Meet the Team
Dedicated to the cause.
Coming together from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences, our skilled team of professionals is the backbone of Experiential Designers and Producers Association. Their ideas help shape the direction and mission of our organization as it continues to develop. Read on to learn more about some of our incredible team members.
Executive Board
President
Angie Johnson
With more than 18 years of hands-on experience in live events and experiential design, Angie leads with intention and industry insight.
Her focus is on strengthening connections, expanding education, and elevating the EDPA Las Vegas Chapter as a center for collaboration and innovation.
Vice President
Sebastien Thevenin
With over 20 years in international events and creative industries, Sebastien brings a unique blend of strategy, artistry, and execution to experiential marketing, design, and event management.
Driven by storytelling and connections, he champions education, cross-cultural collaboration, and innovation across the Las Vegas events community and beyond.
Treasurer
Jen LaBruzza
Jen is the force behind Love Your Show and a 25+ year veteran in the trade show industry. Jen thrives on crushing complex operational challenges with a mix of deep-rooted industry relationships and a relentless drive for shared success.
She’s not just managing events—she’s moving the entire live event industry forward with unmatched energy and a passion for education and collaboration, especially in her capacity as Treasurer for the EDPA Las Vegas Chapter.
Secretary
Heidi Farrell
Heidi is the Client Experience Manager at Exploring Graphics and a 15-year veteran of the tradeshow, exhibit, and large format graphics industry. Based in Las Vegas, she brings extensive experience supporting exhibit houses, agencies, and event professionals with high-impact graphic solutions, including SEG fabric graphics and large-scale event visuals. Known for her strong industry relationships and proactive, client-focused approach, Heidi thrives in the fast-paced environment of live events and experiential marketing.
As Secretary of the Executive Board for the EDPA Las Vegas Chapter, Heidi is dedicated to strengthening industry connections, fostering collaboration, and supporting the continued growth of the experiential and tradeshow community. She is passionate about building meaningful partnerships and contributing to a resilient, innovative Las Vegas events industry.
Executive Committee
President Emeritus
Mike Sunseri
Mike has been involved in many aspects of the tradeshow industry with over 25 years of experience. His focus for the past 14 has been on lighting technology pertaining to experiential design. Mike is passionate about helping brands "shine"—literally and figuratively, currently serving as the Director of Sales & Marketing at Display Supply & Lighting.
Beyond his corporate role, Mike has shown his passion for the tradeshows and live events industry via his various roles within the EDPA Las Vegas chapter for over 10 years. He is a vocal advocate for industry growth and collaboration, dedicated to building a stronger, more connected experiential design community in Las Vegas and beyond.
EDPA Future Leaders Ambassador
Krystal Hanvold
Krystal is an Account Executive with 6 years of experience bringing brands to life through trade shows, branded environments, and immersive corporate experiences. Known for driving impactful event strategies—from large-scale trade show activations to corporate interior rebrands and high-profile user conferences—while building strong client partnerships along the way. Recognized as a Future Leader in 2023, she thrives on turning big ideas into memorable brand moments that deliver measurable results.
Special Events Committee
Jonathan Fecchino
As a proven leader in the corporate live events industry, Jonathan has spent years orchestrating everything from high-energy tradeshows and general sessions to dynamic breakout rooms and fully custom activations.
He and his team specialize in crafting interactive, technology-driven experiences that engage audiences and deliver results.
Education Committee
Josh Farina
Josh is Director of Operations with over 12 years in the trade show industry, focused on operational excellence, strong client relationships, and impactful event execution.
As an EDPA Las Vegas board member, he’s passionate about mentorship, networking, and supporting the growth of the live events community.
Sponsorship Committee
Hollie Cardinal
Hollie has spent more than 25 years immersed in the live events, meetings, conventions, and trade show industry. Her career spans production, creative strategy, and leadership, giving her a practical understanding of how ideas move from vision to execution on show floors and in live event environments.
As West Coast Regional Sales Executive for Aluvision USA, Hollie works closely with exhibit production companies and experiential marketing designers to deliver design-driven structural solutions that enhance efficiency and support more sustainable building practices across the industry.
For Hollie, EDPA represents the collective strength and future of the exhibit community. She is passionate about collaboration, mentorship, and helping the industry grow with resilience and intention.
Sponsorship Committee
Nigel Trujillo
Nigel serves as the Vice President of Events Packaging for Packaging Exchange, bringing 15 years of specialized expertise in trade show dollies and packaging/protection to the forefront of the industry. A native Las Vegan, Nigel has a profound appreciation for the events and tradeshow sectors, viewing them as the essential lifeblood that keeps the city thriving.
In his role with the EDPA Las Vegas Chapter's sponsorship committee, Nigel is dedicated to community growth and industry advocacy. He leverages a career’s worth of professional insights and personal relationships to mentor new members and foster a more connected exhibit industry. Known for an approachable and relationship-first philosophy, Nigel remains committed to ensuring the Las Vegas trade show community stays resilient, innovative, and welcoming to the next generation of professionals.
Social Media Manager
Gabby Farina
Gabby is an Account Manager with over a year of experience working directly with clients and building strong relationships.
She loves working with people, building trust, understanding goals, and creating meaningful connections - skills that naturally extend into social media management through community building, networking, and authentic engagement!
Website Manager
Antonia Nuzzolo
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