Long-time Experient VP Terence Donnelly Passes Away
July 30, 2019
The trade show industry lost one if its own July 20, Terence Donnelly, a long-time executive at Experient and a good friend to many.
“Terence was full of positivity, always had a smile on his face, a kind word to everyone around him and a warm hug whenever you saw him,” said TSNN President Rachel Wimberly. “There are no words to describe this loss, and TSNN sends thoughts to his wife, two sons, family, friends and colleagues.”
Terence was a passionate moderator for TSNN-supported #Expochat as well, leading vibrant discussions on hot-button topics in the trade show industry.
Below is Terence’s obituary with his funeral and Celebration of Life details to be held Aug. 1 in D.C. and Arlington, Va.:
Terence was born in Allentown, Pa., in 1966, the son of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas R. Donnelly, Jr.
After attending St. Michael’s High School in St. Michaels, Md., and Bishop Ireton High School in Alexandria, Va., Terence earned his undergraduate degree from Mary Washington College, Fredericksburg, Va.
Terence had charisma and magnetism and welcomed anyone he met with a warm and infectious smile.
A lover of golf, fine wine and cigars, he was affectionately known in many of his circles of life as T-Dawg.
His adult life was spent as a change agent and ambassador in the hospitality and event technology sectors, most recently spending 15 years as VP and Strategic Solutions Director at Experient.
Terence had an immense devotion for The Catholic Church, his family, his friends, and his profession.
The family will receive friends during a visitation Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Saint Martin of Tours Catholic Church, 1908 North Capitol Street NW, Washington, D.C. A funeral service will follow immediately at 11 a.m.
A Celebration of Life will take place following the service, but the location is the Key Bridge Marriott, 1401 Lee Hwy, Arlington, Va., 22209.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Greater Washington Region for the American Heart Association.
Partner Voices
MGM Resorts is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture, not just among employees and guests but also within its supply chain. The company prioritizes procuring goods and services from businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals and those facing economic disadvantages. This commitment is integral to MGM Resorts' global procurement strategy.
Through its voluntary supplier diversity program, MGM Resorts actively identifies and connects certified diverse-owned suppliers to opportunities within its supply chain. The company is on track to spend at least 15% of its biddable procurement with diverse-owned businesses by 2025, demonstrating that supplier diversity is not only a social responsibility but also a strategic business imperative.
Supplier diversity isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s good for business. A diverse supply chain allows access to a broader range of perspectives and experience, helping to drive innovation, entrepreneurship and resilience, while strengthening communities. At MGM Resorts, engaging diverse suppliers ensures best-in-class experiences for guests and clients. Supplier diversity ensures a more resilient supply chain while supporting economic development in the communities in which it operates.
The impact of MGM Resorts' supplier diversity initiatives is significant. In 2023, these efforts supported over 3,500 jobs across more than 30 states, contributed over $214 million in income for diverse-owned businesses and generated more than $62 million in tax revenue. The story extends beyond the numbers – it reflects the tangible benefits brought to small and diverse-owned businesses, fostering economic empowerment in their communities.
MGM Resorts also supports the development and business skills of diverse-owned businesses through investment, mentorship and education. Through the MGM Resorts Supplier Diversity Mentorship Program, the company identifies, mentors and develops diverse-owned businesses to fill its future pipeline, while providing businesses with tools and resources to empower and uplift. Since 2017, the program has successfully graduated 105 diverse-owned businesses and is on track to achieve its goal of 150 graduates by 2025.
MGM Resorts’ commitment to supplier diversity not only enhances its business operations but also plays a crucial role in uplifting communities and fostering economic development. This approach reinforces the idea that diversity is a powerful driver of innovation and resilience, benefiting both the company and the wider community.
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