Event Overview

International Pizza Expo 2026
Las Vegas Convention Center

International Pizza Expo 2026 brought together thousands of pizza industry professionals, suppliers, operators, and decision-makers for one of the industry’s leading trade show experiences in Las Vegas. Hosted at the Las Vegas Convention Center from March 24–26, 2026, the event featured a high-traffic show floor, education sessions, competitions, product showcases, and networking opportunities designed to support business growth across the pizza and restaurant industry.

For this trade show activation, I supported the planning and execution of a 20x20 booth experience, helping coordinate key operational details including booth logistics, vendor communication, furniture rentals, ordering, deadlines, team needs, booth materials, and onsite readiness. The activation was executed within a revised $115K budget, requiring careful prioritization, vendor coordination, and operational discipline to maintain a polished, functional, and engaging brand presence.

The experience required close attention to timelines, cross-functional coordination, and the many moving pieces that come with exhibiting at a major industry event. From pre-show planning through onsite execution, the activation reflected the importance of organized logistics, clear communication, and thoughtful booth design in creating a professional and approachable trade show presence.

Role & Scope

Served as a key member of the core events team responsible for planning and executing a 20x20 trade show booth activation at International Pizza Expo in Las Vegas.

Key responsibilities included:

• Coordinating cross-functional planning across internal stakeholders, vendors, and event partners

• Supporting booth strategy, layout, design direction, and overall attendee experience

• Managing logistics for booth rental, furniture rentals, branded materials, signage, and on-site needs

• Tracking deadlines, production timelines, ordering details, and event readiness

• Supporting team travel logistics, schedules, and on-site coordination

• Ensuring the booth experience aligned with brand goals, sales priorities, and conference objectives

Contributed to the successful delivery of a polished, brand-forward trade show presence designed to drive visibility, engagement, and meaningful conversations with attendees and industry partners.

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