Chris Strong

Chris Strong is a seasoned executive with over 30 years in association management, now serving as a Principal with West Side Strategies. He previously worked as Senior VP with the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), driving event management and membership growth, and increasing annual revenues. Before NBAA, Chris led membership and trade show initiatives at the Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association (SGMA) and contributed to membership, marketing, and business development at the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM). He holds an MBA and a B.A. in Journalism and is active in professional circles including the Institute for Organization Management, PAR, ASAE and the International Association of Exhibitions and Events.