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Trey Smith

Trey Smith is a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), Digital Event Strategist (DES), and Sustainable Event Professional (SEPC) with over two decades of experience shaping the events industry. As a strategic leader, Trey is known for launching and managing innovative event portfolios that deliver exceptional results for stakeholders. His unique blend of high-level expertise in event technology, strategic program design, and hands-on operational management has positioned him as a trusted advisor and thought leader in the industry.

Trey’s role spans from setting strategic vision and developing revenue models to curating content, designing impactful programs, and overseeing logistics. With a deep understanding of event tech, he builds customized solutions that power seamless, high-impact experiences both in-person and online. Trey’s collaborative approach ensures alignment across departments, delivering programs and sponsorship opportunities that exceed expectations.

Before entering the corporate event space, Trey served as Assistant Manager at Uppercut Management, an artist management firm specializing in national recording artists. There, he managed administrative and financial processes, coordinated talent travel, and played a pivotal role in securing a #1 single and platinum album through strategic co-writing recommendations.

Trey holds a BA in Communications from Indiana University and continues to bring a passion for innovation and excellence to every event he leads.