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Randy Pekowski

President & CEO

The Expo Group

With over 25+ years of experience in trade shows and events and as President since 2006, Randy Pekowski has led The Expo Group in realizing double-digit organic and acquisition annual compounded growth. Randy has been heavily involved in both strategic planning and operational execution throughout his career. His insight and leadership in process and technology innovation led him to become an inventor-of-record for The Expo Group’s Automated Convention Processing System and Method (U.S. Pats. 6,557,007 and 6,721,763), that enables the company to deliver its renowned Single Source Solution® service delivery model.

Since that time his servant leadership succeeded into the role of CEO & President in 2024 and continues to challenge of the status quo of the competitive landscape through corporate transformation, organizational culture, and financial performance building an industry recognized operation. Randy enjoys sharing his experience as an active board member in executive board roles in YPO and ESCA; and industry engagement. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Management from Texas A&M University and post-graduate studies in Owner President Management from Harvard Business School.

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.