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SEMA Opens Nominations for 35 Under 35

April 9, 2020 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - SEMA Opens Nominations for 35 Under 35

If you know a young, promising trimmer who is moving the auto upholstery industry in a new and exciting direction, consider nominating him or her for SEMA's "35 Under 35." … [Read more...] about SEMA Opens Nominations for 35 Under 35

A New Scholarship Fund to Study Auto Upholstery

March 10, 2020 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Willie Williamson Scholarship to Study Auto Upholstery

The family of late trimmer Willie Williamson is honoring his legacy by ensuring that anyone who wants to study auto upholstery at Clover Park Technical College has the resources to do so. … [Read more...] about A New Scholarship Fund to Study Auto Upholstery

Want a Scholarship to Study Upholstery?

February 3, 2020 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Scholarships to Study Auto Upholstery

Are you a student preparing for a career in auto upholstery? Then you’re eligible to apply for an auto upholstery scholarship through SEMA. … [Read more...] about Want a Scholarship to Study Upholstery?

Nominate a Trimmer to SEMA’s Hall of Fame

January 22, 2020 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Nominate a Trimmer to SEMA Hall of Fame

It's about time SEMA inducts an auto trimmer into its Hall of Fame — don't you think? … [Read more...] about Nominate a Trimmer to SEMA’s Hall of Fame

Stitchwurx Wins ‘NC Interior of the Year’

November 22, 2019 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Stitchwurx Wins NC Interior of the Year - SEMA 2019 recap

Congrats to Rick Esterly of Stitchwurx for winning the 2019 "NC Auto Interior of the Year" award! … [Read more...] about Stitchwurx Wins ‘NC Interior of the Year’

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