host an event our members and other industry guests will find
beneficial,” said PRO Council Chairman Karl Stearns. “The restyling
industry is strong right now and there are many exciting opportunities,
so we encourage everyone to make plans to attend Novemberfest.”
Attendees
need not be members of PRO or SEMA to be a part of this inaugural
event, but SEMA representatives will be present for those interested in
joining onsite. SEMA membership offers benefits such as additional
networking events, education regarding new resources, sales ideas and
techniques, and valuable industry insight.
PRO will host an open
bar and hors d’oeuvres thanks to donations from event sponsors
Advantage Truck Accessories, Insignia Group, Restyler’s Choice,
Katzkin, ICI and Classic Design Concepts. All attendees will receive
commemorative t-shirts from Eagle Enterprises.
The council
will also honor leading restyling companies and individuals at
Novemberfest, including winners of the following awards: PRO Restyler
of the Year sponsored by Insignia Group, PRO Manufacturer of the Year
sponsored by Grote Lighting, the Jim Borre Lifetime Achievement Award
and the Nat Danas Person of the Year Award sponsored by Truck and Auto
Customizing magazine.
Also of interest to companies in the
restyling industry is the PRO Open Meeting on Thursday, November 5,
2009, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. in the Las Vegas Convention Center
meeting room N219. The Professional Restylers Organization is dedicated
to addressing the challenges facing the restyling segment of the
automotive aftermarket and to developing effective strategies for
dealing with industry-specific issues.
PRO Seeks Award Nominations
PRO will close nominations for the following awards on October 7:
- Restyler of the Year, sponsored by Insignia Group
- Manufacturer of the Year, sponsored by Grote Lighting
- Nat Danas Person of the Year, sponsored by Truck and Auto Customizing Magazine
- Jim Borre Lifetime Achievement Award
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to nominate a deserving individual for one of these prestigious awards. Deadline is Monday, September 28.
Jim Borre Award Sponsorship still available
Interested in getting your company name in front of the largest gathering of Restyling representatives at the Show? How about sponsoring the PRO Jim Borre Lifetime Achievement Award? For details contact Jim Skelly at SEMA, 909/396-0289 ext 103 or at jimsk@sema.org.
PRO Industry Reception
PRO General Membership Meeting
PRO Column in SEMA Member News
Click on the logo to visit SBN's website.
SBN Closed Select Committee Meeting
5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m., Monday, November 2, during SEMA Show week at the Las Vegas Hilton in Las Vegas.
SEMA Networking Breakfast—Powered by SBN
7:30 a.m.–9:00 a.m., Thursday, November 5, during SEMA Show week at the Las Vegas Hilton in Las Vegas.
Discover the SEMA Mentoring Program—Powered by the SBN
“I’ll get by with a little help from my friends…” - Joe Cocker
Everyone needs help or expert advice from time to time, and SEMA’s Mentoring Program is an excellent resource to get answers to all your questions. Whether you need to know more about SEMA, market information for a start-up company or advice on how to approach your boss about a new position, the SEMA Mentoring Program can help.
“Ask A Mentor” is perfect for one-time questions. You can expect multiple SEMA mentors to provide online guidance and answers to your industry-related questions.
Short-term Assistance/Guidance is for help with a specific project or task. A SEMA council/committee mentor with the expertise you seek will be paired up with you to provide guidance with your project.
Long-term Relationship is helpful for developing your professional career. In this program segment you will be paired with a SEMA council/committee mentor who will provide guidance and assistance for ongoing career development or a long-term project.
So whether you just need an answer to a question or you want to cultivate a mentoring friendship, the SEMA Mentoring Program—Powered by the SBN is available to help. After all, we can all use a little help from our friends.
Visit the SEMA Mentoring Program now.
SBN Column in SEMA Member News
Read SBN's column featured in the September/October issue of SEMA Member News.
For information about SBN, contact Jan Desma.
Click on the logo to visit SPC's website.
Street Performance Council Activities at the 2009 SEMA Show
SPC Reception: Like to get some exposure for your company in front of the street performance industries’ top companies and also have a good time? Become a sponsor of the SPC Reception during the 2009 SEMA Show. The reception, which features a relaxed lounge atmosphere, is scheduled for Wednesday, November 4, 5–7 p.m., at the Las Vegas Hilton. Download a copy of the sponsorship form.
