Derse doubles down on helping life sciences brands connect with healthcare professionals through smarter, more strategic experiences.

MILWAUKEE, Oct. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Derse, a leading experiential marketing agency that partners with the world's most recognized brands, announced that Jon Ellms has joined the company as Vice President, Client Development – Healthcare.

Ellms' arrival marks a new chapter in Derse's long-standing commitment to serving the evolving needs of healthcare marketers—from emerging biotech companies to established global leaders. His addition builds upon the strength of Derse's talented healthcare team and its expanding global footprint, positioning the company to help life sciences organizations better reach and engage healthcare professionals through meaningful, compliant, and measurable experiences.

Ellms brings more than 30 years of experience shaping healthcare meetings and events. As a longtime industry leader and President-Elect of the Healthcare Convention & Exhibitors Association (HCEA), he is known for helping healthcare brands navigate the complexities of global congresses and professional engagement. Before joining Derse, he helped establish and grow Access TCA's healthcare practice, elevating the company's profile across the life sciences sector.

"Jon's addition reinforces Derse's leadership in healthcare and our commitment to empowering companies in the life sciences—from upstarts nearing commercialization to established global programs—to connect with healthcare professionals in new, more effective ways," said Brett Haney, CEO of Derse. "With Jon joining our deep bench of healthcare experts, we're continuing to redefine what it means to deliver impactful, compliant, and globally scalable experiences that meet the demands of 21st-century healthcare marketers."

"I chose Derse not only for its legendary reputation but also for its investment in innovation and its people," said Jon Ellms. "Today's healthcare marketers need experienced teams, better tools, and deeper insights to build real clinical advocacy at congresses. Derse understands that, and I'm excited to be part of a team committed to helping clients unlock the true potential of convention and event marketing in 2025 and beyond."

About Derse
Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Derse is a family-owned experiential marketing agency and exhibit builder with nearly 600 employees across seven full-service divisions in the U.S. and Europe. For over 75 years, Derse has created award-winning exhibits, events, and environments in more than 50 countries, earning recognition as one of the most respected companies in the industry. Experiences Matter at Derse. Learn more at www.derse.com.

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