Experient and Maritz Host 20th Annual Holiday Unwrap

CHICAGO - Jan. 16, 2014 - PRLog -- Twinsburg, OH – Experient (http://www.experient-inc.com/), the source for integrated meeting and event solutions, showcased their holiday spirit with the 20^th Annual Holiday Unwrap open house and gift drive on December 16. Employees from Experient and Maritz Travel (http://www.maritztravel.com/), along with over 170 clients and hotel, CVB and supplier partners, participated in this special holiday event at its Chicago Office location to benefit the LYDIA Home Association (http://www.lydiahome.org). LYDIA serves thousands of children and families in and around Chicago by helping them overcome obstacles such as trauma from abuse and neglect.

“I am always so proud of the time, effort, ideas and heart that go into ensuring this event is a huge success,” said Jeff Sacks, CMP, Vice President - Strategic Account Management for Experient. “The Holiday Unwrap continues to serve as an opportunity for us to give back, and we’re grateful for the support of our sponsors and donors who give so generously each year.  The manner in which our guests have embraced this event has allowed so many children that would have otherwise gone without, to have gifts and everyday staples during the holidays and throughout the year.”

Guests filled a 10-foot cargo van with everything from everyday essentials such as diapers, formula and winter clothes, to special wish list items including electronics, gift cards, and of course, toys. The donations supported over 200 children at LYDIA.

“Christmas is our kids’ favorite time of year, and while that may be true for most children, it is especially true for the children we care for here at LYDIA,” said Meredith Kober, Community Relations Manager at LYDIA Home Association. “We are blessed to have Experient’s donations and support, which allow our kids learn in a tangible way that they are cared for and loved.”

To help provide support for the children of the LYDIA Home Association or to learn more about the organization, please visit www.lydiahome.org.

About Experient

Experient, a Maritz Travel Company, leads the meetings & events industry as one of the best-known and most respected brands in the world. Its core offerings include event intelligence, attendance building, technological innovation, experiential enhancement, risk management & security, and revenue generation & cost savings for association, tradeshow and government clients. Experient employs professionals dedicated to fulfilling its vision of transforming business and people through the event experience by delivering leading-edge solutions in registration, housing, event planning and management, site sourcing, contract negotiation, mobile apps, lead retrieval, marketing and data management for meetings, conventions and exhibitions around the world. Visit www.experient-inc.com for more information. Media kit and staff portraits may be found at www.experient-inc.com/press.