Speaker Bios
Kelly Franklin Bagnall, Esq., partner, Holland & Knight
Kelly Franklin Bagnall has represented hotel and resort owners and management companies nationwide in virtually all aspects of operational matters, including litigation, arbitration and attending to risk management and security issues. Kelly is a partner with the law firm of Holland & Knight, LLP, and is a member of the Academy of Hospitality Industry Attorneys, Meeting Professionals International, National Association of Credit Management, and the State Bar of Texas.
Brian Baker, vice president, Highmark TechSystems
Brian Baker has over 25 years of Event industry experience, and is one of its most prominent creative leaders. EDPA's Designer of the Year in 2017, he is very active in mentoring young designers and students. Brian studied design at the world-renowned Center for Creative Studies, and received his bachelor's from Purdue. He has worked with many high-profile brands including Coca-Cola, Intel, Best Buy, Home Depot, FedEx, Anheuser Busch, Michelin, Volvo, & The Atlanta Braves.
Joe Baker, sales manager, Fort Wayne Office, Markey's
Prior to joining Markey's in 2012 as an event technician, Joe freelanced for small personal gatherings to highly attended public events such as concerts, musicals and political conferences. In 2022, he was hired to Sales Manager and now collaborates, manages and executes events coast to coast for some of Markey's largest clients such as Indiana University, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Vera Bradley, Lincoln Financial, and White Lodging.
Corbin Ball, CSP, CMP, DES, CEO, Corbin Ball Associates
Corbin Ball is an international speaker, consultant and writer helping clients worldwide use technology to save time and improve productivity. Corbin has been named as one of "The 25 Most Influential People in the Meetings Industry" five times by Successful Meetings/MeetingNews magazines and is an inductee into the Event Industry Council's Hall of Leaders, the most prestigious honor in the meetings, conventions, exhibitions and events industry.
Dave Barnard, director of tradeshows, EFW Tradeshow
Dave Barnard is the Director of Tradeshows for EFW Tradeshow. He is a 30+ year veteran of the transportation and logistics industry, with a background in business development, operations, and both domestic and international shipping. Dave has led sales teams and managed numerous facilities throughout the northeast. He is passionate about earning the respect and trust of his customers while motivating and inspiring his team.
Jacqueline Beaulieu, HMCC, director, strategic marketing at Poretta & Orr | Exhibit & Events
Jacqueline Beaulieu, HMCC, Poretta & Orr, Director, Strategic Marketing & Client Engagement, Exhibitions and Events Workforce Development Federation, Vice Chair, has over 25 years of healthcare exhibit and event marketing experience. Formerly an executive at HCEA (Healthcare Convention & Exhibitors Association), Jackie now leads strategic marketing and client engagement efforts. As a trainer for MPI's healthcare meeting compliance and member of MPI's Medical Meeting Advisory Board, she's committed to excellence through her involvement and contributions.
Karimey Berbach, Education Marketing Director, Exhibit Concepts
Karimey Berbach, Education Marketing Director, brings a wealth of expertise to the field of face-to-face marketing, having been a vital part of Exhibit Concepts for nearly 8 years in diverse marketing roles. Her journey with ECI is beyond this tenure, as she was a trade show client for 6 years previously. This dual perspective enriches her skills in corporate marketing strategy, branding, and a plethora of lead-generation tactics. As an avid reader and lifelong learner (CTSM candidate!), Karimey's expertise not only reflects her professional journey but also underscores her commitment to ensuring her work leaves a positive and lasting impact in old and new markets.
Martijn Besaris, sales director, The Inside
Martijn (Martin) has been at The Inside since 2016. He started as an International Sales Manager and has been Sales Director for 1 year. The Inside is a European based, full service provider for custom, modular, and pop up exhibits. He is a Board Member & IFES Talent Team Chair (International Federation of Exhibition & Event Services). Martin has 3 kids and loves to prepare dinner on his BBQ.
Joost Bijsterveld, director of global customer experiences, Philips
Joost's mission is to use the power of experiential marketing to connect with customers on an emotional level, and translate high-level business objectives and messages into engaging, memorable experiences that have measurable impact. As Director of Global Customer Experiences for Philips, he has centralized the design and experience strategy for their 4,000+ events and 2 CECs. By creating a unique networked team of experts and storytellers, he's able to efficiently create award-winning experiences at scale.
Paul Billings, vice president/CMO, Per4mance Marketing
Paul Billings comes to you with over 17 years in training, coaching and engagement strategy. He is the co-founder and Vice President of Per4mance Marketing LLC which is a global experiential event marketing agency specializing in performance training, coaching and strategic engagement staffing. Paul leads teams focusing on delivering and training highly skilled individuals that execute engaging product demonstration, technical presentations, and audience engagement that are results oriented and focus on achieving better program outcomes.
