JP grew up in Delphos, Ohio. He graduated from Bowling Green State University with a bachelors degree in accounting. He worked as a CPA and Controller for several companies before becoming involved with Lasting Impressions in 1993. Together with his business partner, Karl Liesinger, Lasting Impressions began to grow, culminating with the purchase of KG Marx in 1998. JP became sole owner and president of Lasting Impressions in late 1998. JP is married to Patty Fritz for over 34 years. They have twin sons who both graduated with Bachelors college degrees and are now part of the LI family. JP’s furry kids currently consist of a chocolate Labrador retriever, a yellow Labrador retriever and a black cat. When JP isn’t busy at work he enjoys riding his bike, reading historical novels, cooking, collecting wine and drinking craft beer.

Bill Ferguson, CSEP, CERP, is a strategic and growth-oriented Chief Operating Officer and brings over 40 years of event industry experience to Lasting Impressions. He excels at turning business strategies into actionable plans that increase efficiency, boost profitability, and build high-performing teams. Bill is a team-focused leader, dedicated to ensuring every client receives high-quality products and efficient service. As COO, he oversees all daily operations, including production, logistics, and internal administration. Bill's passion for the event industry extends beyond his work; he shares his knowledge through his involvement with ILEA, The Ohio State University Hospitality Management Board, and various educational programs for CSEP and CERP. In his free time, Bill enjoys traveling, particularly to Florida and Key West, and exploring new destinations. He has a special fondness for cruising the U.S. Virgin Islands and touring Europe. His lifelong passion for music recently led him back to attend the Drum Corps International Championships in Indianapolis.

Patty is from Youngstown, Ohio (Y-town). She graduated from Youngstown State University in 1985 with bachelor degrees in both Computer Science and Mathematics. She has lived and worked in Columbus, Ohio since graduating from college. She was a systems analyst and engineer at Chemical Abstracts for over 10 years. Patty then worked as a Senior Computer Consultant for 7 years. She met JP in 1987 and has been married to him for over 34 crazy years. They have twin sons who both graduated with Bachelors college degrees and are now part of the LI family. Empty nester Patty officially joined the Lasting Impressions staff in the Fall of 2015. She is using her various skills from her IT background to help the company’s Sales staff and now is the coordinator for IT, HR and Special projects. She still spoils her four legged kids - a sweet chocolate lab, a silly yellow lab and a black kitty as much as possible. When Patty isn’t hiking with her dogs, she enjoys reading mystery novels, visiting Columbus Zoo, checking out art and good restaurants with her hubby and planting flowers and veggies in her gardens.

Boasting a natural talent for conceptualizing and executing unique events, Ryan brings over a decade of expertise in event planning & management, floral design, catering, marketing, and sales to our team. His unwavering passion for the industry has seen him orchestrate countless memorable events, spanning from concerts and city-wide events to weddings, corporate soirées, and fundraisers, each meticulously crafted with industry knowledge and attention to detail. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Ryan is actively involved in industry associations including the Ohio Hotel & Lodging Association, Plexus, local Convention & Visitors Bureaus, and the Live Events Coalition. At Meeting Professionals International (MPI) Ohio Chapter, he holds the role of Director of Special Projects, and at the International Live Events Association (ILEA), he currently serves as Immediate Past President of the Cleveland Chapter and Regional Vice President of the eight Midwest Chapters. When not immersed in the world of events, Ryan finds joy in activities such as cooking, gardening, horseback riding, traveling, and exploring Cleveland's thriving restaurant scene – embodying his commitment to both professional excellence and personal enrichment.

After starting at Lasting Impressions in June of 1999 as an office assistant, Melissa learned quickly everything she could about event rentals and has been managing the Columbus office since. Overseeing accounts receivable, IT and software development, the Columbus showroom and office staff, as well as liaising with other departments and locations, she can be relied upon to find a solution to almost every problem. When she’s not at work, she would love to spend her time writing, reading, crafting, baking, or gardening, but is generally quite busy renovating her ``forever`` house and taking care of her young family.

Zach graduated from Miami University in 2019 with a Bachelors of Science degree in Kinesiology with a minor in Nutrition. He worked for the company part time in the tent department for 7 years and has been full-time for the last six years. Zach's years of experience in tenting have given him the skills to help customers envision their event tenting. He is also a recent Ohio ARA board member. In his spare time Zach enjoys crossfit, golfing, snowboarding, hanging out with family and friends and going to sporting events such as Ohio State football and Blue Jackets games. Zach also enjoys trying different foods, new dark rums, various wines and craft beers.

