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Jon Stromberg CEO THG North America: 2009 Presidents Cup Delivers Top-Tier Hospitality Experience
THG Sports provided hospitality for more than 300 C-level executives and guests during this month’s 2009 Presidents Cup in San Francisco, an event that provided stellar professional golf and unprecedented business development and networking opportunities, says THG Sports CEO Jon Stromberg.
“We’re continuing to see strong interest from C-level executives in securing hospitality opportunities at signature U.S.-based events to support their international business goals,” Stromberg says. “The Presidents Cup exemplified this trend with its line-up of the world’s best golfers competing for the prestigious Cup.”
In particular, the Presidents Cup match-up of Y.E. Yang and Tiger Woods, their first competition since Yang bested Woods at this year’s PGA Championships, captured the attention of THG clients and record-setting worldwide television audiences. Woods beat Yang to give the U.S. team the tournament victory. Japan’s rising star, Ryo Ishikawa, also thrilled participants with a stellar short game and predictions that the 18-year-old may eventually claim Woods’ title as the world’s best golfer.
During the event, THG clients enjoyed the company’s signature “five-star hospitality” at the private Lake Merced Golf Club, with four-course meals service and first-class accommodations. THG clients also took advantage of golf clinics and Presidents Cup play analysis from celebrity Mark Lye, a Golf Channel commentator and former PGA player.
“Mark’s clinics were extremely popular,” Stromberg says. “They gave our clients and their guests a tangible way to turn the inspiration they gained watching the pros and improve their own games.”
THG is fielding strong interest from current and prospective clients for hospitality packages during upcoming premier West Coast events, including the 2010 U.S. Open in Pebble Beach, the 2010 MLB All-Star game in Anaheim, Calif., and the 2012 U.S. Open in San Francisco.
About THG: THG (http://www.thgsports.com) is a leading provider of corporate hospitality programs during the world’s premier sporting events, including the World Soccer Championships, Masters, Singapore Grand Prix, and the Final Four. As a marcus evans company, all aspects of THG’s services promise a level of client focus and attention second to none.
Jon Stromberg CEO THG North America: European Formula One Events Draw Strong Client Response
THG Sports clients once again gave high marks to the company’s executive hospitality during the recent European swing of the Formula One circuit, with a majority renewing contracts immediately for 2010 F1 relating events, including the just-announced return of the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal in June 2010, says THG CEO Jon Stromberg .
“Formula One events provide an exciting platform for our global-minded clients to enhance relationships with their best customers, while generating new business through networking,” Stromberg says. “Our clients consistently recognize that THG matches the excellence of Formula One races with 5 star service during each race, including on-site management to ensure ROI from all participating guests.”
During this month’s Italian Grand Prix in Monza, THG provided hospitality for more than 200 C-level clients from multi-national companies, including Bayer, Credit Suisse and Federal Mogul. “Our celebrity speaker, former Italian F1 driver Emanuele Pirro, proved to be a big hit,” Stromberg says.
THG also received positive client responses for hospitality it provided during the Belgian, Hungarian and German Grand Prix races this summer. “We continue to see strong year-to-year interest in Formula One events, and we’re excited to see the governing body for Formula One has agreed to bring the Canadian Grand Prix back to Montreal,” Stromberg says.
In years past, the Canadian Grand Prix has been a must-see event for Fortune 1000 companies with U.S. and Canadian operations. The event was not held this year, as organizers were unable to reach an agreement for a 2009 race.
“The news of the reinstatement in Montreal is already driving interest among our Fortune 1000 clients with North American operations to reserve their hospitality packages,” Stromberg says.
For more information about THG’s hospitality offerings during Formula One events around the world, click here .
About Jon Stromberg
Jon Stromberg currently serves as CEO of North America for THG Sports. Jon began his career at THG Sports in sales, progressing through the ranks to become CEO in October 2008. He attended DePauw University where he received a Bachelor’s degree in economics and communications and was a member of the Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity.
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CEO Jon Stromberg: Montreal Men’s Tennis Finals Offers Thrilling Finish For Clients
THG ’s hospitality clients at the Montreal Men’s Tennis Finals this past weekend witnessed a thrilling final match in which Scotland’s Andy Murray bested Argentinian Juan Martin del Potro after three long sets that included two tie-breakers and 100-plus degree heat.
“With the heat, our clients really appreciated our air conditioned facilities,” Stromberg says. “The match was a showcase of great tennis and our clients are looking forward to this weekend’s women’s finals in Toronto.”
THG clients also enjoyed a special treat: Popular tennis coach, former star player and commentator Brad Gilbert offered an insightful look at the ins and outs of pro tennis during a Q and A session with THG clients. His celebrity appearance was especially relevant, as Gilbert has coached tournament winner Murray, whose victory earns him the No. 2 world ranking behind Roger Federer.
