Marketplace Events

We’re excited to officially welcome Hilary Forman as Operations Manager for our Northwest Team! With a background as Sales and Operations Manager at Pacific Topsoils - a longtime sponsor of the Northwest Flower & Garden Festival 🌸- Hilary has been a familiar face in our community for the past 10 years. We've always known she’d be a perfect fit for our company and now we're thrilled to have her onboard. Oh, and did we mention? She can drive a forklift! How cool is that?! Hilary is married with 2 teenage kids 16 & 18 years old. She enjoys gardening 🌿, camping in the summer ⛺, and cooking for her family 🍳. Join us in welcoming Hilary to Marketplace Events! 🎊

🌟 Welcome to the Team, Julie! 🌟 Marketplace Events is thrilled to announce that Julie Ridge has joined MPE as an Exhibit Sales Consultant for the Richmond and Nashville Shows. Julie boasts a wide range of experience in sales, teaching, fundraising and events making her a fantastic addition to our team. Outside of work, Julie has a green thumb as a Master Gardener 🌱 and is also an Airbnb Superhost 🏡. Please join us in giving Julie a warm welcome to MPE 🎉

🚨 New Hire Alert! 🚨 Join us in welcoming Hannah Bergey as the new Show Coordinator for all three Pennsylvania Shows! Hannah brings a strong background in customer service, social media and organization from her time as a multi-store manager at Free People. She also has valuable event planning experience having coordinated community and in-store events. When she’s not working, you’ll find Hannah exploring the great outdoors with her partner Michael. Whether it’s hiking, skiing, camping, or traveling they split their time between the beach and the mountains. We’re thrilled to have Hannah onboard—please help us give her a warm MPE welcome! 👏🎉

We are excited to announce that Kathy Estes is joining our team as an Exhibit Sales Consultant for the Omaha, Kansas City, and Des Moines Holiday Boutique Shows! Kathy brings over 25 years of experience in the hospitality, events, and travel industries. Kathy's impressive background includes roles as a corporate travel manager, meeting and convention planner, hotel sales director, and travel agency owner. Outside of work, Kathy is a volunteer with local animal and civic organizations, and she enjoys dog grooming, gardening, and exploring new destinations through travel. Join us in giving Kathy a big warm welcome as she brings her expertise and passion for creating exceptional experiences to our Holiday Boutique Shows!

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Join us in celebrating the return of Margaret Mulcahy to Marketplace Events! Before the pandemic, Margaret made her mark in the Austin, Texas market and we’re thrilled to have her back as an Exhibit Sales Consultant. Since her time away, Margaret has gained valuable experience in tech and commercial real estate but always felt the pull back to the exciting world of events. When she’s not at work, you can find Margaret enjoying a game of pickleball or cycling her way through new adventures. 🚴🎾 Welcome back, Margaret – we’re so thrilled to work with you again! 🎉

Exciting news! Please join us in giving a warm welcome back to Hannah Gilbert-Egli, who is returning to the MPE family! Hannah worked with Marketplace Events in the KC and San Antonio markets a few years prior to the pandemic, and we’re thrilled she couldn’t resist coming back to the show business. She will be rejoining us as a Show Coordinator for our Salt Lake City and Houston events. A few fun facts about Hannah: if you ever strike up a conversation, be prepared to go deep if the topics are cooking shows, outer space, or the WNBA. And here's a mind-blowing fact—Hannah has seen Lady Gaga live 11 times and counting! 🎤✨Welcome back, Hannah. We’re so excited to have you on the team again!

We're excited to introduce our newest team member, Ann Schneider, who will be joining as an Exhibit Sales Consultant for the Kansas City Home Shows and Des Moines Home + Garden Show! With over 20 years of experience in Business Development and a track record of managing corporate key accounts, Ann brings a wealth of expertise to our team. She has managed a vast network of national, global, commercial, and vendor accounts. Outside of work, Ann loves cheering on her son at the baseball field, taking her dogs to the park, and visiting her parents’ farm. We are thrilled she has chosen to be part of the MPE family. Please join us in giving her a warm welcome!

Say hello to Heather Cappelli! Heather joins our San Antonio Team as an Exhibit Sales Consultant. With a strong background in sales, hospitality, and event management, she has a knack for creating unforgettable experiences. When Heather's not at work, you can find her enjoying some indoor rock climbing, practicing yoga, or cooking up a storm in the kitchen. She also loves spending time outdoors with her adventurous 5-year-old daughter, Charlotte. For Heather, life is all about enjoying the journey and finding the perfect balance. We're excited to have Heather on board and can't wait to see her bring her talents to the team! 

Please join us in welcoming Michelle Creamer to the Denver Home and Holiday Show Teams! Michelle, based in Denver, joins us as an Exhibit Sales Consultant, bringing with her many years of sales experience, particularly in the real estate industry. Earlier in her career, she worked as a promoter for several music production companies, fueling her love for live music. She’s traveled internationally to see her favorite bands perform! When she’s not at a concert, Michelle enjoys spending quality time with her seven-year-old son, exploring the outdoors through boating, hiking, and winter tubing. Welcome, Michelle! We're thrilled to have you on the team!