Eyes on the Aftermarket: 2021 SEMA Market Report available now
Las Vegas, Nevada — The 2021 SEMA market report has been published and is now available to download. As the aftermarket business as well as the economy begin to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, it is hoped that this report helps businesses to stay informed about trends that may have changed and where opportunities can […]
Mark your Calendar: Registration for SEMA 2021 now open
Las Vegas, Nevada — In what will no doubt be a can’t-miss reunion for the international automotive community, the organizers of SEMA 2021 have announced that registration is now open for this year’s event, returning to its usual in-person format. Last week, following Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak’s announcement to reopen the state by June 1, […]
Navigating a New Normal: Free SEMA webinar discusses employment challenges post-COVID
Toronto, Ontario — On May 6, at 1:00 p.m. EDT, SEMA will give free access to a one-hour webinar, which will discuss employment issues facing small businesses as they navigate a summer that will hopefully mark the final chapter in the COVID-19 pandemic. SBLCs Strategic Policy Director and employment law attorney Jessica Summers, will present […]
The Show Must Go On: All signs point to an in-person SEMA 2021
Las Vegas, Nevada — Pack up a bottle of Advil and your lucky cargo shorts, all signs are pointing to the 2021 SEMA show being on and in person in Las Vegas this year, following 2020’s COVID-induced virtual hiatus. Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak recently committed to reopening the state to 100 percent open operations by […]
Remember the Name: Nominate the next inductee into SEMA’s Hall of Fame
Diamond Bar, California — On Jan. 26, 2021, SEMA announced that they are now accepting nominations for the Hall of Fame award. SEMA established the Hall of Fame award in 1969 to honour the outstanding persons in the automotive specialty industry whose creativity, dignity, integrity, industriousness, and accomplishments, on a national basis. “It is designed […]
Live and In-Person: Reserve your booth space for SEMA 2021
Las Vegas, Nevada — SEMA Show exhibitors need to start reserving their booth space for 2021’s SEMA show. The in-person event is currently scheduled for Nov. 2 to Nov. 5. “There is a worldwide network of media contacts and qualified buyers at the 2021 SEMA Show, You can put your company and products in front […]
Las Vegas Learning: Year-round education sessions from SEMA commence Jan. 13
Las Vegas, Nevada — SEMA commences its year-round virtual education program with six informational concepts on Jan 13. According to SEMA, the goal is to provide automotive aftermarket professionals with subject matter specifically curated to assist in improving their careers and businesses. The comprehensive courses will allow members the flexibility of remote participation at their […]
SEMA Online – The first ever virtual SEMA show impressed the industry
Las Vegas, Nevada – This year, SEMA ditched the grand Vegas show floor of years past and took its industry-wide event fully virtual with SEMA360, showing that even in an unpredictable year like 2020, the auto industry will keep on motoring. This year’s event saw new innovations to the SEMA platform, as well as the […]
Speakers wanted for SEMA 2019
By CRM Staff Toronto, Ontario — February 7, 2019 — SEMA is now accepting industry leaders to host a seminar at next year’s show. The event, which will take place from Nov. 5-8, is looking speakers with industry experience including retail, small-business operations, economic trends and niche markets such as off-road and power sports. Educational seminars […]
CIECA awards
By CRM Staff Toronto, Ontario — November 22, 2018 — CIECA announced its Electronic Commerce of the Year and Outstanding Achievement awards at SEMA this year. The awards were presented during the second annual Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) Collision Industry Red Carpet breakfast on October 31. The event was organized to provide an opportunity […]