John Zipay
Exceptionally Vibrant Natural Leader with Proven Experience in Trade Shows and Events
Senior Account Executive at On Location Inc.
About
As a Senior Account Executive at On Location, I leverage my 20+ years of experience in the trade show and event industry to deliver exceptional solutions and services to my clients. I am passionate about creating memorable and impactful experiences that help my clients achieve their marketing and business goals.
My core competencies include new business development, marketing communications, and social networking. I have a proven track record of generating leads, closing deals, and building long-term relationships with clients across various industries and markets. I also have extensive knowledge and skills in event planning, implementation, and measurement, as well as asset management and custom modular exhibit systems. I am always eager to learn new trends and technologies in the event industry and to share my insights and best practices with my team and clients.
Experience
Senior Account Executive
On Location Inc.
Oct 2021 — Present · 4 yrs 11 mos · Mt. Laurel, New Jersey
Client Support Services Manager
Genesis Exhibits
Aug 2021 — Oct 2021 · 3 mos · New York, New York
Vice President of Services
Holt Environments (Skyline-Holt Exhibits + Events)
Dec 2017 — May 2021 · 3 yrs 6 mos · Greensboro, North Carolina
Led a Service Team of 20+ employees (traveling technicians and warehouse staff). Responsibilities included strategic consultation, event planning/implementation/measurement, asset management via the Exhibit Management Program (EMP), custom modular and portable/lightweight exhibit systems, rental program management (AV, furniture, exhibits, interactive kiosks), show services and coordination, and banner stand/tabletop/briefcase displays.
General Manager
Exhibits Northwest, Inc.
Feb 2015 — Dec 2017 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area
Handled day-to-day operations of both the Portland and Seattle offices, growing brand presence in both markets by creating exhibit solutions catered to each client's individual needs.
General Manager
Trade Show Supply
Oct 2014 — Jan 2015 · 4 mos · Orlando, Florida
Owned all aspects of trade show installations and dismantles. Responsible for P&L, vendor and client relationships, hiring/training, client resolution issues, insurance, legal, marketing, sales, production, and coordination with carpenters', teamsters', and painters' unions.
Vice President of Operations
Trade Show Supply
Mar 2012 — Sep 2014 · 2 yrs 7 mos · Orlando / Tampa / Miami / New Orleans / Atlanta
Responsible for installation/dismantle services, exhibit sales, rentals, and graphic sales across five markets. Managed departmental managers including Project Management, Production, Warehouse, and Facilities Managers, plus city managers in New Orleans and Atlanta.
Production Services Manager / Director of Field Services
Trade Show Supply
Dec 2009 — Dec 2011 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Greater Orlando
Oversaw warehouse and in-house production, managed the Exhibit Management Program (quoting, scheduling, client comms), trained personnel, and handled facility management and problem resolution.
Sales Executive / Account Manager
Trade Show Supply
Oct 2007 — Dec 2009 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Orlando, Florida
Managed and grew new and existing client accounts via phone, in-person meetings, and referrals. Attracted new sales of exhibit/graphic products, I&D services, and rentals.
Loan Consultant
Countrywide Home Loans
Jan 2006 — Oct 2007 · 1 yr 10 mos · Miami Lakes, Florida
Licensed mortgage broker originating home purchase/refinance loans; worked condo-conversions in South and Central Florida.
Installation & Dismantle Tech / Service Coordinator
Trade Show Supply
Sep 2003 — Oct 2007 · 4 yrs 2 mos · Orlando, Florida
Installed trade show exhibits nationwide, read CAD drawings, coordinated with aerial rigging/AV/flooring/freight vendors and unions. Also handled warehouse inbound/outbound shipping and inventory.
Production Manager
Weyerhaeuser
Feb 2000 — Oct 2003 · 3 yrs 9 mos · Charlotte, North Carolina
Promoted from Inventory Specialist to manager, building a new department from scratch. Supervised forklift drivers, production line leaders, QC, and logistics personnel for a point-of-purchase display packaging division.