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The Pros and Cons of Selecting a Niche Marketing Agency

The Pros and Cons of Selecting a Niche Marketing Agency

by Mike Friedland | Industry Knowledge

Maybe you’re deciding internally who should define your next exhibit strategy. Maybe you’re managing a mandated RFP process. Either way, selecting an agency isn’t for the faint of heart, especially in sectors like healthcare or, for that matter, any specialized...
Account Management Processes During and After the Sales Process

Account Management Processes During and After the Sales Process

by Arielle Langlais, CTSM | Industry Knowledge

Make no mistake: when a new exhibit is in the works or, when you decide to trust your exhibit program to an exhibit agency that inspires your confidence, absolutely nothing is quite as important as the account management processes. Your account management team is the...
Importance of Client Agency Relationship: So Your Agency has Multiple Clients at the Same Show?

Importance of Client Agency Relationship: So Your Agency has Multiple Clients at the Same Show?

by Maddie Ogren, CTSM | Industry Knowledge

The client-agency relationship revolves around trust and the belief that each party wants what’s right for the other. Although the marriage metaphor has been used way too often to describe this bonding, nevertheless every client wants to feel special. The nagging...
Small Trade Show Exhibits Invite Creative Bravery

Small Trade Show Exhibits Invite Creative Bravery

by Sarah Hurley, CTSM | Industry Knowledge

Assuming you’re doing the right thing for the right reason, how can you make your small exhibit compelling? The best way to promote your presence is by developing a theme, one that your audience can wrap their minds around. Even better, choose a theme that...
Strategy, Goals, Tactics and Marketing Objectives: Four Marketing Terms that Need Some Love

Strategy, Goals, Tactics and Marketing Objectives: Four Marketing Terms that Need Some Love

by Maddie Ogren, CTSM | Industry Knowledge

Editor’s Note: This post was originally published in September 2016 and has been updated for relevance and accuracy. Remember your rookie days when people used terms like “marketing objectives and goals” and “strategy and tactics?” You...
Time to Select an Experiential Marketing Agency? Here Are 10 Tips That Will Help the Process

Time to Select an Experiential Marketing Agency? Here Are 10 Tips That Will Help the Process

by Stephen Ross | Industry Knowledge

Editor’s Note: This post was originally published in July 2016 and has been updated for relevance and accuracy. Selecting an experiential marketing agency requires all hands on deck. The wrong partner can be a disaster—creatively, financially, and...
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Jon Ellms

Executive Vice President, Client Development

Jon leads business development in healthcare, working with companies anywhere on the healthcare marketing continuum –from companies with a single product in clinical trials to global industry giants. Jon questions the status quo, understands challenges before suggesting solutions, and produces results characterized by strategic and tactical excellence.

Mike Yag

Chairman, CEO

Merging his interest in architecture and design with his marketing acumen, Mike launched Access in 1985. The company had a regional focus initially but evolved into a global force in the exhibit and events industries. Mike is CEO and Chairman of the Access Board and sits on the boards of M² OnStage, Nuvista, and New Jobs for Massachusetts.

Amy Sondrup

President

Amy ensures that the Access leadership team consistently implements her vision. She represents Access in the industry and takes an active role with key accounts, believing that client and employee retention is the backbone of Access’ success. Amy is President Emeritus of the Experiential Designers & Producers Association (EDPA), and as one of Exhibit City News’ “40 under 40,” she is a strong advocate for a progressive evolution of face-to-face marketing.

Scott Williams

CPA, Senior Vice President, Finance and Sales Operations

With the vision and experience to foster Access’ continued growth and profitability, Scott leverages his expertise rooted in years of understanding client needs and expectations. He uses foundational financial understanding to ensure that decisions benefit both Access and
our clients.