ENGINEERS
2023 N.E.R.D. Symposium

August 16-18, 2023

SEMA Detroit Garage

14655 Jib St.
Plymouth, MI 48170


Engineer registration is now open!

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Non-Member Rate = $375

ETTN Member Rate = $175

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WHO IS ATTENDING?

Check out some of the product and service providers that will be attending the N.E.R.D. Symposium. This insight gives engineers an inside look at what type of connections they'll have an opportunity to make. Click on their logo for more information on what each company brings to the table.

WHAT IS THE N.E.R.D SYMPOSIUM?

The Networking, Education, Resources, and Development (N.E.R.D.) Symposium is a unique event that connects automotive aftermarket engineers with service providers who offer tools to streamline product development process.

The focused and private nature of the event makes it the best place for those who develop automotive aftermarket products to learn about the tools and resources available to streamline the process. They will gain in-depth knowledge on products, participate in networking sessions, and learn about the latest in ADAS, emissions, diagnostics, and simulation. Participants will see product demonstrations, get hands-on with the tools and have all their questions answered.

OPPORTUNITIES AT N.E.R.D.:


  • Education Sessions


    • Gain knowledge from industry experts as they educate you on topics, products, and services relevant to the future of the automotive aftermarket. Learn about ADAS trends, testing equipment, simulation modeling and emissions, and witness hands-on demonstrations of the tools being used.

  • One-on-One Provider Meetings


    • Engage with companies whose primary goal is to help you streamline your product development, design and manufacturing processes. Talk about your current projects, including areas you may need assistance with. Share your future developments, learn about their technology and explore trends to see if there is opportunity for collaboration that was not prior realized.

  • Networking


    • Meet engineers with similar backgrounds in the aftermarket industry. The connections you make will benefit you in your career and help you identify opportunities for collaboration.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

  • Engineers who are developing products for resale to the automotive aftermarket.
  • Individuals at companies that don't have, but are looking for, specific manufacturing, rapid prototyping, or development capabilities.

WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?

  • Learn about new technologies and services from subject matter experts.
  • Gain knowledge on products that can be valuable for your business.
  • Build your peer-to-peer network.
  • Identify opportunities for collaboration for current and future projects.

SEARCH TIPS:

  • If your email address is not found, but you are a current SEMA member, contact Nicole at NicoleB@sema.org. Provide your name, company, contact information and title.
  • If your company is a SEMA member, but you are not yet a member of ETTN, contact Nicole at NicoleB@sema.org. Provide your name, company, contact information and title.
  • If you are not a member of SEMA, please complete the membership application here
  • If your membership is not yet renewed, you will receive the nonmember fee at the time of registration.

HOW ARE APPOINTMENTS WITH PRODUCT AND SERVICE PROVIDERS SET?

A personalized agenda is created. Meetings are scheduled based on the priorities that engineers select. If a service provider is marked as not relevant to a participating engineer, then a meeting will not be set with that provider.

WHO IS ETTN?

The SEMA Emerging Trends & Technology Network (ETTN) provides automotive aftermarket engineers, programmers and product developers with information on vehicle trends and new technology. Through education, networking and research, ETTN helps its members stay at the forefront of the latest technology in the automotive aftermarket.

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ETTN DIRECTOR

Nicole Bradle

nicoleb@sema.org
909-323-2149