
Scott
Bennett
Executive Vice President, Client Services
"Everything we do—top to bottom—is about the customer. That's what makes Nth Degree unique. If the customer looks good, then we've done our job."
- Hometown
Bellmawr,
NJ - Onboard Since
1983 - Specialty
Making connections
Scott is a born leader. He is honest, has uncommon common sense and believes in fostering strong connections. He leads face-to-face marketing solutions for clients worldwide, including Dell, Cisco, HP, and Volvo. Scott knows how to build a winning team—and how to leverage it to get results.

Scott
BennettExecutive Vice President, Client Services

Russell
Greenway
Vice President, Business Development
“Every new opportunity we are lucky enough to win is so much more than a sale – it’s the beginning of a long-term relationship supporting a client during some of their most important moments.”
- Hometown
Titusville,
FL - Onboard Since
2018 - Specialty
Developing relationships
Russell believes that a strong customer relationship can only be forged when the client services team supporting the relationship is just as solid. With nearly 20 years helping clients succeed at trade shows and events, he has refined what it means to truly advocate for and engage with customers. Russell knows how to build and lead a team that is always focused on ensuring our clients’ complete satisfaction.

Russell
GreenwayVice President, Business Development

Steve
Daugherty
Vice President, Global Operations
"At Nth Degree, we completely immerse ourselves in our work. We do it because we're passionate and because it's the only way to ensure our clients see the best possible results. We put our clients first here, and at shows."
- Hometown
Louisville,
KY - Onboard Since
1984 - Specialty
Driving service delivery
In his 30+ years with Nth Degree, Steve has sharpened his craft at each level of the company, leading projects in every major North American convention city. Today he leads the teams responsible for global project management, installation, and dismantle services.

Steve
DaughertyVice President, Global Operations

Melvin
Alston
Las Vegas City Manager
"We don't simply respond to the customer's needs. We anticipate them. In a hectic convention city like Las Vegas, that's critical."
- Hometown
Flint,
MI - Onboard Since
1993 - Specialty
Superb multitasker
Melvin is more than our main man in Vegas. He's an invaluable resource to our clients. His technical skills, insider knowledge, key relationships and cunning nature are absolutely unrivaled. Every year his team handles an astounding 1400-plus projects—and they do it with remarkable grace.

Melvin
AlstonLas Vegas City Manager

Mike
Metzger
Vice President, Field Service Operations
“This business is about the people – our clients and our team members. It is our job to ensure every person that represents Nth Degree is solely focused on the client and delivering unparalleled service every time.”
- Hometown
Louisville,
KY - Onboard Since
2018 - Specialty
Labor management intricacies
Mike’s entire career has been dedicated to trade show and event management services starting at an exhibit builder followed by over 30 years providing services in labor management. Mike works tirelessly to shape the teams he manages to ensure only the best people are in front of our customers. He provides opportunities and helps each team member realize his or her potential by elevating the company’s core values and always aiming for great service.

Mike
MetzgerVice President, Field Service Operations

Sandra
Braun
National Accounts Director
"Anyone can say they deliver value. At Nth Degree, we prove it day in and day out. Our customers appreciate that."
- Hometown
Stone Mountain,
GA - Onboard Since
1988 - Specialty
Tireless account management
Sandra doesn't have an off button. She works tirelessly for her clients, and that's why they love her. What's more, she knows the trade show industry better than anyone else you're likely to find. Add it all up, and it's easy to see why Sandra's a remarkable asset to both our corporate and exhibit house customers.

Sandra
BraunNational Accounts Director

John
Zimmerman
Vice President, Operational Excellence
“I approach everything I do with a sense of urgency and to me, it isn’t just about speed and efficiency, it’s about setting the highest expectations and doing everything it takes to achieve excellence for our customers.”
- Hometown
Philadelphia,
PA - Onboard Since
2018 - Specialty
Managing the fine points
John is an industry veteran that has forged not only strong relationships over the past 37 years, but best practices and efficiencies that take on-site trade show and event operations to a new level. John is focused on doing things right in the present while looking toward the future by always improving and refining processes and procedures.

John
ZimmermanVice President, Operational Excellence

Maureen
Burke
Senior Account Director
"Our clients depend on us to make the most of every interaction, whether it's before, during or after the show or event. I'm proud to say we deliver, both in service and results."
- Hometown
Shelter Island,
NY - Onboard Since
1990 - Specialty
Strategic trade show services
Polycom and Colgate-Palmolive are just two of the major companies who trust Maureen with their brands. Armed with an uncanny mix of strategic thinking and logistics expertise, she manages more than 250 convention and trade show projects annually with her team.

Maureen
BurkeSenior Account Director

Gary
Wannemacher
Midwest Regional Manager
"When you manage a show the right way, you give clients more than great value. You give them a great experience. I'm proud that we can do this in one of the world's largest convention centers."
- Hometown
Cloverdale,
OH - Onboard Since
1981 - Specialty
Remembering every detail
Gary manages our Midwest operations including Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Cleveland and St. Louis. As a long-time industry veteran, he's equally comfortable around business execs and union laborers. If you want to see things run like clockwork, spend time with Gary and his team.

Gary
WannemacherMidwest Regional Manager

Tom
Petrella
Vice President, National Accounts
“Nth Degree has an innovative culture that supports creativity and advancement. In the end, our clients are the true beneficiaries of our culture."
- Hometown
Bellmawr,
NJ - Onboard Since
2013 - Specialty
Detailed follow-up
Tom provides strategic account management of Nth Degree’s top clients while also supporting our own business development efforts. He offers customers a 360-degree understanding of the trade show and event marketing industry through his work history that includes principal positions at leading exhibit houses and marketing agencies.