Anders Boulanger, founder and CEO, Engagify
Anders Boulanger is the founder/CEO of Engagify. For nearly two decades he's been travelling the world with his team of Infotainers creating crowds of interested prospects at trade show booths for his tech clients. After logging thousands of hours of engaging with people at events around the world, he has codified engagement and now trains teams and individuals how to engage their prospects so that they can deepen connection and command attention.
Barbara Bowen, exhibits manager, Southwest Research Institute
Barbara Bowen (she/her) has managed the exhibits program at Southwest Research Institute, headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, for more than 18 years. She attended her first EXHIBITORLIVE in 2006 and has been pursuing the dream of a perfect program on a nonprofit budget ever since. She's also a poet, sculptor, reader, knitter, and general nerd about town.
Glenda Brungardt, CTSM Diamond, consultant, GBrungardt Events
After 46 years at HP, Brungardt recently retired and is transistioning from full-time to working as a consultant. At HP she spent over 30+ years managing tradeshows/events where she delivered consistent brand, messaging, experiences, and execution of tradeshows/events. She will continue to be a contributor in the events industry - teaching/presenting at various conferences, serving on conference advisory board for EXHIBITORLIVE, the EDPA exhibitor committee, and The Exhibitor Advocate board - advocating for exhibitors!
Kim Burkus, (CTSM candidate), VP, group account director, Jack Morton
Kim joined Jack Morton in 1996, working in a variety of roles in the experiential marketing business, including Project Coordinator, Producer, Account Manager and Director of Project Management. In her current role as VP, Group Account Director she maintains and grows client relationships, making sure that teams are working efficiently and effectively to deliver on our clients' objectives. She has managed hundreds of projects for key accounts, primarily in the healthcare industry.
Corbin Butcher, CTSM, managing director, Beire s.r.o.
Corbin Butcher is a Managing Director at Beire Exhibitions in Prague, Czech Republic. He oversees the company's sales, marketing, and product development, sits on the board, and has lived in Europe for over a decade as an ex-pat. He started his career in the U.S. Marine Corps. Corbin holds a BA in Physics and German from Hamilton College and an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern.
Kelly Franklin Bagnall, Esq., partner, Holland & KnightKelly Franklin Bagnall has represented hotel and resort owners and management companies nationwide in virtually all aspects of operational matters, including litigation, arbitration and attending to risk management and security issues. Kelly is a partner with the law firm of Holland & Knight, LLP, and is a member of the Academy of Hospitality Industry Attorneys, Meeting Professionals International, National Association of Credit Management, and the State Bar of Texas.
Brian Baker, vice president, Highmark TechSystemsBrian Baker has over 25 years of Event industry experience, and is one of its most prominent creative leaders. EDPA's Designer of the Year in 2017, he is very active in mentoring young designers and students. Brian studied design at the world-renowned Center for Creative Studies, and received his bachelor's from Purdue. He has worked with many high-profile brands including Coca-Cola, Intel, Best Buy, Home Depot, FedEx, Anheuser Busch, Michelin, Volvo, & The Atlanta Braves.
Joe Baker, sales manager, Fort Wayne Office, Markey'sPrior to joining Markey's in 2012 as an event technician, Joe freelanced for small personal gatherings to highly attended public events such as concerts, musicals and political conferences. In 2022, he was hired to Sales Manager and now collaborates, manages and executes events coast to coast for some of Markey's largest clients such as Indiana University, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Vera Bradley, Lincoln Financial, and White Lodging.
Corbin Ball, CSP, CMP, DES, CEO, Corbin Ball AssociatesCorbin Ball is an international speaker, consultant and writer helping clients worldwide use technology to save time and improve productivity. Corbin has been named as one of "The 25 Most Influential People in the Meetings Industry" five times by Successful Meetings/MeetingNews magazines and is an inductee into the Event Industry Council's Hall of Leaders, the most prestigious honor in the meetings, conventions, exhibitions and events industry.
Dave Barnard, director of tradeshows, EFW TradeshowDave Barnard is the Director of Tradeshows for EFW Tradeshow. He is a 30+ year veteran of the transportation and logistics industry, with a background in business development, operations, and both domestic and international shipping. Dave has led sales teams and managed numerous facilities throughout the northeast. He is passionate about earning the respect and trust of his customers while motivating and inspiring his team.