Mikailah is originally from Homerville, OH. She graduated from Youngstown State University with a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality in December of 2023. After graduation, she made the move to Columbus. Mikailah found her interest in events by doing her internship at Stambaugh Auditorium and DeYor Performing Arts Center. It was there she decided the event industry was perfect for her. In her free time, Mikailah loves to read, go plant shopping, find new restaurants to try, and see everything Columbus has to offer.

Maddy grew up and currently lives in Delaware, Ohio. She attended Columbus State Community College and studied Hospitality, Tourism and Event Management. Maddy fell in love with weddings and events at a very young age. She has spent the past ten years working in the wedding industry. She loves archery and taking hikes with her dog. Maddy also loves exploring new places and finding new experiences.

Stephanie grew up in Columbus and currently resides in Delaware. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education from Capital University. After a decade dedicated to working with children, she transitioned to the medical field. It was during her time in a medical practice that she discovered her passion for event planning and execution. With her inherent organizational abilities, a love for color coordination, and a genuine desire to assist others, she feels she has found her true calling.

Happily married to her best friend, Doug, Stephanie is also a proud parent to five beloved rescued pets. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, exploring new culinary experiences, immersing herself in the arts (museums, theater, festivals, concerts), attending and watching sporting events, treasure hunting at garage sales, and cherishing moments with family. She is eager to bring her extensive customer service background to Lasting Impressions and is thrilled to join the team.

Dayana came to lasting impressions in June of 2022 after graduating high school. She started off in the laundry department where she learned the ins and outs of what goes into processing linen for our orders. She knew she wanted to branch out and get in touch with her creative abilities, that is when she realized she wanted to become part of the sales team at Lasting Impressions. In her spare time she likes to listen to music, try new restaurants and spend time with her family. She one day hopes to visit her home country, Mexico and discover new places around the world.

Mike was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. He is a graduate from Whetstone High School. Mike's attention to detail made him a perfect fit for his Warehouse Manager position at LI. Most recently he has been promoted to Assistant Operations Manager. In his spare time, Mike enjoys golfing and bowling. He's even bowled a perfect 300 game! Mike spends as much quality time as possible with his wonderful wife and furry kids.

Tyler has been with Lasting Impressions for 8 years. He joined our tent department after he graduated from high school in 2015. Tyler was a seasonal tent crew member for the first 3 years while he was attending college at The Ohio State University studying physics. He has been full time in the tent department for 5 years and Tyler worked his way up to the Tent Manager position. When Tyler's not working, he likes to spend his free time at the gym or taking his German Shepard, Frankie, on walks.

Andrea was born in Morelia, Mexico. She moved to Chicago at just 16 years old and went to high school there where she learned to speak English. After Chicago she moved to Ohio and started her journey here in Lasting Impressions in 2011. Andrea started off ironing while also learning all the other positions in the linen department. In 2018 she was promoted to the supervisor position. In her spare time she likes to spend time with her 3 kids and her husband. She loves to cook and explore new places. Overall Andrea loves her job and team here in LI.

Jeff Mader was born in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from Whetstone High School and attended Hocking College. Jeff loves to fish for walleye with his dad and brother on the family boat at Lake Erie. He also likes to raise, hatch, and release monarch butterflies. Jeff also loves to garden. Jeff resides with his English bulldog, Otis. They take long walks everyday.

Veronica started in Sales and has worked her way up to Office Manager here at Lasting Impressions in Cleveland. She graduated in Spring of 2023 with her Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Kent State University as well as her Associate's Degree in Business Management. With over eight years of experience in customer service Veronica is passionate about helping others, and in this case making sure any event big or small is successfully executed. When Veronica isn’t at work, you can find her hiking in the beautiful Cuyahoga Valley National Park, kayaking with friends, trying out new restaurants, and playing tennis.

Kat, a proud Cleveland, Ohio native, has dedicated her career to the customer service industry, where she thrives on building meaningful connections within the communities she serves. An avid traveler, Kat has spent countless summers exploring the U.S. by car, with a special love for the breathtaking Alaskan coastline. When she’s not working, she cherishes time with her young son and enjoys immersing herself in creative pursuits like acrylic painting, attending live concerts, and discovering new culinary experiences.

