Edward King, President of Vista Convention Services, started working for United Exposition Services in 1969 as Operations Manager. Employed by United Expo until August 1993, at which time United Expo was sold to GES. In September 1993, he and a group of investors formed Vista Convention Services, Inc.

Kevin J. King has served as Vice President of Sales & Marketing of the company since 2001. Kevin is responsible for numerous national accounts along with the development of new business. From 1993-2000, Kevin served as Director of Sales.

Darlene Yard has 35 years experience in the trade show business starting in 1972 with United Exposition Services. She was one of the founders of Vista Convention Services in 1993 and is presently Vista's Office Manager.

Theresa Barretta started in 1994 with Vista Convention Services as Sales Coordinator. In 1999, Theresa was promoted to Sales Assistant. She is responsible for preparing & updating all sales materials.

Howard was the consumate professional having served in the Convention Industry for almost 60 years. Vista Convention Services had the privilege of working with Howard for the past 12 years.

"Howard, you will be truly missed and never forgotten" Rest in Peace!

Howard Persina joined Vista Convention Services in 1994 as Director of Customer Relations. Prior to becoming Director of Customer Relations, he was General Manager of the Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall starting in 1974. From 1956-1974, Howard served as Operations Director of the New York Coliseum.

Anthony Montanaro has been named Account Executive/Sales. He previously worked for the Golden Inn & Quality Hotel Bayside Resort as Director of Sales. Anthony has been in the Hospitality business for the past 13 years

Vista Convention Services is pleased to announce the hiring of Brian Schoeffel to our team.

Brian joins Vista with an extensive resume in the Convention and Trade Show Industry. He began his career in 1981 at Resorts International as Convention Service Manager and was promoted to Sales Manager in 1985.

In 1989, he was hired by Bally's Park Place as Convention Sales Manager with a primary focus on the State and Regional Association Markets. Brian was then recruited by Atlantic Expo and was hired as National Sales Director in 1994 and served in that position for 13 years.

Tina D'Antonio has been named Account Executive/Sales. She previously worked for the Seaview Marriott Resort & Spa as their Sales Manager from 2001 to 2003 & the Fairfield Inn as General Manager from 2003 to 2006.

Mike Hill brings over 25 years of Trade Show Sales and Operations experience to Vista. He has been involved in the planning and production of some of the largest Trade Shows in the US.

Ray Nelson started in the trade show business in 1969 as a decorator in the Decorators Local #1447 Union. In 1985, he became a business agent for the Union. Ray was one of the founders of Vista Convention Services in 1993 and currently is Vista's Production Supervisor.

Billy Connolly started with united Exposition in 1985 in Philadelphia as an Operations Supervisor. He is also an original member and partial owner of Vista Convention Services, serving as Operations Manager since Vista's inception in 1993.

Bob Ardente has served as a lead Production Supervisor and Liaison to Show Management Groups. Bob is also responsible for the custom building and construction of MIS/AGAM displays. Bob joined Vista Convention Services in 1995.

Derek Paterno started with Vista Convention Services in 1996 as our Freight Manager. Derek also produces trade shows in Atlantic City, Philadelphia and national market cities.

EJ King started with Vista Convention Services in 1993, working in Teamsters Local 331 Union. He was promoted to Manager of Vista's Rug Warehouse and also is responsible for producing some of our largest trade shows

Michael J. Dougherty started in the Trade Show industry in 1988 doing various shows with United Exposition Services. He has been with Vista Convention Services since its inception in 1993, serving as the Comptroller for the company.

David Venezia started with Vista Convention Services in June 2002 working in our Accounting Department. David also works as Operations Supervisor on some of our larger Trade Shows.

Jim McNally has served as General Manager for our Vista Convention Services South's office since 1996. Jim is a 30 year veteran of the Trade Show Industry, previously working for Mancraft Exposition Services and GES Exposition Services.

Amilda (Millie) Rosario started with United Exposition Services as a Data Entry Operator and went on in September of 1996 to work for Vista Convention Services South as a Customer Service Rep. Promoted to Office Manager in November of 2003.

May 1997 - present Show management Convention Services, Ft. Lauderdale. National Account Representative. Responsible for managing sales on all levels and increasing profitability.

August 1996 - May 1997 Team One Exhibitor Services Inc., Jupiter, Florida. General Manager. Created and managed an in- house General Contracting company for the Coverings Show.

Prior experience with Sho-Aids Convention Contractors, GES, GELCO, and Freeman Decorating.

Association Memberships: IAEM and ESCA Bachelor of Science from Louisiana State University

Vivian Garcia has prior experience in Customer Service for Ryder Truck Rental and with The Miami Herald. Employed with Vista South since October 19, 1999, has worked in all aspects of operations including cleaning, graphics department, carpeting, drape room, material handling/shipping and receiving. Promoted to Customer Service and became an Assistant to the Director of Sales. Currently working as an Account Executive.

Billy Grimm started in the business in 1969. He was Supervisor in 1971 at Greyhound Exposition Services. He moved to Atlanta, Ga. in 1979 for Greyhound as Freight Manager. In 1980 & 1981, he became Operations Manager for United Exposition Services in Dallas & Houston. Billy started with Vista Convention Services South in 1996 as our Operations Manager.

Jorge Hernandez started with Vista Convention Services South in 2000 as Production Supervisor. He started in the convention business in 1993 with Gelco Convention Services. Jorge is experienced in Sign Shop production and mis/agam displays & floor set-up. He is responsible for setting & dismantling of trade shows in Dade/Broward/Palm beaches & West Coast of Florida.