SEMA SHOW KICKOFF BREAKFAST LAUNCHES A WEEK OF DISCOVERY AND CONNECTION

SEMA SHOW KICKOFF BREAKFAST LAUNCHES A WEEK OF DISCOVERY AND CONNECTION

-- Jay Leno, Tavarish, industry awards showcase new product standouts

and what's next for the industry --

DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (Oct. 29, 2024) -- The 2024 SEMA Show begins in high gear with its annual Kickoff Breakfast, a long-standing tradition that unites the global automotive aftermarket community for a gathering that will set the direction of the market for years to come. Held on the opening day of the Show, Tuesday, Nov. 5, at the Paradise Event Center in the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, the Kickoff Breakfast will welcome hundreds of exhibitors and attendees from around the world to celebrate the innovation and passion that drive the industry forward.

Hosted by Jarod DeAnda, this year's Kickoff Breakfast celebration will feature the presentation of several New Product Awards, recognizing cutting-edge introductions that have made significant contributions to the automotive aftermarket industry. The awards highlight the creativity, ingenuity, and technical advancements of companies dedicated to shaping the future of automotive technology and design. The winners of Manufacturer of the Year and Channel Partner of the Year will also be announced.

The Kickoff Breakfast serves as the start of SEMA Week, focused on building connections, relationship-building, and discovery. Throughout the SEMA Show and nightly events, attendees will have opportunities to collaborate, share knowledge, and foster new partnerships that will shape the future of the industry.

"The Kickoff Breakfast is one of the most anticipated events each year, offering a chance for prominent automotive community members to come together and celebrate what makes our industry so unique --- the relentless drive to innovate and improve," said SEMA Vice President of Events Tom Gattuso. "With an incredible lineup of awards and two major figures in car culture, this year's breakfast will be a fitting start to the Show."

Attendees will also be treated to a special conversation between Jay Leno, renowned comedian and car enthusiast attending his 20th SEMA Show, and popular automotive influencer Tavarish. The two will discuss their shared love for automobiles, observations about the industry, and the evolving landscape of car culture in a lively and engaging exchange.

The Kickoff Breakfast will set the tone for the Show, which will feature incredible builds, new product launches, exhilarating motorsports demos, and networking opportunities for professionals across all sectors of the automotive aftermarket.

All credentialed SEMA Show attendees can register to attend the breakfast free of charge.

The SEMA Show is one of the largest trade shows in the world, powered by a passionate and innovative community. The 2024 Show is receiving more industry support than it has seen in years, with more than 2,400 exhibitors - and 580 first-time exhibitors - projected to display their latest products and services to thousands of attendees and media.

To learn more about the 2024 SEMA Show or to register, visit SEMAShow.com.

EVENT DETAILS

Date:Tuesday, Nov. 5Time:7-8:45 amLocation:Paradise Event Center, Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino

About SEMA and the SEMA Show

The SEMA Show is a trade show produced by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), a nonprofit trade association founded in 1963. Since the first SEMA Show debuted in 1967, the annual event has served as the leading venue bringing together manufacturers and buyers within the automotive specialty equipment industry. Products featured at the SEMA Show include those that enhance the styling, functionality, comfort, convenience and safety of cars and trucks. Additional details are available at www.semashow.comor www.sema.org, 909/396-0289.

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The 2024 SEMA Show Kickoff Breakfast will feature the presentation of the New Product Awards and the winners of Manufacturer of the Year and Channel Partner of the Year, as well as a special conversation between renowned comedian and car enthusiast Jay Leno and automotive influencer Tavarish.

Photos: Breakfast 1& Breakfast 2

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