Shepard names Sarah Aivaz SVP of Business Operations

Shepard Names Sarah Aivaz New SVP of Business Solutions to Spearhead Technological Advancements

ATLANTA, GA – Shepard, an industry leading event production company, proudly introduces Sarah Aivaz, SVP of Business Solutions, as its latest addition to the executive team. With a proven track record of fostering innovation and driving transformation through technology, Aivaz steps into a strategic leadership role to amplify the visionary roadmap of Shepard’s business solutions.  

Kevin Bird, Shepard’s CEO, expressed enthusiasm about the new addition. He stated, “Sarah’s extensive experience, wealth of knowledge, and profound understanding of our industry’s complexities uniquely position her with the ability to propel our technology stack forward, enriching the experience for both our valued customers and dedicated associates.” 

Aivaz will focus heavily on optimizing the customer user experience, working closely with Shepard’s newly appointed VP of Engineering, Chris Boozer. These strategic roles will synergize seamlessly, tapping into Boozer’s ability to develop comprehensive software solutions and deep understanding of Shepard’s internal architecture, along with Aivaz’s proven success with igniting cross-functional transformation. 

Aivaz herself is also enthusiastic about the opportunity, stating, “I’m excited to leverage my eighteen years of industry experience and passion for technology processes to make an impact within Shepard and for the diverse array of customers we serve.” 

With the introduction of these new roles, Shepard is primed to accelerate the advancements of their business solutions within its dynamic technology team. These strategic appointments reaffirm Shepard’s commitment to enhancing the employee and customer experience, while also paving the way to set new industry standards for innovation.

About Shepard

Shepard is a nationwide event production company with a rich legacy dating back to 1905. Specializing in corporate events, trade shows, conferences, and exhibits, Shepard is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and fostering connections through innovative event solutions. With a comprehensive suite of services and employee-ownership model, Shepard is a trusted leader in producing memorable event experiences.

Shepard is a full-service event production company. We design, develop and manage trade shows, corporate and other events throughout the U.S.