2026 SEMA Show Education
Confirmed Speaker Information
Everything you need to prepare for your session: logistics, deadlines, and on-site details for confirmed SEMA Show Education speakers and moderators.
Welcome
Thank you for being a speaker at the 2026 SEMA Show!
Your thought leadership will help educate thousands of professionals from across the world. Here are some tips and information to maximize your experience.
This page is your one-stop resource. Review the key dates below, note your check-in and arrival windows, and reach out any time if you have questions.
Justine HubbardTrade Show Operations Manager
Key Dates & Deadlines
Your season at a glance. Deadlines in red, Show days highlighted.
October 2026
November 2026
Plan Your Day
Speaker Details & Logistics
Follow the path from arrival to showtime. Steps 1–4 are your day-of sequence; 5–6 are what's waiting in the room.
Getting to the Show
Before you travel
Plan ahead: there is no parking at the LVCC. Shuttles run from all major hotels, the monorail runs from major stops across Las Vegas, and rideshare drop-off is available in the Blue Lot and other areas across the campus.
Location
North Hall · 2nd Level
SEMA Education is located in the North Hall Meeting Rooms (2nd level) of the Las Vegas Convention Center. Confirm your presentation room number and view the latest schedule online.
Speaker Lounge Check-In
Room N256 · 60 min before
Check in at the Speaker Lounge a minimum of one hour before your session start time. Your badge will be ready and SEMA staff are on hand to answer questions. Your badge provides access to the SEMA Show Tuesday, Nov 3 – Friday, Nov 6.
Questions or issues on-site? Contact Justine Hubbard.
Presentation Room
Arrive 20–30 min before
Arrive early. This is very important, as production needs to fit your microphone/lavalier and perform a tech check. SEMA staff will be nearby to answer any questions.
Equipment
Standard AV package, provided
Every room includes:
- Podium
- Projectors
- Screens
- Wireless mic/lavalier
- Laptop
PowerPoint Presentations
Deck due October 16
A SEMA Show PowerPoint template has been provided to all speakers and moderators. Send your PPT deck to justineh@sema.org no later than October 16 and bring your presentation on a thumb drive. A laptop is available in the room, but it's highly recommended to bring your own laptop (the one your PPT was created on) to minimize display/font issues.
No presentation? Notify Justine Hubbard by October 16 and a background slide with the speakers' headshots will be prepared and displayed during your session.
Session Best Practices
Moderator & Panel Guidelines
- Prepare ahead. Moderators should meet with panelists at least two weeks prior to the event to align on discussion topics and questions.
- Mention the Show Disclaimer. Speakers and moderators should note the disclaimer (PPT slide #2) at the beginning of the session.
- Ask for feedback. Remind attendees to use the SEMA Show app to provide session feedback at the end. The QR code is on your final PPT slide.
- Watch for final comms. SEMA will send a final communication to all speakers by October 9.
Since 1963
The History of SEMA
It all began in May 1963, at a meeting in the offices of a model-toy manufacturer in Hollywood, California, when 20-odd members of the fledgling automotive performance aftermarket, who were normally fierce competitors, first discussed the possibility of joining forces.
From those inauspicious beginnings emerged the makings of a trade association that now serves more than 7,000 members comprising the $336 billion-a-year specialty automotive aftermarket industry.
SEMA Show floor, circa 1969
Where the Industry Gathers
About the SEMA Show
The SEMA Show is the premier event designed to foster the success of the automotive aftermarket: a trade-only event where specialty equipment manufacturers display alongside automotive manufacturers to debut new, innovative products, and connect with industry buyers and media from all over the world.
The four-day event consistently attracts more than 153,000 professionals and enthusiasts:
From first-time exhibitors debuting brand-new products to major automakers and leading aftermarket manufacturers, beyond the show floor the event delivers real value through:
The Show spans 4.5 million net square feet across the Las Vegas Convention Center and Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, with 2,000+ products in the New Products Showcase and 1,500 feature vehicles throughout the campus.
Produced by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), a nonprofit trade association founded in 1963. The Show itself has run since 1967. More at semashow.com or sema.org, 909-396-0289.
153,000+ Attendees
2,300+ Exhibitors
Built for the Industry
SEMA Show Education
SEMA Show Education can be the single most important week of the year to power an attendee's professional development plan. There is something for everyone through 90+ sessions and unique, immersive programs, with an emphasis on leadership and skill development, networking, and the exploration of emerging trends and best practices. The advantages are many:
The 11 Education Tracks
Best-in-class content delivered across the SEMA and partner tracks.
SEMA's and TIA's education sessions are provided free to Show attendees. Registration is not required and seating is first-come, first-served. *Registration is required for the fee-based I-CAR and SCRS Collision Repair education.
Networking: Network with exhibitors, industry leaders, industry icons and celebrities. Every year brings an impressive list, from musicians, comedians and athletes to countless network and cable-TV automotive personalities.
Who We'll Impact
80% Domestic / 20% International · 140+ countries & regions
Approximately 55% of Education attendees are buyers and 20% are exhibitors.
Why We're Here
Our Goal for Education
The SEMA Show Education goal is to:
- Provide best-in-class professional development.
- Engage attendees in thought-provoking sessions to inspire personal and professional development.
- Deliver a strong experience and value.
- Create a relationship with attendees that extends beyond event attendance.
On the Ground
Scenes from SEMA Education
Before You Go
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We Appreciate Your Partnership
We're excited that you'll be part of the team that will help us achieve our goals. Thank you for contributing to the success of the SEMA Show, and reach out any time before or during the Show.
