The Fern family is excited for two of our own, Aaron Bludworth and Michael Cox. Both have been recognized by IAEE for their contributions to the industry and to the communities we serve. At Fern our Core Values are not just words, but a true part of our organization. While Aaron and Michael practice all of our values […]
Fern Welcomes Corexpo
Sales — Mike Marigold mmarigold@fernexpo.com651.248.3063 Exhibitor Services — Jessica Mulheron jmulheron@fernexpo.com763.458.7212 Operations – Bret Bubany bbubany@fernexpo.com763.458.1313 Other (National) Inquiries — FernExhibitor Services: 800.774.1251 Sales: 888.621.3376 Email: info@fernexpo.com Website: www.fernexpo.com
Fern Welcomes Brad Smith
Fern Welcomes Brad Smith (Nashville, TN, August 26, 2019) – Fern, a leading provider of exhibition, event and marketing support services, has announced that Brad Smith has joined the company as a National Sales Manager. Smith will be based in Nashville, TN. With him, Brad brings an extensive background in exhibition sales and marketing. Prior […]
The Rolling Stones, Bourbon, and Experiences…
Recently, a few things happened that caused me to reflect about the work we do at Fern, our industry and the value of live, face to face events and how they were meant to be experienced. The common thread that resonated for me was that live events are meant to be fully experienced in a […]
Civility- Where has it gone?
A few weeks ago, something happened that made me start to consider the concept of civility. I honestly don’t recall what triggered the thought in my mind, but it could have been any number of things. One thing did become apparent to me. Civility is a virtue that protects tolerance. Tolerance not only allows us […]
5 Ways Meeting Professionals Get Attention with Words
This month’s guest post is from Neen James, whose practical strategies on increasing focus and paying attention, has helped both organizations and individuals alike. Meeting professionals understand everything begins with attention. Attention is all about connection. Words connect us, and when the right words are used, connections are deepened. In the busy lives of our attendees, […]
Opening Day: Baseball, Business and the Events World
Last week began the start of my favorite time of the year; baseball season. The time when 30 teams and 750 men begin a journey with the single goal of reaching ‘The Fall Classic’ and becoming the World Series Champions. These teams will also carry the hopes and dreams of millions of their fans who […]
Fern Grows With the Acquisition of Triumph and DWA
Cincinnati, OH — April 1, 2019 — Fern today announced that it has acquired Seattle-based Triumph Expo & Events and Portland-based DWA Trade Show & Exposition Services. Fern is one of the nation’s leading providers of exposition and event production services whose core focus, on service and innovation, has not wavered in its 110 plus years of doing business. The additions of […]
Fern Releases OneView: the First Team-Based Exhibitor Platform
FERN RELEASES ONEVIEW The industry’s first team-based exhibitor platform Since the beginning of time, people have been “getting ready” for things. From a Friday night date, to hosting your crazy aunt Muriel while her house gets fumigated, “getting ready” is something we’re familiar with. When it comes to exhibiting at a trade show, getting ready […]
Fern Welcomes Jim Kelley
Fern welcomes Jim Kelley (Alexandria, VA, February 15, 2019) – Jim Kelley has joined Fern as Vice President, Marketing & Industry Relations. Kelley comes to Fern from Production Resource Group (PRG). His career prior to that spanned the industry, including roles with exposition service contractors, convention centers and hotels. “I am personally thrilled to have Jim […]
