Derrick Nelloms Named PRINTING United Expo VP

PRINTING United Alliance has announced the appointment of Derrick Nelloms, PMP, as vice president, PRINTING United Expo. With a career spanning three decades in operational planning, event management, and strategic growth, Nelloms brings expertise and a track record of delivering trade show and event experiences to the Alliance team.

In this leadership role, Nelloms will oversee the continued growth and success of the Expo, the industry’s annual premier trade show in North America, as well as assist in the optimization of other key events in the organization’s portfolio.

“Joining the Alliance team is an honor and I am excited for the opportunity to build upon the incredible legacy of PRINTING United Expo,” says Nelloms. “Having spent my career in events and operations, I am eager to work with this talented team to drive continued success, deliver unforgettable experiences, and foster growth across the global printing industry.”

Before joining the Alliance, Nelloms spent 18 years as operations managing director at Emerald Expositions, where he oversaw the strategy, planning, and execution of flagship events, including GlobalShop, Imprinted Sportswear Show (Impressions), Hospitality Design (HD EXPO), CEDIA, Boutique Design (BDNY), Healthcare Design, Environments for Aging, and Sports Licensing.

He was also instrumental in the successful launch of NBACON, leading efforts in budgeting, cost optimization, and vendor relationship management, which consistently enhanced customer experiences and streamlined event operations.

Nelloms’ career also includes a foundational role at the Georgia World Congress Center in Event Operations, where he worked with major event and tradeshow organizers on a range of industry-renowned events, including the World Energy Engineers, CTIA Wireless, Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) Expo, International Home Builders, International Woodworking Fair (IWF), MegaFest, Microsoft, Partylite National Conference, Kitchen & Bath Show, Medtrade, Supershow, ESPN GameDay Live, and Supercross BMX Fanfest, to name a few. 

“Derrick’s leadership, industry expertise, and passion for operational excellence are precisely what we need to continue elevating the Expo,” said Chris Curran, group president, media and events, PRINTING United Alliance.

PRINTING United Expo 2025 will be held Oct. 22-24, 2025, in Orlando.