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CEO Jon Stromberg: 2009 Proves a Winner for THG

Through a year of negative press and talk of global economic downturn, THG staff continued their division growth with over 30 first-time sales, 16 division promotions, and three new office openings across the North American region, according to THG CEO Jon Stromberg.
“Our experience shows that five-star hospitality at signature sporting events remains a critical channel [...]

Rugby Hospitality Offers Unique, Business- and Relationship-Building Opportunities

On the heels of successful client hospitality during the recently completed Rugby Autumn Internationals, THG Sports is fielding strong interest from C-level executives for hospitality during some of the sport’s top events, including the Six Nations Rugby events in Europe, and the 2011 Rugby World Championship in Auckland, New Zealand, says THG Sports CEO Jon [...]

New Montreal THG Account Executive Does ‘Swimmingly’ Well

Just three weeks into her role as an Account Executive for THG’s Montreal office, former Olympic synchronized swimmer, Isabelle Rampling, closed her first sale.
Rampling (pictured at right) is among eight new Account Executives who over this last quarter joined THG’s Montreal office as part of the company’s broader North American expansion plan. “She brings [...]

Jon Stromberg CEO THG North America: Asian Golf Events Popular for Multi-National Clients

The recent Shanghai Champions Golf Tournament and Barclays Singapore Open proved to be successful platforms for executive hospitality for companies with U.S. and Asian business interests, according to Jon Stromberg, THG Sports CEO.
“We had a record numbers of C-level hospitality clients and guests from U.S. and Asian companies at both events,” Stromberg says. “The strong [...]

THG Sports Announces Key Team Member Promotions

THG Sports CEO Jon Stromberg announces promotions for 13 sales executives following their successful efforts in the past quarter to meet performance goals and surpass client expectations.
“These promotions are part of our ‘grow from within’ strategy that rewards team members who are critical for our company’s ongoing success,” Stromberg says. “With the expansion of THG’s [...]

THG Sports Completes Augusta Tournament Hospitality Office Upgrades

THG Sports CEO Jon Stromberg announces the completion of office upgrades for its new Augusta Tournament Hospitality division, a Toronto-based group dedicated to providing top-tier hospitality packages and services during professional golf’s annual Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta, Ga.
“The completion of our Toronto office upgrades reflects our two decade-commitment to providing unmatched hospitality during one [...]

Jon Stromberg CEO THG North America: 2009 Presidents Cup Delivers Top-Tier Hospitality Experience

THG Sports provided hospitality for more than 300 C-level executives and guests during this month’s 2009 Presidents Cup in San Francisco, an event that provided stellar professional golf and unprecedented business development and networking opportunities, says THG Sports CEO Jon Stromberg.
“We’re continuing to see strong interest from C-level executives in securing hospitality opportunities at signature [...]

THG Sports CEO Jon Stromberg: Completion of Euroleague Basketball Finals Sparks Interest in 2010 NCAA College Championships

With the excitement following the 2009 Euroleague Basketball Final, and the 2009-2010 College Basketball season beginning in the coming weeks, THG Sports is fielding strong interest from Fortune 1000 clients to secure their executive hospitality during next years NCAA College Finals in Indianapolis April 3rd & 5th, says THG Sports CEO Jon Stromberg.
“Both the NCAA [...]

Jon Stromberg CEO THG Sports North America: Y.E. Yang’s PGA Victory Spurs Interest in Global Golf Hospitality

On the heels of South Korean Y.E. Yang’s historic and stunning win over Tiger Woods at this month’s PGA Championship; THG Sports is seeing an increased interest from global clients to secure hospitality during golf’s majors on behalf of their Asian clients, says THG Sports CEO Jon Stromberg.
“Since Y.E. Yang’s victory two weeks ago, we’ve [...]

CEO Jon Stromberg: THG Sports’ Largest Annual US Event Evolves Following 19 Years of Service

THG Sports has organized premium corporate hospitality during the US Open Golf Championships. Entertaining more than 60 corporations annually during this major event, THG’s involvement next year will mark its 20th year and third return back to the breathtaking Pebble Beach Golf Links (June 17-20, 2010).
“We’re acknowledging the prestige of this event and our two [...]

CEO Jon Stromberg: Montreal Men’s Tennis Finals Offers Thrilling Finish For Clients

THG Sports’ hospitality clients at the Montreal Men’s Tennis Finals this past weekend witnessed a thrilling final match in which Scotland’s Andy Murray bested Argentinian Juan Martin del Potro after three long sets that included two tie-breakers and 100-plus degree heat.
“With the heat, our clients really appreciated our air conditioned facilities,” Stromberg says. “The match [...]

CEO Jon Stromberg: THG Sports Division to Specialize in Annual Master’s Golf Hospitality

THG Sports North America has developed a new division based in Toronto to leverage the company’s 20 years of experience providing C-level hospitality during professional golf’s signature event, the Masters Tournament, says THG Sports CEO Jon Stromberg.
“With more C-level executives seeking relationship-building opportunities with proven ROI at top-tier sporting events, the timing is perfect to [...]