Officials for Global Experience Specialists (GES), a provider of exhibition, event and entertainment experiences, announce the addition of two account executives with decades of experience.
John Larson joins GES as an account executive bringing extensive experience in exhibit sales and events. Prior to joining GES, Larson gained valuable experience with Creatacor, Inc., in Albany, N.Y., for 10 years as business development manager. Before that position, he was a national account executive for Exhibit Dynamics in Cleveland and worked for Exhibitgroup/Giltspur as a major account representative in Rochester, N.Y.
Larson received his bachelor’s degree in economics from the State University of New York College at Fredonia. He is based in GES’ Teterboro, N.J., client-care center.
Jividen joins GES as an account executive selling custom exhibits, rental exhibits and 
corporate events. Prior to joining GES, she was director of gaming sales at IBAHN in Las Vegas. She also worked on the manufacturer side of the gaming industry for nearly 10 years as a senior sales executive selling slot machines for Spielo International, Bally Gaming and Konami Gaming. Jividen earned a master’s degree in business administration from Western New Mexico University and is a certified tradeshow marketer. She is based in GES’ Las Vegas client care center.
GES is a marketing agency that produces exhibitions, events, exhibits and retail environments. GES provides a wide range of services, including turn-key official show services, creative and design, and marketing and measurement services. GES partners with leading shows and brands, including Spring Fair Birmingham, International Woodworking Fair, CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE, Bell Helicopter, Genzyme, L’Oreal, Warner Bros. and the Simon Property Group.