Jacqueline Beaulieu, HMCC, director, strategic marketing at Poretta & Orr | Exhibit & EventsJacqueline Beaulieu, HMCC, Poretta & Orr, Director, Strategic Marketing & Client Engagement, Exhibitions and Events Workforce Development Federation, Vice Chair, has over 25 years of healthcare exhibit and event marketing experience. Formerly an executive at HCEA (Healthcare Convention & Exhibitors Association), Jackie now leads strategic marketing and client engagement efforts. As a trainer for MPI's healthcare meeting compliance and member of MPI's Medical Meeting Advisory Board, she's committed to excellence through her involvement and contributions.
Karimey Berbach, Education Marketing Director, Exhibit ConceptsKarimey Berbach, Education Marketing Director, brings a wealth of expertise to the field of face-to-face marketing, having been a vital part of Exhibit Concepts for nearly 8 years in diverse marketing roles. Her journey with ECI is beyond this tenure, as she was a trade show client for 6 years previously. This dual perspective enriches her skills in corporate marketing strategy, branding, and a plethora of lead-generation tactics. As an avid reader and lifelong learner (CTSM candidate!), Karimey's expertise not only reflects her professional journey but also underscores her commitment to ensuring her work leaves a positive and lasting impact in old and new markets.
Martijn Besaris, sales director, The InsideMartijn (Martin) has been at The Inside since 2016. He started as an International Sales Manager and has been Sales Director for 1 year. The Inside is a European based, full service provider for custom, modular, and pop up exhibits. He is a Board Member & IFES Talent Team Chair (International Federation of Exhibition & Event Services). Martin has 3 kids and loves to prepare dinner on his BBQ.
Joost Bijsterveld, director of global customer experiences, PhilipsJoost's mission is to use the power of experiential marketing to connect with customers on an emotional level, and translate high-level business objectives and messages into engaging, memorable experiences that have measurable impact. As Director of Global Customer Experiences for Philips, he has centralized the design and experience strategy for their 4,000+ events and 2 CECs. By creating a unique networked team of experts and storytellers, he's able to efficiently create award-winning experiences at scale.
Paul Billings, vice president/CMO, Per4mance MarketingPaul Billings comes to you with over 17 years in training, coaching and engagement strategy. He is the co-founder and Vice President of Per4mance Marketing LLC which is a global experiential event marketing agency specializing in performance training, coaching and strategic engagement staffing. Paul leads teams focusing on delivering and training highly skilled individuals that execute engaging product demonstration, technical presentations, and audience engagement that are results oriented and focus on achieving better program outcomes.
Anders Boulanger, founder and CEO, EngagifyAnders Boulanger is the founder/CEO of Engagify. For nearly two decades he's been travelling the world with his team of Infotainers creating crowds of interested prospects at trade show booths for his tech clients. After logging thousands of hours of engaging with people at events around the world, he has codified engagement and now trains teams and individuals how to engage their prospects so that they can deepen connection and command attention.
Barbara Bowen, exhibits manager, Southwest Research InstituteBarbara Bowen (she/her) has managed the exhibits program at Southwest Research Institute, headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, for more than 18 years. She attended her first EXHIBITORLIVE in 2006 and has been pursuing the dream of a perfect program on a nonprofit budget ever since. She's also a poet, sculptor, reader, knitter, and general nerd about town.
Glenda Brungardt, CTSM Diamond, consultant, GBrungardt EventsAfter 46 years at HP, Brungardt recently retired and is transistioning from full-time to working as a consultant. At HP she spent over 30+ years managing tradeshows/events where she delivered consistent brand, messaging, experiences, and execution of tradeshows/events. She will continue to be a contributor in the events industry - teaching/presenting at various conferences, serving on conference advisory board for EXHIBITORLIVE, the EDPA exhibitor committee, and The Exhibitor Advocate board - advocating for exhibitors!
Kim Burkus, (CTSM candidate), VP, group account director, Jack MortonKim joined Jack Morton in 1996, working in a variety of roles in the experiential marketing business, including Project Coordinator, Producer, Account Manager and Director of Project Management. In her current role as VP, Group Account Director she maintains and grows client relationships, making sure that teams are working efficiently and effectively to deliver on our clients' objectives. She has managed hundreds of projects for key accounts, primarily in the healthcare industry.
Corbin Butcher, CTSM, managing director, Beire s.r.o.Corbin Butcher is a Managing Director at Beire Exhibitions in Prague, Czech Republic. He oversees the company's sales, marketing, and product development, sits on the board, and has lived in Europe for over a decade as an ex-pat. He started his career in the U.S. Marine Corps. Corbin holds a BA in Physics and German from Hamilton College and an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern.