Sponsorship agreements must be received by Friday, October 2, 2009. If you have any questions, contact Jason Tolleson at 909/396-0289, ext. 168.
SPC Column in SEMA Member News
Read SPC's column featured in the September/October issue of SEMA Member News.
For information about SPC, contact Jason Tolleson.
Click on the logo to visit WTC's website.
WTC Collects Award Nominations, and Announces Sponsorship Opportunities
WTC is asking for nominations for their Person of the Year and Lifetime Achievement Awards. Nomination forms and award criteria are available here www.sema.org/wtc.
Both awards are presented at the annual WTC Industry Awards Reception, held on Wednesday November 4 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm in the Renaissance Hotel Copa room. Interested in getting your company name in front of the largest gathering of Wheel and Tire industry representatives at the Show? WTC Industry Reception sponsorship packages range from $250 to $1,000.
Deliverables and details are available on the sponsorship form, available on the WTC website here, or by contacting the SEMA / WTC liaison Jim Skelly at 909/396-0289 ext. 103 or at jimsk@sema.org.
New Location for WTC Reception
WTC has moved its reception at the 2009 SEMA Show to the Renaissance Hotel, near the South Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Previous WTC receptions have been held in the Las Vegas Hilton, adjacent to the North Hall, and because the council exhibits in the South Hall, this has typically meant a long trek for attendees. Entrance to the Renaissance Hotel is directly adjacent to the South Hall entrance.
The reception is set for Wednesday, November 4, 5:30 p.m.—7:30 p.m. Council representatives are planning updated activities to go along with the new venue.
WTC Open Meeting
WTC Column in SEMA Member News
Read WTC's column featured in the September/October issue of SEMA Member News.
For information about WTC, contact Jim Skelly.
Click on the logo to visit YEN's website.
YEN Party Goes Pool Side—Annual Reception Moves to the Renaissance Hotel
YEN will make a splash with their annual reception at the SEMA Show. To be held at the Renaissance Hotel Pool on Tuesday, November 3 from 5:00 -7:30 p.m., the event will provide a fun, relaxing atmosphere to network with others within the industry.
“The YEN Reception has become a must-attend event at the SEMA Show,” said YEN Chairman Gregory Parker. “As with all YEN events, the reception will provide a great opportunity for members to network and establish valuable industry contacts. We invite all current YEN members, as well as anyone interested in learning more or support YEN to attend.”
In addition, recipients of the 2009 Young Executive of the Year and Vanguard Awards will be announced at the reception.
The YEN Young Executive of the Year Award is presented to an individual who has had a positive impact on the industry. The recipient of the award must be a member of YEN and have demonstrated exceptional service, integrity, professional growth and business ethics throughout the last 12 months. The YEN Vanguard Award is presented to an individual, business, organization or sanctioning body that has influenced the professional growth, and/or cultivation of talent for young executives through its actions, mentoring, visions and/or contributions for the past, present and future.
Congratulations to Gregory Parker and Lee McGuire!
Gregory Parker of Martin & Company Advertising was elected YEN Chairman. Parker has served on the YEN Select Committee since 2005 and has been chairman of the SEMA Silent Auction Task Force. Lee McGuire of Skyjacker has been elected to serve as Chair-elect of the Committee. She will serve in a two-year term as Chair-elect until assuming the Chairman role in 2011.
YEN Long-Range Planning Meeting
3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m., Sunday, November 1, during SEMA Show week at the Las Vegas Hilton in Las Vegas.
YEN Reception
5:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 3, during SEMA Show week at the Las Vegas Hilton in Las Vegas.
Join YEN
Did you know that the SEMA Young Executives Network has more than 500 members networking in the industry and is the largest SEMA committee? If you are employed by a SEMA-member company and are under the age of 39, then you can join the SEMA Young Executives Network for FREE. If you are interested in becoming part of the team, please visit our website at www.sema.org/yen.
YEN Member of the Month Spotlight
Did you know that YEN has a Member of the Month Spotlight on the SEMA website and that anyone can be nominated? To view previous selections or to make a nomination, visit www.sema.org/yen.
YEN Column in SEMA Member News
Read YEN's column featured in the September/October issue of SEMA Member News.
For information about YEN, contact Jason Tolleson.