“Brad was a big hit,” Stromberg says. “He’s extremely personable and his knowledge of the game and insider’s stories were a perfect complement to our hospitality services.”
THG entertained a number of North American clients during this event, many of whom have secured their allocation to the 2010 finals, Stromberg says.
For more information on THG’s tennis hospitality offerings at top-tier events around the globe, click here .
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CEO Jon Stromberg: THG Strategy Fits Needs of Global-Minded CEOs
As more CEOs are looking globally to grow their businesses in an ever challenging marketplace, they are seeking new avenues to extend their relationships and reach in many countries—a trend that mirrors THG’s experience offering hospitality packages across the globe, says THG CEO Jon Stromberg.
“Our C-level contacts and clients realize that as they expand their global reach in today’s ever-changing market, connecting with customers outside of an office atmosphere whether it be the Masters Golf Tournament or Singapore Grand Prix, to the World Soccer Championships or Americas Cup is a key advantage in allowing each to pinpoint and develop regional relationships around the world,” Stromberg says. “Language and cultural barriers seem to disappear when experiencing a global event of personal interest to customers.”
The assessment fits with findings from IBM’s most recent Global CEO Study, which highlights increased investments in global opportunities and an emphasis on building collaborative relationships with customers and prospects to engender future success. The study details the focus on relationship building is due to a more demanding and sophisticated customer bases across more countries and CEO recognition that quality customer relationships offer a way to differentiate their companies from competitors.
Through its 63 global locations, which span from London and Sydney, to Kuala Lumpur and Chicago, THG is seeing more evidence that affirms the IBM study findings. Companies are seeking THG’s assistance to craft hospitality offerings at a larger number of events in multiple countries to address their global business goals.
“Response and interest in our global THG Open Contract program is stronger than ever,” Stromberg says. A key benefit of the service, he explains, is the ability for companies to tailor the Open Contract to respond to business-and relationship-building needs at both corporate and regional levels.
For example, a global THG client that provides technology-based security solutions used the Open Contract format to provide relationship-building opportunities during the U.S. Open Golf Championships, the Autumn Rugby International’s, and the Malaysian Grand Prix in the past year.
“The company has now expanded its Open Contract and plans to allow each global region to use a portion of the funds to build customer relationships in targeted geographic areas, working in conjunction with THG’s Chicago office,” Stromberg says.
“Our Open Contract program is the perfect complement for C-level executives to meet their global business goals,” he says.
For more about THG’s global event hospitality offerings, click here.
Paul Meakins: THG’s British Open Hospitality Offers Strong Business-Building Opportunities
The 2009 British Open Championship held up to its 138 years of world-class tradition, resulting in one of the most exciting finishes in Open history and a treat THG clients will never forget, says THG General Manager Paul Meakins.
THG clients experienced not only the worlds top golfers battle against the host Turnberry course, they saw 59-year-old Tom Watson shoot a remarkable 65 during the first round and hold his lead for a majority of the tournament. Watson lost to Stewart Cink in a Sunday playoff.
The premier THG hospitality resulted in commitments from a majority of attending clients to sign up for next year’s 2010 British Open to be held back at St. Andrews Golf Club. Reviewing the large number of corporations who attended from around the world is a sign that now more than ever, many companies are looking globally to achieve their business goals, Meakins says.
“This is a trend we expect to continue,” Meakins adds. “Multi-national companies are putting more emphasis on growth and they’re seeking out global events like the British Open to provide opportunities to build relationships and new business.”
“THG’s network of 350 covered events addresses the global needs of today’s business leaders providing executive hospitality to top-tier events in multiple countries,” adds THG CEO Jon Stromberg.
As seen annually during this major event, THG clients at the 2009 British Open took advantage of the company’s facilities and enjoyed five-star catering service in between rounds of play to network with colleagues and prospects, Meakins says.
THG is offering hospitality packages during the 2010 British Open, where the company will once again host more than 50 corporations and their top accounts. For more information, click here.
CEO Jon Stromberg: MLB All-Star Hospitality Proves a Winner for Clients
With a first pitch thrown by President Barack Obama and a homerun-robbing catch in the seventh inning, the 2009 All Star Game was a thriller for THG clients who took part in the company’s top-tier hospitality offerings during this year’s midsummer classic in St. Louis, says THG CEO Jon Stromberg.
“The game was a winner on all fronts—exciting play, excellent networking opportunities and a showcase of baseball at its finest.”
THG clients took part in a pre-game, interactive appearance with three-time All Star and former Pittsburgh Pirates and St. Louis Cardinal standout Andy Van Slyke. He quizzed THG attendees on All Star game trivia, offering autographed baseballs for correct answers, and gave an insider’s perspective on what it’s like to play in the All Star Game.
“Andy’s appearance was a perfect precursor for a great night of baseball,” Stromberg says. The American League team beat its National League opponents, 4-3.
