David B.  Ross CFE
Position: Facility Director
Phone: (573) 651-2297
 
David is the only Executive Director the Show Me Center has ever known, being involved in nearly every aspect of its construction to day to day operations since the doors opened in August of 1987.  David enjoys watching staff members learn and take personal ownership of the Show Me Center's operation.  In 2006, he completed his term as the 79th President of the International Association of Assembly Managers (IAAM).  David, drawing on years of memories, enjoyed all of the events at the Show Me Center.  However, President Ronald Reagan's visit, Bob Hope, Tina Turner, Red Skelton and the Transiberian Orchestra all share special memories for him.

   
Greg  Talbut CFE
Position: Assistant Director
Phone: (573) 651-2297
 
Greg also helped open the Show Me Center in August of 1987 and continues to bring his wealth of information to all aspects of the facility.  His experience in booking shows, overseeing ticketing operations, concessions and merchandising help keep the Show Me Center moving forward each year.  Greg most enjoyed being able to catch as much of Greg Allman's performance as he could.

   
Shannon  Buford
Position: Marketing Director
Phone: (573) 651-2297
 
Shannon serves the Show Me Center by recruiting event sponsors, bringing in advertisers and working with event promoters to publicize events.  His favorite Show Me Center moment was the TOOL concert in all of its Rock n' Roll, eye popping video and laser glory.

   
Jim  Barbatti
Position: Operations Manager
Phone: (573) 651-2297
 
Jim first joined the Show Me Center family in 1996 as Operations Supervisor, where he quickly took on many additional duties including nearly every aspect of the physical operation of the building.  Working on a veritable "Who's Who" of entertainment, featuring acts like ZZ Top, Elton John, Tina Turner, Bob Dylan, Diana Ross and many more.  Jim's favorite Show Me Center moment was the warm welcome he received as he returned to the Show Me Center in 2008.

   
Mike  Killian
Position: Food & Beverage Manager
Phone: (573) 651-2297
 
Drawing on years of restaurant and show catering experience, Mike oversees all the food and beverage needs of clients and the public during Show Me Center events and also operates as the main hub of communication for caterers and promoters during events. 

   
Carol  Burk
Position: Ticket Manager
Phone: (573) 651-2297
 
Carol has served the Show Me Center for over ten years and is now the friendly face you see when you come to the Show Me Center for your event tickets.  Carol enjoyed both the Kenny Chesney and Dierks Bentley concerts and was lucky enough to be serenaded by Dierks as he rocked the Show Me Center.

   
Abbie Jo  Vander Bol
Position: Events Supervisor
Phone: (573) 651-2297
 
Abbie began her Show Me Center career as an usher, working many different Show Me Center events.  Upon finishing her internship here she graduated to the Events Supervisor role, overseeing the Show Me Center event staff and coordinating meeting room events.  Abbie fondly remembers Blues legend Buddy Guy, as he selected her out of the crowd and sang her an impromptu serenade.

   
Janet  Ciarniello
Position: Office Manager
Phone: (573) 651-2297
 
When you call the Show Me Center office, that friendly voice you hear is Janet Ciarniello.  Janet began working as the Show Me Center's Office Manager in July of 2008, instantly hopping in and joining as a phenomenal team member.  Janet enjoys the weeks and days leading up to an event and the excitement that permeates the air on the event day.

   
Kasey  Neighbors
Position: Operations
 
Kasey has been working with the Show Me Center for over 16 years and is easily identified by his huge smile on Show Me Center event days.  When asked about his favorite Show Me Center moment, he couldn't really pick just one, "I have enjoyed them all, but I really enjoy setting up and watching the Show Me Center rodeo".

   
Gary  Bess
Position: Operations
 
Gary has been a mainstay at the Show Me Center for over 15 years and has set up and dismanteld many different events.  Over his years of service his favorite Show Me Center moment was "Without a doubt, the ZZ Top and Lynyrd Skynyrd concert".

   
Dan  Davis
Position: Operations
 
Dan has enthusiastically served at the Show Me Center for over 7 years and greatly looks forward to all of the Show Me Center's event days.  He was most impressed by Carrie Underwood and her cover of "Sweet Child O Mine" during her performance with Brad Paisley.

   
Damian  Minton
Position: Operations
 
Damian served at the Show Me Center as a part time employee for many years and, in 2007, was hired on full time in the Operations Department.  While on duty he always wears his trademark grin, Damian enjoys computers and gaming in his off time.  Damian had a unique experience with superstar Tim McGraw, as the singer took time out to sit, talk and eat lunch in the operations break room before his performance.






 
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Show Me Center                  1333 N. Sprigg Street                  Cape Girardeau, Missouri   63701                  Tel: (573) 651-2297                  Fax: (573) 651-5054