Jadyn is an Event Rental Coordinator here in Cleveland. She was born and raised in Bolivar, Ohio and moved to Stow to attend the University of Akron. After graduating in the Fall of 2023, Jadyn worked through college in the customer service industry making her a perfect employee who is client focused. When Jadyn is not working you can find her working out, traveling, or hanging out with her dog.

Tom was born and raised in the Cleveland, Ohio area and graduated from Bay High. He has been in the event rental business for 15 years now; starting from loading trucks to deliveries and setting up tents and tables. All of his experience has paid off and has lead him to being promoted to Lasting Impressions' Operations Manager. When Tom is not at work he is home spending time with his wife and pets, watching his favorite sports, or fishing. When he is at work, he is focused on making sure that our customer's rental experience meets all of their expectations.

Jake is the Warehouse Manager in Cleveland. Jake has worked for Lasting Impressions for 13 years in the tent, delivery and warehouse departments in both the Columbus and Cleveland locations. He graduated with a Bachelors degree in Business Management at Capital University in May 2019. When not working, he enjoys spoiling his dog & cat, playing video games, smoking cigars, listening to music, golfing, snowboarding and going to sporting events. Jake is an avid Ohio State, Cavs and Guardians fan.

Christina (Tina) Burbacher, a Cincinnati native, spent 12 years in Seattle, starting at age 19, before returning to her hometown. She is deeply passionate about animals, especially horses, and actively fosters kittens. Professionally, Tina has mostly worked in office administration or personally assisting heads of companies, driven by a desire to help others. One of her life long goals has been to learn how to surf. In her perfect world, she would live on the beach and go surfing and boating daily.

Matt grew up in Maine and moved to Ohio to kickstart his career after graduating from the University of Southern Maine in 2023 with a degree in Business Administration. Outside of work, he likes to spend time golfing, snowboarding, traveling, and playing games.

Nick started working at The Alleen Company back in 2006 when he was just a teenager. As a teenager, he worked in the warehouse and eventually moved into a delivery and tent crew position. Eventually, he became a tent crew leader gaining valuable experience which allowed him to transition into the role of Operations Manager. He worked as the Operations Manager for 1-1/2 years and most recently has moved into our Account Executive and Tent Specialist. His newest position as an Account Executive and Tent Specialist allows him to use his vast Alleen experience as well as his degree to help our Sales team provide the best service to our growing customer base. Nick graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 2015 with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting. He is an avid soccer fan who has had season tickets to FC Cincinnati since day one. In his spare time, he likes to play soccer as well and has been in a Sunday league for the past few years.

Wednesday was born in Michigan and grew up in a small town in Arkansas. She moved to Ohio in 2006. She is a proud mom of three kids and two dogs, Luna and Casper. Wednesday is excited to bring her passion for creativity and detail to the event industry! In her free time, you'll find her crafting, reading, or tending to her beloved plants. Gardening is her true passion, and she has a deep love for both outdoor gardens and houseplants.

Elena was born in Guatemala but raised in West Chester, Ohio. She worked in the China and Dish department prior to graduating high school in May of 2023. She soon realized that she loved working with customers and joined the sales team at The Alleen Company. An avid sports fan, she played soccer for 13 years. In her spare time, she likes to watch her local sports teams, loves going to FC Cincinnati games and loves to spend time with her family and her dog Coco.

Kenny has been with The Alleen Company for fifteen years. He worked as our Warehouse Manager for 9 years and has most recently been promoted to Operations Manager. He brings valuable experience as a crew member to the job which allows him to provide quality and accurate equipment to our customers. Kenny’s familiarity with our inventory and procedures is second to none. Kenny enjoys music, concerts and spending time with his 2 grandchildren

Ryan grew up in Fairfield Ohio and graduated from the University of Cincinnati. Ryan brings past experience in sales and national account management. Ryan came to The Alleen Company in 2013 as a part time employee as a permit specialist and has been full time since 2018. Ryan now helps with permitting, sales staff, and operations. Ryan says, “I enjoy working at The Alleen Company because I like the people I work with and it’s exciting to create great events for our customers”. Ryan has a beautiful wife and 2 teenage boys that he loves watching grow into men and play sports. Ryan also enjoys playing golf, camping, and traveling.

John has been with The Alleen Company since 1999. He is currently the Tent Manager and is a CDL driver for the company. John is a true leader with the company and is a mentor and coach to the new employees. He enjoys spending time with his wonderful wife, three children and grandson.