For all registration questions, please email smokymtngiftshow@clarionevents.com

Christina Bell
Group Show Director

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Christina Bell
Group Show Director

Christina has been with Clarion/Urban for 15 years and is Group Show Director for the Smoky Mountain Gift Show, Ocean City Gift Show & the Grand Strand Gift & Resort Merchandise Show. Working in nearly every department over the years, Christina has a passion for helping companies both large and small grow their business with the right shows and marketing opportunities. When working with Christina you will not feel like a client, you will feel like family! Christina has a passion for animal rescue and loves to volunteer and foster. She even “foster failed” twice with her 2 fur-children Millie & Sophie.

 

Contact Christina:
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678.370.0335

 

Lisa Berry (Glosson)
Vice President of Gift & Souvenir

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Lisa Berry (Glosson)
Vice President of Gift & Souvenir

Lisa has been with Clarion Events for 18 years and has received numerous awards and industry recognition for her dedication and commitment to excellence. For Lisa, teamwork is everything. She works closely with each member of her respective teams to expand and enhance all the Clarion Shows! Lisa lives in Georgia with her husband, Jason and their little feisty Chihuahua, Pepi!

 

Contact Lisa:
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678.370.0334

Kristine Goldy 

Event Operations Manager

Kristine Goldy

Kristine Goldy

Event Operations Manager

Kristine comes to Clarion with nearly 2 decades of event experience. In her previous life, she managed operations for a high end handmade art show, adept at managing all aspects of event logistics from vendor relations and exhibition planning to customer care. She is passionate about Type 1 Diabetes awareness and connecting with others impacted by T1D. Kristine lives in Brooklyn, NY and while not always practical, her favorite way to get around the city is the ferry!

 

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Nicole Saunders
Attendee Program Manager

Nicole Saunders

Nicole Saunders

Attendee Program Manager

 

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Alyssa Accardo
Exhibitor Services Manager

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Alyssa Accardo
Exhibitor Services Manager

Alyssa has been working at Clarion since July 2022. She moved to New York City after graduating from SUNY New Paltz where she studied visual arts and acting. Alyssa first started her career after college as a scenic painter. She painted the sets for live events, television, film and theater. She made the switch over to Clarion as an Exhibitor Service Coordinator. She still loves to paint and also is a personal trainer. Alyssa loves to be active, travel and loves the beach.

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Valerie Gillingham
Exhibition Services Coordinator

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Valerie Gillingham

Exhibitor Services Coordinator

Valerie is an Exhibitor Services Coordinator based in Minneapolis, MN. She works on the Smoky Mountain Gift Show, Las Vegas Gift Show, POWERGEN, and the Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention, supporting exhibitors to ensure a smooth and successful event experience. Outside of work, Valerie enjoys spending time with friends and family, getting outdoors, and trying new foods and restaurants.

Contact Valerie:
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Cameron Litcher
Audience Engagement Manager

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Cameron Litcher
Audience Engagement Manager

Cameron is the Audience Engagement Manager for Smoky Mountain Gift Show and joined the Clarion team in October 2020. She grew up in North Carolina, but has recently moved to the Windy City, Chicago. Along with Smoky Mountain Gift show, Cameron works on many shows and different portfolios, including The Gathering, Airport Experience Conference, FDIC International, and MAU Vegas. In her spare time, she likes to snuggle with her cat Tony, explore her new city, travel to spend time with family and friends. When she is not Chicago, you can find her on the beach or in a boat in Topsail Beach, NC!

 

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Nadira Ramatally
Marketing Director

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Nadira Ramatally
Marketing Director

With 14+ years of experience in event marketing, Nadira has worked across various industries, bringing brands to life on the tradeshow floor. As Marketing Director for Clarion's Gift & Souvenir Group, she works on everything from strategic planning to campaign execution, and even designing creative pieces here and there. Based in Miami, FL, she keeps busy with her two sons, two cats and hubby. She is a big Miami Heat fan and enjoys traveling, crafting, and baking in her spare time (when she can find some!

Contact Nadira:
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786.396.9729

Sydney Cebalt
Senior Marketing Coordinator

Sydney Cebalt

Sydney Cebalt
Senior Marketing Coordinator

Sydney is the Senior Marketing Coordinator for all the Gift & Souvenir shows and joined the Clarion team back in 2022. Outside of work, Sydney enjoys running, reading, spending time with friends and family, watching hockey and cheering on all Detroit sports teams.

Contact Sydney at:
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Cosette Herndon
Digital Marketing Coordinator

Cosette Herndon

Cosette Herndon
Digital Marketing Coordinator

Cosette is the Digital Marketing Coordinator for the Grand Strand Gift & Resort Merchandise Show and just recently joined the Clarion team. Cosette also works on the Smoky Mountain Gift Show, The Gathering and The Halloween & Party Expo. Cosette lives in Chicago, IL with her husband and their two Australian shepherds, Asher and Ranger. Outside of work, Cosette enjoys knitting, spending time with friends, and exploring the city.

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