Strengthen Your Company Through Community
No matter what niche you're in—rods, restoration, racing, restyling, trucks or wheels and tires—there’s a SEMA council or professional network that's right for your company. SEMA councils and networks offer members a variety of market-specific programs and activities designed to provide educational and networking opportunities while promoting their particular industry segment.
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ARMO Award Winners to Be announced at Annual Industry Reception
The Automotive Restoration Marketing Organization (ARMO) will award one outstanding company and restoration professional at the annual industry reception taking place at the 2016 SEMA Show. Be sure to attend the event to honor the award winners and network with fellow ARMO members.
The reception is taking place Tuesday, November 1, from 5:15 p.m.–7:30 p.m., at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino conference rooms 7–14.
Meet the 2016 Award Nominees—who will win?
ARMO Business of the Year
- Hagerty Insurance Company
- Auto Custom Carpets Inc.
ARMO Person of the Year
- Dave Mihalko Sr., Restoration Specialties
- Dave Roberts, Right Stuff
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ETTN Introduces Two Inaugural Awards at the SEMA Show
The Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN) will present two new awards, entitled “ETTN Genius Award” and “ETTN Techie Award” at the annual networking event at the 2016 SEMA Show.
The event is set to take place Wednesday, November 2, in SEMA Central, located in the Grand Lobby, from 4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. Automotive aftermarket engineering professionals will gather for food and beverages while connecting with industry friends.
Register for the ETTN networking event and honor the 2016 ETTN award winners.
ETTN Genius Award
The ETTN Genius Award is given to honor and recognize those outstanding individuals whose creative genius innovation has made significant contributions toward advancing technology that positively impacts the growth and progress of the automotive industry.
This year’s nominees are:
- Jack Chisenhall, Vintage Air
- Mark Heffington, Hypertech
- Greg Higgs, Fab Fours
ETTN Techie Award
The ETTN Techie Award recognizes individuals for their engineering achievements of a product, process or component that demonstrate innovative and original engineering development, and/or advances state-of-the-art technology as it pertains to the automotive industry or product sector.
This year’s nominees are:
- Aaron Aldrich, Any Level Lift
- Doug Flynn, Holley Performance Products
- Robert Vogt, Voyomotive
For questions regarding this event or the awards, contact SEMA Director of Networks Bryan Harrison at bryanh@sema.org or 909-978-6691.
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HRIA Awards—Attend Reception to Honor Winners
The Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) is hosting its annual Industry Awards Reception at the 2016 SEMA Show. Two awards will be handed out to deserving hot-rod companies and professionals who have made a significant impact on the industry within the past year. Be sure to attend the reception to honor these industry leaders.
The event will take place Wednesday, November 2, from 5:15 p.m.–8:30 p.m., at the Westgate Hotel Paradise Events Center. Register today!
Meet the 2016 HRIA Awards nominees—who will win?
HRIA Business of the Year
- Dakota Digital
- Baer Performance Brakes
- Roadster Shop
- Bowler Performance
- Billet Specialties
HRIA Industry Recognition Award
- Brian Downard, Lokar Performance Products
- Phil and Jeremy Gerber, Roadster Shop
- Mike and Jim Ring, Ringbrothers
- Glen Grozich, Billet Specialties
- Jim Currie, Currie Enterprises
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TORA Annual Awards Ceremony to take place at 2016 SEMA Show
The Truck and Off-Road Alliance (TORA) will recognize industry leaders at their industry reception taking place at the 2016 SEMA Show. Attend the networking event of the year for the light-truck industry and help honor the award winners.
The event is set to take place Wednesday, November 2, from 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m., in the Westgate Hotel Conference, Rooms 7–14. Register today!
Meet the 2016 Award nominees—who will win?
TORA Retailer of the Year
- LGE CTS4 Wheel Parts
- Terry's Toppers
- 4 Wheel Performance
TORA Ron Webster Award
- Mark Turner, DaystarAaron Aldrich, Any Level Lift
- Jerry Zaiden, Camburg Engineering
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PRO to Honor Restylers at Industry Reception
The Professional Restylers Organization (PRO) recognizes leading businesses and individuals at their annual industry awards reception taking place at the 2016 SEMA Show. The evening serves as the premier networking event for the restyling industry. Attendees will enjoy food and drinks while honoring industry leaders.
The event is set to take place Tuesday, November 1, from 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m., at the Westgate Hotel Pool Deck. Register today!
Meet the 2016 Awards nominees—who will win?
PRO Manufacturer of the Year
Eagle Enterprises Inc.
Webasto Product North America
PRO Restyler of the Year
Mike Gherardi/Craig Marsh, Auto Image
Craig Phinney, National Auto Spa
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SBN to Celebrate the Accomplishments of Women at the SEMA Show
Each year, the SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) recognizes leading women in the industry with their annual awards ceremony. The ceremony will take place during the “Gear Up Girl” event, Monday, October 31, from 3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. SBN members are encouraged to come out to connect with female students and honor industry leaders.
Meet the 2016 SBN nominees—who will win?
SBN Woman of the Year
- Susan Carpenter, JR Products
- Jessi Combs, Precious Metal
- Theresa Contreras, LGE CTS/The Real Deal/AXC
- Kelli Galagher, Dee Zee Mfg.
- Melanie White, Hellwig Products
Athena Champion
- Amanda Holbert, Elegant Iron
- MagnaFlow Exhaust
- Karen Salvaggio, Factory Five Racing/Thunder Valley Racing
- Barry Horlick, Voxx Wheels
- Terrence Scheckter, TSW Alloy Wheels
YEN to Recognize Young Professionals at Industry Reception
The Young Executives Network’s (YEN) annual industry reception during the 2016 SEMA Show serves as the prime networking event for young professionals and recognizes their accomplishments. Come out to enjoy food, beverages, making connections and honoring industry leaders.
The event is set to take place Tuesday, November 1, from 5:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m., at the Westgate Paradise Events Center. Register today!
Meet the 2016 YEN Awards nominees:
YEN Vanguard Award
- Chris Douglas, COMP Performance Group
- Wade Kawasaki, Coker Group
Young Executive of the Year
- Matt Reasoner, Bedrug Inc.
- Melanie White, Hellwig Products