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Ted Wirth

President & CEO, Diversified Communications

United States

Diversified produces 100 trade and consumer exhibitions and conferences and publishes 24 online products and six trade magazines in the US, Australia, Canada, Europe, Hong Kong, India and Thailand. Primary industries served include food and beverage, seafood, natural and organic products, healthcare, fitness, retail, 3D imaging, entertainment technology, business management, building and construction, oil and gas, waste and recycling and commercial marine. Mr. Wirth has been the President and CEO since July 2013 and formerly Vice President of Business Development. During his 10 year tenure, he contributed to the rapid growth of the company, which produced just four trade shows and three magazines in 1993. Diversified has since launched and acquired more than 90 products and established new divisions in Australia, Hong Kong, India, the United Kingdom, Canada and the United States, setting up infrastructures in strategic regions, building global brands and significantly diversifying the company’s expertise and industries served. Prior to his role as President & CEO, Mr. Wirth rose through the ranks starting as the Finance Director, an Operating Group VP and the VP of Business Development at Diversified.

“Without a doubt the most valuable three days of the year for networking, learning, and meeting colleagues.”
Tony Calanca, Calanca & Associates LLC
“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
Being a member of SISO has allowed me to navigate the dynamic landscape of our industry in the most effective way possible. Personally, it’s been a journey of continuous learning, networking, and collaboration that fosters deep relationships with industry leaders. Professionally, the insights I’ve gained, the resources I have accessed, and the collaborative initiatives and advocacy work have helped to take my organization to new heights. SISO, to me, is an indispensable asset for my career and business.
Liz Irving, President, Clarion Events