An 18-year veteran of the convention and tradeshow management industry has been appointed as group vice president of exhibits at J. Spargo & Associates Inc.
Ray Luca recently served as vice president at NaylorCMG, where he was instrumental in the company’s growth including the integration of CMG and Naylor after being acquired in 2007. During his career, Luca served as the lead account executive and show manager for many premiere trade association events, including several Top 200 tradeshows. His clients included the American Meat Institute, International Dairy Foods Association and Food Marketing Institute.
“Luca’s vast experience and expertise in the areas of event marketing and management will facilitate the planned expansion of our exposition sales and management division,” said Susan Bracken, president and COO of J. Spargo & Associates Inc.
“I am very excited to be joining the J. Spargo team,” said Luca. “This company has enjoyed great success over the years and I’m eager to help them continue on that path. I am impressed with their approach and only see opportunity as they continue to add clients and grow.”
