Lisa Plummer Savas

1 week ago | tsnn.com | Lisa Plummer Savas

In recent weeks, the trade show/corporate event industry has announced a new roster of fresh additions to their teams as organizations across the country and the pond tap experienced leaders and staff, as well as promote seasoned industry professionals to elevated roles. TSNN’s Take on the biggest recent move: The Greater Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau (GBCVB) appointed 27-year tourism and hospitality industry veteran Dan Williams as its next president and CEO.

1 week ago | tsnn.com | Lisa Plummer Savas

Focused on meeting the apparel industry’s growing demand for responsible sourcing options that can meet both performance and environmental standards, Functional Fabric Fair recently completed its Portland Spring 2025 edition that boasted a 9% bump in attendance across a 30% larger exhibition floor showcasing the latest trends in textile development for the apparel industry.

1 week ago | tsnn.com | Lisa Plummer Savas

Trade show organizers and suppliers struggling with staffing challenges now have a powerful new resource to help build their future workforce. The  Exhibitions Industry Collective, representing six major industry organizations, has launched a nationwide initiative that could help solve one of the biggest pain points facing event professionals today: finding and developing qualified talent.

2 weeks ago | tsnn.com | Lisa Plummer Savas

Heather Larson’s journey into the hospitality, tourism, and events industries began at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she developed a strong passion for service, relationships, and travel. After graduating and falling in love with Chicago’s stately old grand hotels, she began her career honing her skills at iconic Windy City properties including The Allegro (formerly The Bismarck), The Whitehall, The Drake, and the Fairmont Hotel.

2 weeks ago | tsnn.com | Lisa Plummer Savas

Since February, event organizers and suppliers across the country have been welcoming new leadership and increasing team headcount, as well as bidding farewell to seasoned industry veterans. TSNN’s take on the biggest recent move: Following a successful 37-year career in the U.S. gift and home trade show industry, veteran B2B Public Relations specialist Cathy Steel has retired.