FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
Power Sport Services announces the retirement of Neil Fardy
Markham, ON: Neil Fardy, Show Manager of The Toronto Motorcycle Show, will be retiring from Power Sport Services (PSS) after a respected career in the live events industry, including a number of different senior management roles, straddling both the event production and event supplier sides of the business. His last day with Power Sport Services will be March 18, 2022.
Neil joined Power Sport Services in 2012, shortly after PSS’ incorporation as a fully-owned subsidiary of The Motorcycle and Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV). His extensive experience in event operations and project management – developed over his 40-year career servicing major events including numerous trade and consumer shows, concerts, sporting events and live events, and has been a tremendous asset to Power Sport Services. Under Neil’s leadership and direction, The Toronto Motorcycle Show innovated, evolved and grew, while also benefiting from a variety of operational efficiencies and enhancements. Further, his wide ranging-skills and deep-rooted relationships contributed to the expansion of Event Management Services – sister company to Power Sport Services.
The Boards of Directors of Power Sport Services would like to express their heartfelt thanks to Neil for his many years of exceptional service. His positive impact on The Toronto Motorcycle Show and the overall powersport industry are incredibly valued and appreciated.
Over the next month, Neil will be working closely with Bianca Kennedy, Director of Market Expansion and Events, to help facilitate a seamless transition for all partners, clients, exhibitors and suppliers of Power Sport Services and The Toronto Motorcycle Show. Bianca can be reached directly by email at bkennedy@powersportservices.ca or by telephone at 514-299-0262.
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About Power Sport Services (PSS):
Power Sport Services™ (PSS) is the operating name of 8061246 Canada Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV). Power Sport Services™ focuses on innovation and leading-edge management of the motorcycle, OHV and power sport vehicle shows and the Open Road Powersport Insurance program.
About the Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council (MMIC):
The Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council, originally founded in 1971, is a national, non-profit, trade association which represents the responsible interests of the major motorcycle and scooter manufacturers, as well as the manufacturers, distributors and retail outlets of motorcycle and scooter-related products and services in Canada. The member companies of the MMIC account for approximately 90 percent of all the new on-road motorcycles and scooters sold in Canada. The MMIC is funded entirely by its Members and Industry Partners and by the programs and services it offers.
About the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV):
The Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) is a national, non-profit trade association that represents the manufacturers and distributors of off-road motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles and recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs)and related products and services in Canada. COHV remains dedicated to the fundamental aspects of ATV and Off-Highway Vehicle safety.