MASTERS AT OUR CRAFT
RES excels at crafting one-of-a-kind experiences, for one-of-a-kind brands.
Family-owned and operated, we passionately create exhibits and environments that exceed our client's cost and service expectations.
We are all about making your jobs easier and delivering results on-time
and right the first time. Every time.
A RICH HISTORY.
For 30 years Vince Leonardo managed the in-house tradeshow department at Rochester, New York-based, Bausch & Lomb, one of the world’s largest suppliers of eye health products, including contact lenses, lens care products, medicines, and implants for eye diseases. When the company decided to out-source the department, Vince started RES (Rochester Exhibit Services) and his first major client was Bausch & Lomb.
After 20 years, Vince turned the company reigns over to his son, James Leonardo, who has led the growth of RES, becoming one of the nation’s top 50 tradeshow and event organizations – named by EVENT MARKETER magazine in their annual profile of top industry performers.
RECOGNIZED AS A PREMIER PARTNER
Over the years, we've been recognized by Exhibitor Magazine and Event Marketer as one of the top exhibit producers in the U.S.
ACCESS TO THE TOP
Our executive team is deeply involved with every project and client.
When you need it most, our team delivers.
Jim Leonardo
CEO
Jim guides RES in strategy and direction; results driven and hands-on day-to-day management of account operations.
Bob Talladay
VP, Finance
Bob leads the RES finance team in establishing budgets, long range company goals, fiscal strategies, and tax regulation compliance.
Dave Cleere
VP, Project Management
David leads all aspects of project management, incorporating his vast industry experience to consistently create high quality solutions.
John DeMarco, Esq.
Chief Legal Officer
John leads RES in refinement of negotiations with all company partnerships.
Tim Prinzing
VP, Creative Strategy
Tim inspires the design group by developing creative strategies and delivering innovative designs to meet client show objectives.
Gary Knaak
President
Gary provides strategic vision and is responsible for growth through acquisitions, key partnerships, and expanding the RES client base.
Melissa Osburn
VP, Client Services
Melissa oversees our client services team in providing efficient and accurate communication to ensure success for our customers.
Dave Braddock
VP, Field Operations
Dave directs the multi-disciplinary RES show services teams to ensure clients receive impeccable care and service on show-site.
Rachelle Guion
VP, Client Services
Rachelle specializes in team leadership, account management, marketing, and strategic planning.
Erin Bittner
Director of Sales
A customer focused matchmaker, Erin gets client relationships started on the right foot to ensure long term exhibit program success.
NATIONWIDE SERVICE & SUPPORT
We manage all strategic and tactical program activities from two full-service centers based in Rochester, New York and Las Vegas, Nevada.
