Strategic Hires and Key Promotions to Support Regional Growth
submitted by Patrick FitzPatrick, CorpEvents, NE
BOSTON, MA — Corporate Events New England (CorpEvents NE), a leading full-service event production and labor solutions provider, is proud to announce several strategic leadership additions and internal promotions that strengthen its commitment to delivering exceptional service across New England. These changes come at a pivotal moment for the industry, as traditional labor sources face strain and demand for experienced, regional providers continues to rise.
Strengthening Leadership with Proven Experience
Patrick FitzPatrick, who joined CorpEvents NE in 2023 has been promoted to Managing Director. A veteran executive with over four decades of experience, FitzPatrick’s career spans roles as an analyst, consultant, manager, and executive across organizations including Key3Media (producer of Comdex and NetWorld+Interop), SER Exposition Services, and OpSec Security. Most recently, FitzPatrick served as General Manager at CorpEvents NE Boston. With an MBA from UCLA’s Anderson School and a BS from UMass Boston, FitzPatrick is also a proud U.S. Army veteran. His blend of operational expertise, technology insight, and industry knowledge positions him to guide CorpEvents NE through its next phase of growth.
Paul Meyer has been appointed Boston City Manager. Before joining CorpEvents NE, Meyer worked in show management for some of the most prominent events across North America, including programs for Microsoft, Intel, Oracle, and high-value conferences throughout the U.S. and Europe. His event resume includes Super Bowls, NBA All-Star Games, the Olympics, both RNC and DNC conventions, and his personal favorite—the grand opening ceremony of the WWII Memorial in Washington, DC, which hosted over 500,000 attendees. Meyer’s leadership will help the company continue to deliver large-scale, high-stakes events with precision.
Celebrating Internal Growth
CorpEvents NE is equally proud to recognize internal team members whose promotions reflect both performance and long-term dedication to the company:
Patrick Harrington has been promoted from Senior Site Supervisor to Assistant City Manager. His steady presence and operational know-how have been key to supporting show floor logistics and ensuring seamless execution across numerous venues.
Wally Henneberry, previously Program Manager, has been promoted to Senior Resource Manager. With seven years of tradeshow experience spanning the shop floor, national travel with client booths, and hands-on logistics, Wally brings a rare mix of practical knowledge and client focus to this new leadership role.
Nicole DeQuattro has stepped into the role of National Sales Director. With over 15 years of experience and a robust background in general contracting and custom exhibits, DeQuattro’s skills span event planning, budgeting, logistics, operations, and business process improvement. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Sports/Entertainment/Event Management and an MBA from Johnson & Wales University.
Keli Johnson has been promoted to Senior Program Manager. With over 16 years in the event industry and more than two decades in customer service and management, Keli brings deep insight into what makes events successful and how to lead client-focused teams effectively.
Honoring Industry Legacy
CorpEvents NE also recognizes the continued contributions of Chuck Dwyer, Senior Site Supervisor, who has been a cornerstone of the New England tradeshow industry for over 40 years. Beginning his career as a Teamster in Connecticut and later becoming VP of Operations at SER Exposition Services, Chuck’s unparalleled floor experience, operational wisdom, and mentorship continue to shape the next generation of tradeshow professionals.
About Corporate Events New England
Corporate Events New England has been serving the region for over 35 years, offering a comprehensive suite of services for the event and trade show industry. From general service contracting (GSC), custom exhibit design and build, to I&D labor and transportation logistics, CorpEvents NE supports clients from concept to execution with unmatched regional knowledge, veteran experience, and a commitment to excellence.
