Dynamic, passionate and innovative Meeting & Event Services Manager with strong experience working with high-profile clients and large trade shows and conferences. A high-energy, team-first leader with a solid reputation of delivering smooth-running, complex events while training, mentoring and managing large staffs in office and on-site. A cultivator of enduring relationships with directors of major associations and heads of civic and local organizations... as well as with clients across all industries nationwide. A passion for providing flawless customer service and follow-up… with a clear vision of the creative and logistical possibilities stemming from his organization’s considerable products, services and personnel. Known for thinking "outside of the box." Additional background in sporting events, accounting, public relations, exhibit sales and membership growth/retention. Would especially welcome connections from those in the following fields: Event Services, Sports, Hospitality, Travel & Tourism, Fundraising, Trade Shows, Exhibitions, Media, Convention Centers, Sporting Facilities and Non-Profits. Follow me on Twitter - @GregRuby