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Mary Larkin

Mary Larkin

Americas CEO, Arc Network

Ms. Larkin was recently appointed CEO, Americas for the Arc network. She began her tradeshow and conference career in Europe before moving to the US in 1995 to join Diversified Communications where she most recently held the position of President of the US division and has held positions in sales as well as Show Director and Vice President leading the global seafood portfolio.   

She serves on many industry Boards including the Society of Independent Show Organizers (SISO) where she is currently serving as Chair. She is a Past President of UFI, the Global Association for the Exhibition Industry. In addition, Ms. Larkin is a Board member of the Exhibitions and Conferences Alliance and as Past President of the Board of Directors for the Center for Grieving Children in Portland, Maine.

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Testimonials

  • “Without a doubt the most valuable three days of the year for networking, learning, and meeting colleagues.”
    Tony Calanca, Executive Vice President, UBM
  • “Two of the best acquisitions Access Intelligence had executed came directly from contacts and discussions held at the SISO CEO Summit. Beyond that important networking for transactions, I learn best practices from the best in the industry. The ROI for membership is immeasurable.”
    Don Pazour, CEO, Access Intelligence
  • “The impact of SISO is so much bigger than its size. It feels more like a global council of important tribes than a traditional trade association.”
    David Adler, CEO & Founder, Bizbash Media
  • “Our industry thrives on the personal relationships that face-to-face builds, and the CEO Summit is the ultimate place to build YOUR network!”
    Tom Mitchell, President, Messe Dusseldorf North America
  • “As busy, independent, for-profit organizer, SISO keeps our company connected to all the key players working in this industry and allows great relationships and ongoing learning of best practices from the best in the business. All invaluable assets to help move our business forward."
    Howard Hauben, CEO, H2 Events
  • “The SISO membership represents the entire for-profit tradeshow community and the annual SISO conferences are must-attend events for their educational and networking value.”
    Joel A. Davis, Founder & CEO, JD Events
  • “SISO connects strategic minds through invaluable networking opportunities and face-to-face executive conferences focused on excellence and inspiration.”
    Dana Teague, Vice President, Informa Global Exhibitions
  • “Participating in SISO puts you on the leading edge of the events world.”
    Charles McCurdy, CEO, Informa Global Exhibitions