Bio

Empowering People to Make a Difference.
Partner, Chief Advocate of Revent LLC and Founder of
Voices in Advocacy™, Roger’s unique experience,
education and passion for the topic of advocacy along with
his in-depth knowledge of the meetings industry give you
solid assurance for a successful performance.

Since the age of 13, Roger has been an advocate for
involvement within the community.
    •        First elected to public office at age 18 and re-
    elected at age 20.
    •        Former legislative staffer for the Pennsylvania
    State Legislature.
    •        Experience on local, state and national
    Presidential campaigns.

Roger majored in Political Science and played baseball at
Pennsylvania State University and is still a proud Nittany
Lion.

Throughout his professional business career Roger has
been a partner or sole-proprietor in six different
companies including a destination management firm.  His
lifetime experience has also included being a
professional bodyguard, security detail in hotel
operations, logistics for major sporting events, and a
sales executive for the meetings, incentive and events
market.

Roger is a highly acclaimed speaker, educator, and writer
of on key issues and relationships that drive positive
transformation. Roger is recognized as a leading
spokesman for the business value and economic
significance for the meeting and visitor industries.

He has served in numerous industry associations’
leadership roles, is a recipient of several international
industry awards, and is a member of Meeting
Professional International’s prestigious “Community of
Honoree’s”.

Casually known as the “Big Guy”, Roger’s exuberant
personality makes for engaging presentations
empowering people to make a difference.

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