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Anthony Lopez

General Manager

Oak View Group – Kay Bailey Hutchison

Anthony Lopez has been the General Manager of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center – Dallas since May 2019. He spent the prior thirteen years as Assistant General Manager of McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois and nine years at the Minneapolis Convention Center, six as Executive Director/Assistant City Coordinator. During his tenure at McCormick Place, he was heavily involved in all phases of the Labor Reform of 2010 including crafting policy for substantial changes in the utility and food services agreements and facility operational procedures to reflect requirements of the legislation. During his tenure in Minneapolis, he led the Minneapolis Convention Center through a 700,000 square foot expansion which opened in 2002. Prior to the Minneapolis Convention Center, he held positions with the Iowa State Center in Ames, IA, Pershing Auditorium in Lincoln, NE, and Target Center in Minneapolis, MN. Anthony attended college at Iowa State University.

The Partnership Playbook: Cross‑Industry Insights for Stronger Show Floor Collaboration

Wednesday, February 25, 10:30 AM – 11:10 AM
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This session brings together leaders from a venue, an organizer, and a contractor to break down the partnership dynamics that shape every event. Designed for rising professionals stepping into leadership roles, the conversation goes beyond assumptions to reveal what each group truly values—and why.

 

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Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how decisions get made, what partners prioritize, and how to build relationships that support long-term success.