Global Experience Specialists, Inc.
Viad (pronounced VEE-ahd) is an S&P SmallCap 600 international experiential services company with operations in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, continental Europe, the United Arab Emirates, and Iceland. Viad generates revenue and shareholder value through two business units: Pursuit and GES. Pursuit is a collection of inspiring and unforgettable travel experiences in Alaska, Montana, the Canadian Rockies, Vancouver, and Reykjavik, as well as new experiences in development in Las Vegas and Toronto. Pursuit’s collection includes attractions, lodges and hotels, and sightseeing tours that connect guests with iconic places. GES is a global, full-service live events company offering a comprehensive range of services to the world's leading brands and event organizers.
Our strategy for Pursuit is to significantly scale the business by growing and enhancing our high-margin attraction and hospitality portfolio through our Refresh-Build-Buy and revenue management growth initiatives. Specifically, we are focused on refreshing our existing assets to drive both rate and volume growth, building new assets and buying assets that add scale to the business and generate strong returns on investment.
Our strategy for GES is to be the preferred global full-service provider for live events, with further reach to corporate and consumer events, exhibitions, congresses and conferences. We expect to do this through the acquisition of businesses that compete in industry sectors with higher profit margins, add new, value-added services for our customers that complement and enhance our existing businesses, and further leverage our global capabilities.
Solid financial performance has allowed us to maintain a strong balance sheet, while also investing in the business and returning capital to shareholders. From 2015 - 2019 we have:
- Generated cumulative operating cash flow of $471.6 million
- Returned $61.6 million to shareholders in the form of dividends and share repurchases
- Reinvested $589.3 million back into the business in the form of capital expenditures and acquisitions, net of divestitures of non-strategic real estate assets
- Maintained a strong balance sheet, with a 39% debt-to-capital ratio as of December 31, 2019
Viad is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol VVI.
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Tennessee
Global Experience Specialists, Inc.
Description *** Candidate must reside in the Atlanta or Nashville area*** Coordinate and develop all operational aspects of all Show-Site operations, which are inclusive of Freight, Logistics and Decorating. Delivery of the highest level of...
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Lithia Springs, Georgia
Global Experience Specialists, Inc.
Description *** Candidate must reside in the Atlanta or Nashville area*** Coordinate and develop all operational aspects of all Show-Site operations, which are inclusive of Freight, Logistics and Decorating. Delivery of the highest level of...
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Hodgkins, Illinois
Global Experience Specialists, Inc.
Description FULL-TIME CREATIVE ASSOCIATE ROLE FOR AN UP-AND-COMING DESIGNER! Are you a talented and enthusiastic college graduate ready to embark on an exciting journey in the live event industry? We are seeking a Chicago-based Creative Ass...
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Associate Client Services Manager
Hodgkins, Illinois
Global Experience Specialists, Inc.
Description *This opportunity is an in-person position located in downtown Chicago at the Hyatt Regency Chicago at 151 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601* Our Associate Client Services Manager coordinates and oversees tradeshow production...
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Manager of Business Development
Alexandria, Virginia
Global Experience Specialists, Inc.
Description The Business Development Manager will identify and implement objectives, strategies and action plans to pursue and close short- and long-term sales opportunities, as well as ensure consistent, profitable growth in sales and reve...
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Las Vegas, Nevada
Global Experience Specialists, Inc.
Description You're a true Detailer with a passion for creating intricate layouts from conceptual renderings. You're seeking an opportunity to grow within a collaborative team of creatives dedicated to producing memorable experiences for our...
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Manager of Business Development
Renton, Washington
Global Experience Specialists, Inc.
Description The Business Development Manager will identify and implement objectives, strategies and action plans to pursue and close short- and long-term sales opportunities, as well as ensure consistent, profitable growth in sales and reve...
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Manager of Business Development
Las Vegas, Nevada
Global Experience Specialists, Inc.
Description The Business Development Manager will identify and implement objectives, strategies and action plans to pursue and close short- and long-term sales opportunities, as well as ensure consistent, profitable growth in sales and reve...
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Hodgkins, Illinois
Global Experience Specialists, Inc.
Description EXCITING ACCOUNT ASSOCIATE POSITION FOR EMERGING PROFESSIONALS! Are you a dynamic, go-getter with a passion for business development, events, and a hunger for real-world experience? Look no further! Our highly coveted full-time ...
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Orlando, Florida
Global Experience Specialists, Inc.
Description Plan and direct the activities of the Show-Site Operations staff to manage and create efficiencies and profitability, while producing high quality service for GES Events. Participate in establishing and implementing Operations, ...
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