The Expo Group Taps Industry Veteran Chris Cavanaugh to Lead Growth

CEO Randy Pekowski cited Cavanaugh’s dual capacity as a visionary and an operator as the primary driver for this leadership change. Cavanaugh arrives at a pivotal moment, tasked with scaling The Expo Group’s platform through aggressive acquisitions and the integration of data-driven insights. His background is extensive, spanning executive tenures at industry giants Freeman and Jack Morton, as well as a stint as CEO of The Imagine Group, where he oversaw significant organizational transformation.

Cavanaugh’s focus will shift toward bridging the gap between digital intelligence and physical presence. He maintains that the most effective brand strategies now rely on blending behavioral data with high-impact, in-person interactions. In this newly created role, he assumes oversight of corporate development, brand marketing, and the strategic integration of future acquisitions, aiming to convert standard corporate events into measurable business outcomes for the firm's clients.