A native of Northern California and a true legacy Event Manager, Joe planned his first event in 1986 for the Santa Clara County YMCA. Over the next two decades, Joe refined his gift for Event Management while working for his family’s company, Conference Planners, and is currently recognized as one of the leaders in the Hospitality and Experiential Marketing, and Conference Planning industries.
In 1996, Joe founded, StageOne Events (then ATR-Events) later purchasing National Reunion Services (then Back to the Future Reunions) and Rock Around the Clock Entertainment.
As a past member of the Hawaii Convention Center Corporate Advisory Board as well as a member of the MPI Industry Advisory Panel, and an MPI Ambassador to Singapore, Joe has a well-deserved reputation among his many business associates and clients as a hands on, low maintenance vendor who can get the job done and get it done well, on time, and within budget.
In addition to his role as President of StageOne Events, Joe also serves as the Executive Director of the MCLE Network, and is the owner of National Reunion Services and a Founding Partner of Reunions on Demand.
When not working, Joe sits on several volunteer boards, volunteers his time teaching Junior Achievement, is a loving father and husband that enjoys golf, Disneyland and laughing with friends.
Favorite Quote
“Always do what is right. It will gratify some people and astonish the rest.”
