By Ashley Reyes
The SEMA Truck & Off-Road Alliance (TORA) named BedWood & Parts as the council’s latest member spotlight company. In this week’s feature, company founder and CEO Jeffrey Major shares what inspired him to launch his company—a manufacturer of custom-fit and restoration wood kits for truck beds—and his breakthrough moment.
SEMA: Tell us the story of your shop. How did you start?
Jeffrey Major: BedWood & Parts LLC was founded in 2006 out of my desire to create choices, unique as the truck owners themselves, that would meet the personal needs of their build.
SEMA: What was your breakthrough moment?
JM: When I realized the business potential of a quality product and exceptional customer service in the automotive aftermarket.
SEMA: Tell us about your business now in 2022 and what projects you are working on.
JM: Our business is strong in 2022. You can check www.bedwood.com for our latest products. They are only getting better.
SEMA: Tell us about a build you are proud of.
JM: We’re proud to support all of our customers’ builds.
SEMA: What advice do you have for young professionals contemplating a career in the automotive aftermarket?
JM: Buy the ticket; take the ride!
Fill out a TORA-member spotlight form to highlight how your company is contributing to the truck and off-road specialty-equipment industry. Selected candidates are eligible to be featured on TORA’s social media, SEMA News, and future TORA member updates.