Group Delphi has announced the addition of a new director of business development. In addition to strengthening the power of its sales team, Group Delphi is also expanding its reach to include the Southern California market.

Steve Riches will be building on the many relationships he has developed over the past 20 years in the exhibit industry. His clients come from a wide spectrum of industries including market leaders in healthcare, technology and media. He has also been involved with various industry associations including HCEA, EDPA, IFES and OSPI.

Born and raised in England, Steve holds dual citizenship in the U.S. and the Europe. He is trilingual and fluent in English, French and Spanish. A graduate of Pepperdine University’s Graziadio School of Business and Management, he resides in Laguna Beach, Calif., with his wife and two daughters.

“This year is a period of unprecedented growth for Group Delphi both in terms of our capabilities and our sales power,” said Kyle Wood, senior vice president, sales and principal at Group Delphi. “Steve has the track record and the energy to represent us in Southern California, and we’re happy to have him on board.”