About Access 180
Access 180 represents a collection of experts that are the standard bearers for knowledge and experience in the media and communication arena as well as within the various industries they serve. The Access 180 team has built its legacy based on the principle of delivering value to client partners through a client-centric approach, sensitivity to industry dynamics, and strategic and creative thinking to ultimately realize the goals and objectives of its clients.
The Access 180 Team
Art Ellis
President
Art Ellis is a top-producing sales and marketing professional with 15 years of management experience in world-class organizations. Consistently successful in developing new markets, penetrating territories, identifying talent and managing large-scale events for Fortune 500 companies worldwide, Art is a goal-driven manager committed to developing outcomes mutually beneficial to the company and the client. Art holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from University of Georgia.
Grayson Lutz
Vice President, Operations
Grayson Lutz has over 10 years of operations, sales and marketing experience within the event industry. Grayson has proven expertise in managing all operational aspects of tradeshows, including site inspections, marketing, exhibitor booth sales, vendor selection and contract negotiations. Grayson has consistently demonstrated not only the ability to effectively and efficiently manage event logistics but the talent for developing and nurturing strong professional relationships. Prior to joining Access 180, Grayson was Operations Director for an international tradeshow production organization, overseeing tradeshows in a variety of industries. Grayson holds a B.A. in Psychology from Rollins College.
Kevin Bird
Vice President, Sales
Kevin Bird has over eight years of sales and management experience in the business media industry. With a particular focus on the healthcare market, Kevin has a strong track record of developing profitable sales programs, strategic and budget planning, and operations management. Throughout his career, Kevin has been consistently recognized for his outstanding sales, leadership, relationship-building and management skills. Prior to joining Access 180, Kevin held a management position at an international tradeshow production organization where he directed a leading healthcare industry event.
Cory Smith
Vice President, Marketing
Cory Smith has over 16 years experience in the business media industry with a history of creatively managing and growing business portfolios. Cory has demonstrated the ability to develop and implement business strategies to achieve corporate objectives through his proven leadership skills, consensus and team-building abilities, and his customer-focused approach. Cory is a graduate of the University of Georgia with a BBA in Risk Management.
