Momentum Management Adds Special Operations Manager

Momentum Management, a nationwide labor services company, recently appointed Sean Hickman as special operations manager.  Mr. Hickman will work with John Knoska, VP of Field Operations to further bolster support for larger shows and projects across the country further enhancing Momentum Management’s commitment in managing its valuable partnerships.  

“We’re excited about the continued growth we’re experiencing across the country.  Sean’s addition to our team allows us to continue to focus on the right resources at the right time on the right projects. ” says General Manager Rick Bellerjeau.

Hickman brings more than 16 years of experience in the trade show industry.  He has held a variety of positions including vice president of operations at Lancaster Management and most recently regional manager at Upland Management Services.  

Hickman says, “I have partnered alongside Momentum Management for many years and have watched them grow tremendously the entire time I’ve been in this industry.  I can’t express how excited I am to join this team.  With my experience in the business I can say that Momentum Management is by far the best in all aspects of our industry that I have ever experienced.  For example, when you strive for excellence for your customers, employees, and all others involved; I can say with the way this company operates, it’s what everyone deserves and expects. Momentum’s core values go so far above and beyond from start to finish. The systems that have been implemented along with the staff are just so prestige. All the right people in all the right places. Being a part of Momentum is the highlight of my career in the trade show industry and so look forward to prospering with the BEST out there. I have never seen so much experience in one group of people. I am truly honored and blessed to have this opportunity to work with this great team!" 

20th Anniversaries trigger growth for tradeshow firms

20th Anniversaries trigger growth for tradeshow firms

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Written by Staff Report - Exhibit City News

Tuesday, March 05 2013 10:55

After 20 years in the tradeshow industry, two companies have come through the recession with reason to celebrate as they expand their operations in 2013. Momentum Management was founded with the vision of creating a nationally recognized labor management company. Momentum Management, a nationwide labor company that providers installation and dismantle services for tradeshows and other venues across the U.S. and Canada, has doubled the size of its corporate headquarters in Alpharetta, Ga., after moving into its new facility. “Momentum Management’s unique approach to partnerships is what has set us apart from the rest and has driven us to where we are today,” said Randy Bott, president of Momentum Management. “This move is a new milestone for our history and could not come at a more appropriate time as we finish celebrating our 20th year in serving the labor needs of the industry.” The new location will house the company’s  corporate staff. Over the last year, Momentum has added several employees to its growing staff including a vice president of field operations, two city managers, two account service representatives and one account manager.  Momentum Management was founded in 1991 by Randy Bott and a small group who shared a common vision of creating a nationally recognized labor management company. Exhibit Systems also celebrated the 20-year milestone with a move into  a larger location. The company, which offers one-stop service for tradeshows and events, relocated in late January to an expanded office and production facility in Brookfield, Wis. Exhibit Systems specializes in building exhibits and displays for tradeshows, interiors and other events. The move positions Exhibit Systems for continued growth and market outreach in the tradeshow, display and exhibit industry. The 46,000-square-foot building, at 12600 W. Burleigh Road, more than doubles the production area and showroom space of Exhibit Systems’ Menomonee Falls, Wis., location, where it has operated since 2006. “We are thrilled to be moving into our new home, knowing the potential it presents for both our company and our customers,” said Dave Jentz, vice president of Exhibit Systems. “We outgrew our existing space some time ago. This new facility will allow for expanded design and development of new, more creative ways of serving our customers’ tradeshow and exhibit needs.” Exhibit Systems, which celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2012, specializes in building exhibits and displays for tradeshows, interiors and other events. The company designs and fabricates custom, modular, and portable exhibits that promote face-to-face marketing. Its services also include rental exhibits, storage, transportation and on-site installation and dismantling of exhibits. “The move to our new Brookfield location culminates a long process of planning and preparation,” Jentz said. “Exhibit Systems will be well-positioned, both physically and strategically, for future growth and opportunities.”

New Trade Show Calendar from Momentum Management

Introducing our mobile-friendly trade show calendar

Momentum Management is excited to offer you another version of our trade show calendar!  Our new mobile-friendly calendar will permanently be a part of our web site soon, but we wanted to let you have a sneak peak!  Search through any upcoming shows by "Show Name" or "Industry" right on your mobile phone.  Go here to see the mobile-friendly calendar.  **BE SURE TO CLICK "RESET" TO SEARCH ALL INDUSTRIES**

Go here to see the trade show calendar sorted by city

If you prefer something similar to our previous version of the calendar, go here here to check it out! 

Coming March 2013!

Completely revamped trade show calendar

Next month, we will be releasing our revamped trade show calendar to you.  With this new tool, you will be able to access the most up-to-date information any time you wish just by going to our web site.  We will also push this information to you on a monthly basis through your email.  We are excited to share this new tool with you in only a few short weeks!

Momentum Management Awards Outstanding Employees

Momentum Management held its annual winter meeting in December and recognized many of its outstanding employees.

Matt Cornell, Momentum Management's city manager in southern California, was named City Manager of the Year.  This award goes to the manager who has displayed our company goal of creating an experience for our customers found nowhere else.  "This year's award was very difficult to decide because of the outstanding job all of our city manager's are doing," says Randy Bott, president of Momentum Management. "In 2012, Matt continued to mold southern California into a new shining star. He and his team are not only highly skilled, but always come to the show floor with a great attitude. I am personally proud of his hard work and am grateful for his leadership within this company."

Rich Carlson, who won the City Manager of the Year award in 2011, was awarded the 2012 Randy Bott Award.  This award goes to a manager who has displayed mental toughness and leadership in their city that must be recognized.  "Rich has built an incredible team in Las Vegas and continues to demonstrate outstanding leadership that produces customer satisfaction unsurpassed," says Rick Bellerjeau, general manager of Momentum Management.

Other employees who received awards were Glen Ruggiero who was named Sales Person of the Year and Patti Wilder who received the Redefining Sales Award.  Kevin Peters and Glen Ruggiero were also recognized for 10 years of service with Momentum Management.

Left to Right: Randy Bott, Patti Wilder, Kevin Peters, Rich Carlson, Matt Cornell and Glen Ruggiero.