By Ashley Reyes
SEMA is accepting nominations for its 2024 Council and Network awards that honor outstanding members who have made significant contributions to their respective industry segments over the past year. Nominations are due by Monday, August 12 at sema.org/cn-awards.
Unlike the SEMA Industry Awards that honor individuals and businesses who have made significant contributions to the specialty-equipment industry at-large, council and network awards recognize members of SEMA's nine specialized market communities. Winners represent outstanding council and network members who enhanced the stature of their market segment through their contributions, outstanding business practices and positive influence on others.
"Within the nine communities in the SEMA council and network program are members who volunteer their time and expertise to protect, promote and advance the automotive aftermarket," said Zane Clark, SEMA vice president of membership, education, research and councils. "Engaging in the nomination process is crucial as it provides an entryway for members to be honored and celebrated."
Nomination categories include:
- Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO): Business of the Year, Person of the Year.
- Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN): Engineer of the Year.
- Future Leaders Network (FLN): Vanguard Award, Professional of the Year Award.
- Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA): Hall of Fame, Industry Recognition Award, Business of the Year (Design & Engineering Award and Evolution of Hot Rodding Award entries will open closer to the SEMA Show).
- Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Council (MPMC): Hall of Fame (awarded at the Performance Racing Industry Show).
- Professional Restylers Organization (PRO): Manufacturer of the Year, Nat Danas Person of the Year, Restyler of the Year, Jim Borré Lifetime Achievement Award.
- Truck & Off-Road Industry Alliance (TORA): Hall of Fame, Retailer of the Year, Jessi Combs Ambassador Award.
- Wheel, Tire, Suspension & Brake Council (WTSBC): Hall of Fame.
"It felt very gratifying to see our efforts recognized by industry peers and customers," reflected 2023 TORA Retailer of the Year Dalanna Hanson of Truck Stuff Inc. "This has instilled a deep sense of pride in our accomplishments and motivates our staff to maintain high standards knowing they are part of a top-performing team. It is also one more symbol to our loyal customers that lets them know they can trust us, which means a lot to us."
Award winners will be announced and celebrated at each council and network's 2024 SEMA Show reception. Nominate today!