New Maritz President & CEO David Peckinpaugh moved up through the hospitality industry world to his leadership position by taking chances, volunteering and swinging for the fences. Now he is looking at how we can attract the next generation of event innovators to the most powerful industry on the planet. We will sit down for a chat about the diverse opportunities, exciting career paths and meaningful work that await those who find their way to the ballroom.
You will learn:
- A new definition for leadership
- Management tips for attracting and retaining young talent
- Why Peck thinks the industry will ultimately come out stronger
For nearly 40 years, David has lead a variety of organizations throughout the events industry. He strongly believes in the power of the events to make meaningful connections and deliver superior business results. As President & CEO of Maritz Holdings and President of Maritz Global Events, he is proud to partner with amazing teams across the world committed to designing better client solutions grounded in behavioral science that motivate and engage people. David lives and leads by a core value of “First, Take Good Care of Each Other” while helping people unleash their full potential. As a purpose-driven organization, Maritz is committed to being an evergreen company that is value driven and makes a long-term difference in the world.