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Jeff Haughton
Jeff Haughton is CEM of Industrial Expositions, Inc. (IEI). Since 1958, IEI has been owned and operated by The Haughton family, who entered into the exhibition industry upon purchasing the three-year-old business in Wichita, Kansas and moving it to Denver. Throughout the years, the business has been lead by Richard Haughton (from 1958-1977), by Jacqueline Haughton (from 1977-1990) and currently by Jeff Haughton and his sister, Linda Card, CEM. The family is highly regarded as leaders and innovators in the exhibition management industry. Dick, Jacquie, Jeff and Linda have each served the industry as officers and volunteers in various prestigious associations and organizations. Earlier this year, Jeff Haughton, CEM, and president and CEO of IEI, was awarded the Chairman's Award from the International Association for Exhibition Management (IAEM), the Association's highest honor. The IAEM Chairman's Award provides an expression of appreciation and recognition to an individual whose contribution might otherwise go unheralded, and who has provided exceptional support to the exhibition management industry including trade shows and public exposition arenas. The Chairman's Award acknowledged Jeff's service to IAEM. He served on the Board of Directors and on numerous committees and task forces. His specific contribution has been as the voice of the consumer show organizer and producer. Jeff also served on the board of the National Association of Consumer Shows (NACS) as president and other officer roles. IEI's current calendar of events includes the Colorado RV Adventure Travel Show, the Colorado RV, Sports, Boat & Travel Show, the Spring Home & Patio Show, the Colorado Off-Highway Expo, the Rocky Mountain Snowmobile & Ice Fishing Expo and the Kansas Sports, Boat & Travel Show in Wichita. For more information on Industrial Expositions, Inc., call 303-892-6800 or visit the company's website at www.bigasalloutdoors.com
Sports
2004-02-01 09:19:00
What will we see this year?
: How did the Sport, Boat & Travel Show originate?
ANSWER:  The Sports Show first opened in the mid-1950s at the Wichita Forum Building. For these five decades, several generations of families have come seeking all kinds of outdoor fun.  In 2004, the show focuses on opening up this family adventure to new generations. Features for families will include a special appearance by President Theodore Roosevelt, avid sportsman and conservationist and one of the greatest American presidents.  Keith McGough, the creator of “Theodore Roosevelt Today”, is a lifetime admirer of the not-often-found ideals of America's hero from 100 years ago. McGough ended his business career at age 50 to professionally portray President Theodore Roosevelt as a national professional speaker. He has appeared before national and state associations, Fortune 500 companies and classrooms across the country.Other activities for families include the Make-A-Wish Foundation's Trout Fishing Pond where kids can catch their first trout of the season and the Department of Wildlife's Electronic Target Shooting System.  Water fun seekers will find great deals on new fishing and ski boats. Campers and RV travelers who prefer the freedom of RV travel will find the latest models and special value pricing.  Catfish pro Dennis Halgren from Illinois, is set to talk to show visitors about his secrets for championship fishing and Phillip Hain demonstrates casting techniques and the correct use of new bait products on his Travelin' Fish Tank, a 40' long glass aquarium.  Additionally, there will be giant exhibits of boats, RVs, vacation ideas, travel packages, motorcycles, personal watercraft, fishing tackle and supplies; hunting accessories, hunting and fishing pros, waterfowl and turkey calling seminars, snake and reptile education and more. The 50th should prove to be quite a celebration!
 
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