People in the News: Show Management Companies, Suppliers Make Hires
July 6, 2013
The start of summer has kicked off with a steady stream of hires and promotions at both show management companies, convention and visitors bureaus and supplier companies, signaling a continued healthy environment for the trade show industry.
The Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau promoted of Rachel Peavy to director of public relations. In her new role, Peavy will create and implement campaigns to support ACVB marketing, sales and tourism programs.
The National Shooting Sports Foundation, the trade association for the firearms and ammunition industry, hired former Reed Exhibitions’ sales execs, Dave Jeannette, as senior director, sales, and Chris Tatulli, as director, exhibit and sponsorship sales to work on the association’s SHOT Show.
Effective June 1, Marius Felzmann was named Deutsche Messe’s new senior vice president in charge of CeBIT, billed as the world’s largest event in the business-to-business digital economy.
The Expo Group brought on Rainey Richards as its newest project manager.
Experient, the source for integrated meeting and event solutions, expanded its sales team by four to the Experient Sales Network (ESN) - Isabel Heredia-Anderson, Lisa Gill, Jo Ann Hoffman and Jill Kraatz.
Neal Southam has joined Marketplace Events as director, Toronto, heading up the company's three annual Toronto Shows including the National Home Show, Fall Home Show and the new GTA Home Show to launch Feb. 20-23 at the International Centre.
SmithBucklin's 25-year company veteran Carol McGury will oversee the company's convention, trade show and event management services. She also will continue to lead SmithBucklin's Education & Learning Services unit.
Team San Jose recently hired sales veteran Mara D. Hill Buckner to drive sales efforts within the Midwest Corporate and Association market segment.
Dr. Christian Göke has assumed the CEO role at Messe Berlin, starting July 1. He takes over from Raimund Hosch, who is retiring.
Brenda Scott Savage has joined the Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau (GHCVB) as director of membership. Savage has worked with the GHCVB as a consultant for the past year.
The Oregon Convention Center named Erin Jepson as the facility’s new director of event services.
Molly Plummer has joined NACS as an exhibit sales and services coordinator.Most recently, Plummer served as meetings and logistics coordinator for the American Composites Manufacturers Association.
Paula Fauth has joined MC2 as the national account director and Larry Roberts as an operations manager at the company's Chicago-area facility in Carol Stream, Ill.
Nth Degree, a full-service global event marketing and management company, has appointed Grant Howell as an account manager. Howell will be based in Nth Degree’s corporate office and will be supporting the day-to-day operations of projects for key clients nationwide.
Partner Voices
Overview:
The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) goes the extra mile to make every day extraordinary by offering customer service excellence and industry-leading partnerships. From their dedicated in-house Rigging team to their robust Exhibitor Services, The Center of Hospitality brings your imagination to life by helping you host unforgettable meetings and events. With more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space, world-class services and a dream destination, we are committed to making even the most ambitious conventions a reality.
In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way.
“We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.”
Amenities:
The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.
The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience
The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need.
Gold Key Members
The OCCC’s Gold Key Members represent the best of the best when it comes to exceptional service and exclusive benefits for clients, exhibitors and guests. The Center’s Gold Key memberships with Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World greatly enhance meeting planner and attendee experiences offering world-renowned venues, immersive experiences and creative resources for their events.
OCCC Events:
This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.
The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:
AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023
200,000 Attendees
$257 Million in Economic Impact
MEGACON 2023
160,000 Attendees
$205 Million in Economic Impact
Open Championship Series 2023
69,500 Attendees
$89 Million in Economic Impact
Sunshine Classic 2023
42,000 Attendees
$54 Million in Economic Impact
Premiere Orlando 2023
42,000 Attendees
$108 Million in Economic Impact
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