Nationwide Marketing Group (NMG) recently announced that Melissa Stenson has joined the organization as vice president of member experience. Previously the senior meeting planner for Sterling Events Group, Stenson spearheaded coordination of Nationwide’s industry-leading PrimeTime tradeshow and conference. She previously served as a program manager and regional supervisor for ITA Group in West Des Moines, Iowa, and as director of operations for Sterling Events Group.
“Melissa has long been an integral part of the Nationwide team, helping us create a world-class experience for our members and vendors at PrimeTime and other key events,” said Tom Hickman, Nationwide’s president and chief member advocate in a statement. “This new role within Nationwide Marketing Group will allow her to expand on the work she’s been doing for nearly 20 years, advocating for our members and their business success. We’re excited to officially welcome her to the family.”
In addition to her new role, Stenson will continue working with Sterling Events Group to organize PrimeTime. explore new ways to increase member engagement and improve the overall member experience.
“This new role makes doing more for our members – and doing it better – my sole focus,” said Stenson in a statement. “We only win when our members win, and every single employee is responsible for helping our members succeed. I’m excited to work with stakeholders across the company to ensure that we are all doing just that.”
Nationwide Marketing Group works on behalf of thousands of independent appliance, furniture, bedding, electronics, specialty electronics, custom installation and rent-to-own dealers helping them grow their businesses and thrive on their own terms.
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