By SEMA News Editors
In honor of the dedication that drives the specialty-equipment industry forward, the SEMA councils and networks presented awards to leading companies and individuals at the 2024 SEMA Show, recognizing those who have made excellent contributions to their industry segments.
Each year, SEMA's nine councils and networks select outstanding members and honor them with these prestigious awards. Award recipients are part of an elite group that includes the most distinguished members of the automotive aftermarket community.
To be considered for an award, you and/or your company must be an existing member of at least one of SEMA's nine councils and networks.
See the full list of winners that were recognized at the 2024 SEMA Show below:
Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO)
ARMO Business of Year
- Max Performance
ARMO Hall of Fame
- Dwight Forrister -- Distinctive Industries
ARMO IPC Award
- Randall Bates -- Auto Custom Carpets
ARMO New Product Awards
- Accessory Item
- Retro Manufacturing: SUB8100
- Drivetrain/Brakes/Suspension
- Flaming River C1500 Rack Cradle Kit
- Engine
- Blueprint Engines PS426CTF
- Exterior
- Precision Replacement Parts '73-'87 GM Truck Complete Vent Assembly
- Interior
- Distinctive Industries Custom CTX Buddy Bench Seat Vertical Inserts with Cupholders
- People's Choice
- Blueprint Engines PS426CTF
ARMO Person of the Year
- Jeff Leonard -- Classic Industries
Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN)
Engineer of the Year Award
- Mike Black -- The Tuning School
Future Leaders Network (FLN)
FLN Outgoing Select Committee Award
- Jeffrey Banyas -- Sisson & Banyas, Attorneys at Law, LLC
FLN Outgoing Select Committee Award
- Stephanie Ortega
FLN Professional of the Year Award
- Jeffrey Banyas -- Sisson & Banyas, Attorneys at Law, LLC
FLN Vanguard Award
- Ryan McDonough -- AP Emissions Technologies, LLC
Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA)
HRIA Business of the Year
- Advanced Plating & Powder Coating
HRIA Design & Innovation Award
- Classic Car Studio -- '68 Dodge Charger
HRIA Evolution of Hot Rodding Award
- Dutch Boys Hot Rods -- '87 Buick GNXS
HRIA Hall of Fame
- John McLeod -- Holley Group
HRIA Industry Recognition Award
- Bobby Alloway -- Triple Crown of Rodding
Professional Restylers Organization (PRO)
PRO Cup Challenge People's Choice Award
- Auto Trim Restyling: '24 Toyota Land Cruiser LC250
PRO Cup Challenge Winner
- Classic Soft Trim Pittsburgh LLC: '24 Toyota RAV4 XLE Hybrid
PRO Jim Borre Lifetime Achievement Award
- Kevin McGowen -- Auto Trim Restyling
PRO Manufacturer of the Year
- Alpine
PRO Nat Danas Person of the Year
- Hannah Neal -- Automotion Customs
PRO Restyler of the Year
- DPS Automotive
SEMA Businesswomen's Network (SBN)
SBN Jessi Combs Rising Star Award
- Kristy Rubino -- Southern Illinois University – Carbondale
SheIsSEMA Woman of the Year Award
- Rebeca Olavarrieta -- Roco 4x4
Truck & Off-Road Alliance (TORA)
TORA Feature Vehicle "Best in Show" Award
- Custom FN Customs: '93 Mitsubishi Delica
TORA Hall of Fame
- Milt Thompson, Dixie 4 Wheel Drive
TORA Jessi Combs Ambassador Award
- Wendy Miles
TORA Light Truck Best New Product
- Randy's Worldwide/ICON Vehicle Dynamics '24 Toyota Tacoma 1.25-3-in. Stage 14 Suspension System Billet with Skid Plates
TORA Off-Road Best New Product
- Powerbuilt and Caterpillar Tow Hitch Overlanding Multi-Tool
TORA Outgoing Select Committee Member Award
- Wendy Miles
TORA Retailer of the Year
- SDHQ Offroad/SDHQ Built
Wheel, Tire, Suspension & Brake Council (WTSBC)
WTSBC Lifetime Award
- Wade Kawasaki -- The Wheel Group