By Cris Gonzalez and SEMA News Editors
Automotive industry legend Lee Iacocca once said, "The only way to make money as a car company is to come up with something so different that people can't look at what you're doing and say 'me too'… You've got to be different. You've got to be adaptive."
Certainly, not everyone attending the SEMA is designing the next industry-shifting car, but industry experts would agree that specialty equipment professionals and businesses need to stay adaptive and knowledgeable about emerging trends, new technology-based skills, and the latest ways to make the work culture thrive. This November 5-8, SEMA Education at the 2024 SEMA Show aims to assist individuals from all sectors of the automotive industry in achieving this goal. [View the 2024 Education lineup here].
Management Essentials for Leaders, Presented by Dale Carnegie
Tuesday, November 5
9:00 a.m. PT - 3:00 p.m. PT
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Wednesday, November 6
9:00 a.m. PT - 3:00 p.m. PT
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Bright minds from Dale Carnegie tailor-made a program exclusively for SEMA Show attendees with one six-hour class encompassing three sessions. The skill-building class blends three interactive workshops with a range of presentations from multiple industry decision-makers to hone a professional's abilities to lead with assurance, empower their teams and achieve tangible results.
Participants will also develop the confidence, communication prowess and strategic mindset necessary to excel in leadership roles within the automotive sector. Whether aiming to lead a dealership, manage a manufacturing plant, or spearhead marketing initiatives, this program is designed to equip individuals with the tools and strategies needed to thrive in the fast-paced world of automotive leadership.
There is a fee to attend this event. Click here to register.
SEMA Women's Leadership Symposium: Connecting Women, Empowering Futures, Powered by SEMA Business Network (SBN)
Wednesday, November 6
11:00 a.m. PT - 4:00 p.m. PT
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Tailored exclusively for women in the industry is the SEMA Women's Leadership Symposium: Connecting Women, Empowering Futures, Powered by SBN, a dynamic gathering uniting trailblazing women from all corners of the automotive industry. This empowering event serves as a platform for women leaders to convene, collaborate and catalyze change in their respective fields and communities. Participants will engage in thought-provoking keynotes, interactive skill-building workshops, fireside chats, the "Circle of Women" networking luncheon and the popular C-suite Insights panel discussion covering a wide range of topics in leadership development. This year, there will be a celebration of the exceptional achievements and contributions of women in the automotive sector, with the first annual "Shining the Spotlight on Women." This prestigious event recognizes the trailblazing women who have made significant strides in various facets of the automotive industry, from engineering and design to leadership and innovation. Whether you're a seasoned executive, an emerging leader, an entrepreneur, or a changemaker, the SEMA Women's Leadership Symposium provides invaluable resources and support to help you thrive professionally and personally with actionable learning that you will leverage all year long.
There is a fee to attend this event. Take advantage of early bird pricing and register by Friday, September 27, for only $149. After, the price increases to $199. Click here to register.
For more details on the 2024 SEMA Show Education schedule for these and other seminars, visit semashow.com/education. There, you'll also be able to customize, plan and print out your own itinerary via the My Show Planner feature. The planner helps you create an efficient SEMA Show experience tailored to your specific business goals while getting the most out of this year's event.