Show Notes
In this episode of Beyond the Competition, Mike Sorg and Scott Schultz welcome Zac Pace, SAE Membership Specialist for Community Engagement, to break down how Sections and Chapters work together to support students and young professionals.
We explore how SAE involvement can help you build real industry connections, access mentoring opportunities, host industrial lectures, and even unlock dues reimbursements for your chapter. Zac also shares common mistakes schools make, why becoming a registered chapter matters, and how students can get more value from their SAE membership.
Whether you’re already competing in Formula SAE, Baja SAE, Aero Design, or just getting started — this conversation highlights resources that can accelerate your academic and professional journey.
👉 Learn how to start, reactivate, or engage with your SAE Chapter
👉 Discover networking & mentoring advantages
👉 Understand young professional membership benefits
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