Paul Wedesky

Meeting Professionals International (MPI) is the world's largest professional development organization for the meeting and events industry. MPI is based in Dallas, TX, and has subsidiaries in the United States. With over 12,000 members and a community of 90,000 meeting and event professionals in 75 countries, MPI has nearly 70 chapters and clubs worldwide. The organization offers event planning certification at MPI Academy and on-demand meeting planning webinars for strategies and tips. Founded in 1972, MPI provides innovative and relevant education, networking opportunities, and business exchanges, and acts as a prominent voice for the promotion and growth of the industry. The CEO of the non-profit company is Paul van Deventer.

Global Experience Specialists, Inc. provides trade show and exhibition management services. It specializes in event strategy and planning, creative design, production, audio-visual services, events accommodation, and strategic program management. The company was founded in 1939 and is headquartered in Las Vegas, NV.

Audio Visual Services Group, Inc. provides audiovisual, interactive, staging, and facility services. It specializes in computer interfaces, high-definition imaging, rigging, power distribution, component video, special effects, concert sound and lighting, virtual meetings, plus traditional basic equipment. The company was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Schiller Park, IL.