Mike Carlucci, Chief Operating Officer at Clarion Events, North America, has a storied career in the events industry. With more than 20 years of experience in a wide range of roles, including sales, show management and company operations, Carlucci has found the key to being a great leader is to empower and embrace excellence in his teams. In this Power Lunch-style interview with Courtney Muller, President, Manifest and Chief Corporate Development Officer, Connectiv, he offers insights into how the trade show world is continuously changing, how to build a team from the ground up and why transparency, trust and honesty are his guiding principles for strong relationships and partnerships.