Printing United Alliance, a member-based printing and graphics arts association in North America, has announced the appointment of Derrick Nelloms, PMP, as vice president, Printing United Expo.

In this leadership role, Nelloms will oversee the continued growth of the expo, the industry’s annual premier trade show in North America, as well as assist in the optimisation of other key events in the organization’s portfolio.

“Joining the Alliance team is an honour and I am excited for the opportunity to build upon the incredible legacy of Printing United Expo,” said Nelloms.

“Having spent my career in events and operations, I am eager to work with this talented team to drive continued success, deliver unforgettable experiences, and foster growth across the global printing industry.”

Before joining the Alliance, Nelloms spent 18 years as operations managing director at Emerald Expositions where he oversaw the strategy, planning, and execution of flagship events, including GlobalShop, Imprinted Sportswear Show (Impressions), Hospitality Design (HD EXPO), CEDIA, Boutique Design (BDNY), Healthcare Design, Environments for Aging, and Sports Licensing.

“Derrick’s leadership, industry expertise, and passion for operational excellence are precisely what we need to continue elevating the Expo,” said Chris Curran, group president, media and events, Printing United Alliance.

“His deep understanding of event strategy and customer engagement aligns perfectly with our vision to expand the Expo’s reach and impact. We are thrilled to have him on board and cannot wait to see his contributions to the team.”

Printing United Expo 2025 will be held on 22-25 October 2025, in Orlando, Florida.

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