Two More SEMA Global Media Awards Extend Speedmaster's Streak to Seven Consecutive Years
The 2016 SEMA Show brought two awards, a 35 Under 35 induction, and the debut of the DNA product range to the Las Vegas convention floor.
Published on
November 24th, 2016
Eight Awards in Seven Years
Speedmaster won two SEMA Global Media Awards at the 2016 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, extending its streak to seven consecutive years and eight total awards. The recognition came within an industry valued at more than $40 billion, alongside automotive manufacturers including Ford, GM, and Chrysler.
Team Recognition
Speedmaster USA operations manager Jay Verduzco was inducted into the SEMA 35 Under 35 for 2016. Having worked with Speedmaster for more than ten years, Verduzco contributed to new-product development and played a central role in building the brand's online operations.
CEO Jason Kencevski received his second consecutive Gen III Innovator of the Year nomination, following his 2015 selection. Kencevski was also nominated as one of the Top 50 Executives of the Year.
The 2016 SEMA Booth
The Speedmaster booth featured free-standing display podiums showcasing the new DNA product range, an appearance by Kamikaze Chris from Discovery Channel's Street Outlaws, a dedicated barista station, and a custom backdrop. The four-day presence served as the first public showing of the DNA line to industry peers and the wider automotive community.
"We would like to say a big thank you to everyone who came out to see us at the 2016 SEMA Show. We were humbled by the reception we received from our fans and fellow industry peers about our new DNA product line. We would like to thank the employees who put in time across all four days to be at the show, and the rest of the Speedmaster team behind the scenes who contributed to this event." - Jason Kencevski, CEO of Speedmaster
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