Patrick Flynn joined the National Association of Broadcasters as vice president of Sales for conventions and business operations in February of 2007. As vice president of sales, Patrick is responsible for the planning and development of exhibit, sponsorship and advertising sales strategies for all NAB expositions.

Patrick has been involved in the exhibition and tradeshow industry for 12 years, working with both associations and for-profit sectors. As a former group vice president at VNU Expositions (now Nielsen Media) his past tradeshow activities include the selling, marketing and production of numerous events across the United States. Patrick has also played an integral role in launching several new high-level events throughout his career.

In addition to his stint at VNU Expositions, he served as the general manager for National Conference Services Inc. in Columbia, Maryland.
Patrick is recognized not only for his selling and development of events across the country, but also for his involvement in industry associations. He has been an active member of the Society of Independent Show Organizers and the International Association of Exhibitions and Events, serving as a speaker and panelist at past events.
Flynn graduated with a bachelor’s degree in communications from Lynchburg College in Lynchburg, Virginia.