Tom
PetrellaVice President, National Accounts

Cindy
Haun-Nevens
Senior Account Director
"Brand-to-face marketing is continually evolving, particularly in the automotive world. At Nth Degree, we're driving that change. In the process, we're garnering incredible value for our clients."
- Hometown
Salt Lake City,
UT - Onboard Since
2000 - Specialty
Automotive shows
Cindy knows her way around the automotive industry. With projects under her belt from Audi, American Isuzu, Aston Martin, Jaguar, Land Rover, Hyundai, Fisker, Mitsubishi, Volkswagen, Volvo, and others, she's the ideal person to lead our automotive accounts team.

Cindy
Haun-NevensSenior Account Director

Patrick
Shepherd
Account Executive
"I work to help customers find the best way to implement their marketing strategies in the trade show/event environment. I turn my inside knowledge of the business into measurable value."
- Hometown
Grafton,
MA - Onboard Since
2000 - Specialty
Large project leadership
Patrick brings time-tested planning skills and operational credibility to every project he touches. His leadership extends beyond the trade show floor to dozens of outdoor and out-of-the box installations—each with its own unique challenges and conditions.

Patrick
ShepherdAccount Executive

Willie
Matamoros
Labor Project Manager
"I don't use the word 'no.' Regardless of the size of the challenge, I uncover solutions that get the job done right."
- Hometown
New Orleans,
LA - Onboard Since
1993 - Specialty
Technical expertise with a smile
Willie is a large project expert—managing labor calls with up to 20 team members, as well as maintaining budgets and handling on-site changes. Willie’s friendly personality and his strong technical skills have led him to become a highly-requested traveling project manager for dozens of clients.

Willie
MatamorosLabor Project Manager

Rich
Heagy
Orlando City Manager
"Nth Degree's clients expect top-tier quality in every city. My job is to ensure that we uphold the highest standards here in the Orlando market—a job made easier by my outstanding team."
- Hometown
York,
PA - Onboard Since
1992 - Specialty
Efficient planning
As the manager for one of our busiest cities, Rich is responsible for planning and implementing over 700 projects at over 240 shows a year. In addition, he's tasked with maintaining the city budget, working closely with clients, and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the city.

Rich
HeagyOrlando City Manager

Kimberly
Rudel
Account Executive
"I challenge myself to pay close attention to our clients’ marketing goals and their industry landscape so I can make recommendations that save them time and money."
- Hometown
Aliso Viejo,
CA - Onboard Since
1998 - Specialty
Technology shows and players
Kimberly specializes in the development of comprehensive labor programs for global IT companies such as Apple, HP, and Cisco. Regardless of the project's size or location, she brings a positive attitude and unwavering commitment to success.

Kimberly
RudelAccount Executive

Bill
Bateham
Labor Project Manager
"As a project manager I lead by example. If you want your team to be motivated, you have to be motivated."
- Hometown
Tampa,
FL - Onboard Since
1987 - Specialty
Team leadership
Bill has a remarkably wide skillset. His technical expertise, leadership, and experience make him a true asset to Nth Degree's clients. Currently, Bill leads our Volvo project management team. His role includes planning and implementing comprehensive I&D schedules and budgets for Volvo’s largest projects worldwide.

Bill
BatehamLabor Project Manager

Stan
Ryba
Account Executive
"In theory, my job is simple. It's to understand what my clients need and then implement solutions that position them for success. Of course, making it happen takes serious tenacity and experience."
- Hometown
Tabernacle,
NJ - Onboard Since
1988 - Specialty
Defense industry and shows
Stan employs his extensive industry knowledge when working with and managing his clients (the likes of EMC Corporation, Rockwell Collins and National Instruments). In our industry, Stan is a hall of famer. He's respected by our staff, clients, and competitors alike.

Stan
RybaAccount Executive

Todd
Amodeo
New York City Manager
"As a union carpenter myself, I try to do the right thing for everyone involved, especially our clients. On the show floor my team operates with a sense of fairness and honesty to get the job done right and to surpass our clients' expectations."
- Hometown
New York,
NY - Onboard Since
1985 - Specialty
Union relations
Todd began his career in the event management industry at a very young age. He worked his way up through the ranks, taking over as New York City Manager in 1994. His background helps him work seamlessly with all of New York’s unions—the expos, electricians and teamsters—as well as with the Jacob Javits Center’s management team.

Todd
AmodeoNew York City Manager

Doug
Higgins
Account Executive
"To truly add value to an account, you must do more than save the client money. You must foster a relationship. You must learn to understand the ever-changing needs of each client, so you see the world through their eyes."
- Hometown
Louisville,
KY - Onboard Since
1987 - Specialty
Long-term working relationships
Want proof of Doug's commitment to his clients? Here you go: he's spent the last 20-plus Thanksgivings in a hotel room in Chicago, prepping for the annual RSNA trade show. After all, that's where his biggest client (Siemens) needs him to be.

Doug
HigginsAccount Executive

Joe
Steffan
Southern California City Manager
"When it comes to trade shows and events, there are so many moving parts and it’s my job to keep each piece running smoothly and to ensure a flawless delivery."
- Hometown
Long Beach,
CA - Onboard Since
2014 - Specialty
Attentive planning and delivery
As the manager for the Southern California region, Joe's leadership, efficiency, and organization are put to task every day. He ensures the right resources and team members are in place for this huge market. He plans every detail to perfection, working closing with local unions, venues and players to build positive relationships that benefit our customers.
