Jeff Calore He/Him

Jeff Calore is responsible for strategy, client performance and talent development across Smithbucklin’s Event Services practice. He is a purpose-driven leader experienced in event strategy and design, management and revenue development strategy.

Jeff joined Smithbucklin in 2019 after serving as senior vice president at the National Restaurant Association, where he led supplier partnerships and revenue strategies for the National Restaurant Association Show. He also held senior roles with leading event and media organizations, including Hanley Wood, 1105 Media, CMP/UBM and Reed Exhibitions. Jeff is a member of the International Association of Exhibitions & Events (IAEE), Major American Trade Show Organizers (MATSO), Society of Independent Show Organizers (SISO) and PCMA.

Jeff holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of Maryland.