Global Exhibitor

05/14/2025

Featuring the Chair of the Board at Freeman In this episode of The Global Exhibitor Podcast, Jeff Hannah sits down with Carrie Freeman Parsons, third-generation leader and Chair of the Board at Freeman, one of the world's largest and most influential event production companies. Carrie shares her deep insights into the evolution of the trade show and live events industry — and why today's environment demands faster innovation, more strategic thinking, and a deeper commitment to audience needs than ever before....

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04/30/2025

In Part 2, host Jeff Hannah continues his conversation with Laura Palker, President of the Exhibitions & Events Workforce Development Federation. They discuss the industry's growing recognition through the National Career Cluster Framework, efforts to secure O*NET & NAICS codes, and initiatives like “Career Fair in a Box” and apprenticeships. Plus, Jeff shares updates on the Trade Show Basics training course and its nationwide expansion....

In Part 2, host Jeff Hannah continues his conversation with Laura Palker, President of the Exhibitions & Events Workforce Development Federation. They discuss the industry’s growing reco…

04/29/2025

Carrie Freeman Parsons, Chair of the Board at Freeman, shares insights into how the live events industry is evolving — and why faster innovation, better design thinking, and smarter audience engagement are essential today. Learn about her four-phase methodology, the importance of workforce development, and why Inside Live Events is a must-read for anyone shaping the future of trade shows and events....

Carrie Freeman Parsons, Chair of the Board at Freeman, shares insights into how the live events industry is evolving — and why faster innovation, better design thinking, and smarter audience engage…

03/07/2025

Host Jeff Hannah sits down with Laura Palker, President of the Exhibitions & Events Workforce Development Federation, to discuss the challenges facing the trade show industry. They explore the workforce shift post-COVID, the “Silver Resignation,” and the need for skilled training. Laura shares insights on ONET and NAICS codes, apprenticeships, and industry collaboration. Plus, Jeff introduces his Trade Show Basics course for newcomers....

Host Jeff Hannah sits down with Laura Palker, President of the Exhibitions & Events Workforce Development Federation, to discuss the challenges facing the trade show industry. They explore the…

01/31/2025

Jeff Hannah welcomes Pat Alacqua back to discuss his ventures since selling Nth Degree, including transforming a sports complex into a national brand, launching the "3 C's Process for Faster Growth," and his upcoming book, Obstacles to Opportunity. They explore leadership, legacy, and collaboration, including the shift from individual success to team growth. Pat emphasizes mentoring, empowering others, and the future of the trade show industry. Packed with insights on growth and leadership....

Jeff Hannah welcomes Pat Alacqua back to discuss his ventures since selling Nth Degree, including transforming a sports complex into a national brand, launching the “3 C’s Process for F…

01/20/2025

Jeff Hannah explores Pat Alacqua’s journey as a leader and entrepreneur, diving into the emotional and strategic challenges of building and selling Nth Degree. Pat shares insights on growth, hiring, leadership, and mentorship, emphasizing lifelong learning, asking the right questions, and "paying it forward." Reflecting on his decision to sell, Pat highlights how growth transforms not only companies but the people within them. Packed with lessons on leadership and success....

Jeff Hannah explores Pat Alacqua’s journey as a leader and entrepreneur, diving into the emotional and strategic challenges of building and selling Nth Degree. Pat shares insights on growth, hiring…

01/09/2025

Foundational Strategies and Industry Impact with Pat Alacqua In this first episode of the three-part series, Jeff Hannah conducts a rare interview with Pat Alacqua, co-founder of Nth Degree, exploring the foundational strategies and challenges that defined the company’s early days. Beyond co-founding Nth Degree, Pat has built multiple successful businesses across other industries and continues to collaborate with business leaders through his consulting services and online leadership and business growth tools, guiding them through challenges to achieve sustained growth....

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12/05/2024

Wondering how Trade Show Basics is impacting attendees??? Feedback that speaks volumes right here! The Trade Show Industry’s Most Comprehensive Basic Training Course for Newcomers - endorsed by the Exhibitions and Events Workforce Development Federation
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Next Course: Washington DC Region - December 12 & 13 - HURRY - only 2 seats remaining: https://jeff-hannah.mykajabi.com/tsbasics
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12/05/2024

Wondering how Trade Show Basics is impacting attendees??? Feedback that speaks volumes right here! The Trade Show Industry’s Most Comprehensive Basic Training Course for Newcomers - endorsed by the Exhibitions and Events Workforce Development Federation
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Next Course - Washington DC Region - December 12 & 13 - HURRRY - only 2 spots remaining: https://jeff-hannah.mykajabi.com/tsbasics
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11/06/2024

Thanks Trade Show Executive for helping to spread the word on this training course for newcomers to the trade show industry!
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https://jeff-hannah.mykajabi.com/tsbasics

Trade Show Basics, a training course for professionals on the industry’s supplier side from Global Exhibitor, will debut Nov. 14-15 in Atlanta and tour major U.S. cities in the future.

“If you have a broader understanding and foundation of how the whole industry works, not only do you have a bigger picture view of what career opportunities you might be able to go into, but you have a better understanding of how your role and responsibility is interacting with every other aspect of what is happening in the industry,” Jeff Hannah, Founder and President of Global Exhibitor, said.

Trade Show Executive’s Young Professionals Corner dove into how the course can help new industry participants level up:

https://tradeshowexecutive.com/global-exhibitor-launches-trade-show-basics-training-course/

10/23/2024

Starting out in the trade show industry and feeling the pressure to catch up?

Join us to CLOSE your experience gaps with practical insights into the supplier side of the business. From understanding how exhibits come together to navigating show services and on-site logistics, this course will equip you with the knowledge and confidence you need to thrive in the US trade show market.

https://buff.ly/4dXqLy6