THG hospitality offerings—including Van Slyke’s appearance and pre- and post-game networking opportunities—took place at the new Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark (see image), which is adjacent to Busch Stadium in the city’s historic downtown district.
THG has organized hospitality during the All Star Game for the past 17 years, with a majority of their top Fortune 1000 accounts already secured for next years 2010 All Star Game scheduled for July 13 at AT&T Park in Anaheim, Calif. For more information, click here.
CEO Jon Stromberg: THG To Expand Sports Internship Program
Following glowing results from this summer, THG CEO Jon Stromberg announces the company’s internship program selected for Chicago, San Diego and Montreal offices has proved a success-paving the way for future seasonal paid sports internship programs in the years ahead.
“It’s been a great program,” Stromberg says. “We’re providing real-world experience that offers interns an opportunity to work with our teams and experience what a career in executive sports sales can offer.”
THG’s Sports Internship Program gives undergraduates and recent graduates seeking a career in executive level sales the opportunity to expand their working experience with C-level management within Fortune 1000 corporations.
“The selected applicants work directly with in-house National Sales Managers where they assist with client profiling and group development needs,” Stromberg says. “We are excited to include these young applicants within our division teams, helping them gain valuable experience.”
The internships run 8 to 10 week periods and give selected candidates an opportunity to work with some of the best in the business. They will experience exceptional leadership and training necessary to become a valuable team member and partner ready to deliver highly personalized sales production to C-level executives.
To learn more about this internship visit THG’s Internship Program page.
THG CEO Jon Stromberg: Sales Manager Retires After a Decade of Success
Ten years ago Greg Piers walked into THG’s San Francisco office with a resume and a desire to succeed. Over the years he’s been a great asset to the THG sales division rising from a Sales Executive to National Sales Manager. Greg’s career advancement included periods in both the San Francisco and Montreal offices before settling in San Diego. His drive and passion has been an inspiration for all THG team members.
This past week, Piers retired from his position but will continue working as a consultant for THG.“At THG and Marcus Evans we like to think of our team members as family. While we are sad to see Greg depart on a full time basis we wish him all the best and look forward to working with him as a consultant,” says THG CEO Jon Stromberg.
Many describe Piers as “tenacious” and “dedicated” and often go to him for advice. He has been a valuable team member for the last decade.
“I have been fortunate enough to meet a lot of different people during that time, some who will remain my friends for the rest of my life,” Piers writes.
Colleagues at THG’s San Diego office presented Piers with a framed poem during a retirement party this week:
Celebrate with us and Greg Piers,
As we say cheers together, over a few beers,
It’s a bittersweet occasion, but we won’t shed no tears…
It’s time for Papa Smurf to say goodbye to his peers…Greg Piers,
Who worked so hard over the years,
And has decided to take the time to switch gears,
He’s heading on outta here but don’t show your fears,
He loves all his friends…even those who hunt deers…Greg is someone who has hair in his ears,
A true friend of ours we’ll always keep nears,
Loves hockey and golf and doesn’t shop at Sears,
Has plenty of time to trim his hedges with razor sharp shears,
He’s not a quitter, although it appears,
To company policies he always adheres,
But has decided to leave us and spend time with his dears..
He’s joining the land of retired pioneers…Greg is not to be confused with Britney Spears,
Though the ladies will love him flashing porcelain veneers,
He’ll be eating his bagels covered with smears…
Let’s hope he doesn’t become senile and walk around with bunny ears,
He’s certainly subject to our ridicule and jeers,
Will he be getting man-boobs and needing brassieres?
Or have plenty of time to go get pap smears?
Maybe he’ll become a dirty old man who enjoys giving leersThough Greg may become older like Santa and need some reindeers,
Don’t mess with him or he’ll kick you in the rears,
Let’s wish him well with these quaint souvenirs,
And we’ll continually hope that he soon reappears,
Until our paths cross again, we’ll miss you Greg Piers!!
THG CEO Jon Stromberg: Sales Team Celebrates Performance at Miami Gathering
Top producers for THG North America met last weekend to celebrate a successful April sales effort with a getaway trip to Miami’s luxurious Shore Club, says THG CEO Jon Stromberg .
“The trip is part of our incentive program to reward our team for producing stellar results,” Stromberg says. “Our goal was $1.5 million in sales for April and we had 20 divisional sales executives meet their targets and join us for a weekend of relaxation and fun in Miami. Given our results, the investment has paid for itself many times over.”
THG executives from the company’s Chicago, Montreal and San Diego offices took part in the Miami trip (see group photo).
Stromberg says THG is planning a European trip featuring three days in Amsterdam in September. “Everyone’s focused on making the ‘list’ and joining us for the fall trip,” Stromberg says.
The Miami getaway is part of THG’s internal incentive program that rewards top performers. Past incentive programs have included trips to Las Vegas, Major League Baseball outings and division office dinners.