submitted by Jean Koscielny, Sho-Link
Lake Forest, IL – Sho-Link Incorporated, a premier installation and dismantle service company, is delighted to announce the appointment of Kirk Brien as Corporate Vice President, effective November 2024. With an impressive track record of over 25 years in the events industry, including a distinguished decades-long tenure at EEI Global, Brien brings a wealth of experience to the Sho-Link leadership team.
As Sho-Link continues to advance its mission of delivering excellence to the Sho-Link membership, Brien’s extensive expertise will be instrumental in driving growth and enhancing operational efficiency. His appointment marks a significant step forward in Sho-Link’s commitment to providing top-tier service and maintaining its position as a leader in the field.
“We are thrilled to welcome Kirk Brien to the Sho-Link family,” said Colleen Johnson, President of Sho-Link. “His deep industry knowledge, proven leadership, and forward-thinking approach align perfectly with our goals and values. We are confident that Kirk will play a pivotal role in our continued success and development.”
Kirk Brien’s career is characterized by his transformative leadership and his ability to foster collaboration and drive impactful results. During his previous roles, he has consistently demonstrated an exceptional capacity for executing strategic initiatives and achieving outstanding outcomes.
Brett Haney, Chief Executive Officer of Derse and Sho-Link’s Chairman of the Board, expressed his enthusiasm for Kirk’s appointment, stating, “Kirk Brien brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success to Sho-Link. His leadership will undoubtedly drive Sho-Link’s operational excellence to new heights. We are thrilled to have him on board.”
“I am honored to join Sho-Link at such an exciting time,” said Kirk Brien. “The company’s dedication to excellence and its dynamic approach to the event industry are truly inspiring. I look forward to working with the talented team at Sho-Link and contributing to the company’s continued success.”
Sho-Link is renowned for its commitment to providing top-tier services and quality solutions in the event industry. With Kirk Brien’s addition to the leadership team, the company is poised to further its mission and achieve new milestones in the coming years.
Established as a cooperative in 1993 by an elite group of national exhibit houses, Sho-Link is a nationwide high quality I&D supplier with competent and experienced labor providing consistent service and know-how. Our focus is on managing the unexpected as a true partner in the many diversified fields of installation and dismantle that include tradeshows, general services contracting, museums, corporate environments, private events, and retail installations. For more information about Sho-Link, visit www.sho-link.com
