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Meet the Team

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Nasser Deeb
President - Exhibitions

Nasser Deeb is a seasoned marketing and event management professional in Canada with over 25 years of global experience in the exhibition industry.

After a successful career in the Middle East, Nasser moved to Canada in 2012 to spearhead the international market development and new events for Informa Exhibitions in Canada, the largest trade show organizer globally with presence in over 6 continents. In early 2017, Nasser re-launched his firm THE EXPO HUT in Toronto to offer his professional expertise to major exhibition organizers in North America. He initiated the idea of developing a trade platform for the Halal lifestyle industry in North America to raise the standards and the awareness of the Muslim livelihood in Canada by applying his expertise and skills of organizing professional trade shows.

​Nasser is a graduate of The University of Southern Mississippi in marketing management and is Certified in Exhibition Management by IAEE –USA (International Associations of Exhibitions and Events).
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Grace Aguilar
Director of Operations

Grace Aguilar had spent the last 15 years managing events, marketing and hospitality projects and in 2006 launched her own integrated marketing and exhibition solution company in Dubai to seek vent to her expertise, skills and true passion. Her mission for this venture is to continue offering unique trade show operations and logistic solutions and creating the ideal platforms for various industries in Canada.

Grace is a graduate from the School of Management of Philippine Women's University specialized in Hotel, Restaurants and Food Technology Management and active member of the International Association of Exhibitions and Events.
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Maysoun Deeb
Marketing Manager

Maysoun is a Marketing Management graduate from Sheridan College with over six years of experience in event and marketing management. Before joining The Expo Hut in 2018, she gained hands-on experience by volunteering in the events industry, developing a strong foundation in event planning, audience engagement, and brand promotion.
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As a key member of The Expo Hut, Maysoun leads marketing strategies for Halal Expo Canada, StoneTech Canada, Kitchen+Bath Canada, and Halal Expo Philippines. She specializes in brand positioning, audience development, social media strategy, content creation, and sponsorship promotion. In addition to her marketing expertise, she has successfully executed conference programs, coordinating speakers and panel discussions to enhance the educational value of each event. With a deep understanding of B2B trade shows, she is committed to driving exhibitor success, elevating attendee experiences, and expanding industry connections. Her creativity, strategic vision, and hands-on approach ensure that every event makes a lasting impact.
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Yiling Zhang
Project Manager

After a successful career in home country China span over a decade, Yiling moved to Canada in 2013 to pursue a further postgraduate education in International Business and Finance. Starting as an volunteer and part-time on the Buildings Show in 2014, she joined Informa Exhibition in Toronto as International Project Coordinator to be part the successful development of the International market segment and STONEX Canada part of The Buildings Show after completing 2 postgraduate diplomas.
 
In January 2018 Yiling joined THE EXPO HUT as the Sales and Project Coordinator for a local and International portfolio of Events. Besides her English communication skills, Yiling communicates in both Cantonese and Mandarin which gives her the leading edge in developing great opportunities in the world’s largest economy, China.
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Chloe Cervantes
Project Manager

Chloe is a dedicated Project Coordinator at Halal Expo Philippines, bringing a wealth of experience and a keen eye for detail to every project.

​With a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Makati, she has honed her skills in the corporate sector, particularly during her tenure at Canon Information Technology as an HR Compensation and Benefits and Admin Staff. Chloe's commitment to excellence and her ability to manage complex tasks make her an invaluable asset to the team, ensuring the success of each event she coordinates.
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Gilbert Aquino
Senior Graphic Designer

Gilbert is a seasoned design professional with over 20 years of experience in visual storytelling, brand development, and marketing design. With a background in Computer Graphics from Informatics Manila, he combines technical skill with creative vision to craft designs that communicate clearly and effectively.

​Since joining The Expo Hut, Gilbert has played an essential role in shaping the visual identity of Halal Expo Canada, StoneTech Canada, Kitchen+Bath Canada, and Halal Expo Philippines. From print collateral to digital assets, exhibitor materials to social media graphics, he ensures each piece reflects the brand's message and audience.

Known for his versatility, Gilbert works across multiple platforms, using Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and Figma to produce compelling visuals for both print and digital campaigns. His work is driven by a thoughtful design approach and a commitment to consistency, clarity, and creative impact. With a strong understanding of B2B trade show marketing, Gilbert brings depth, precision, and creativity to every project — making sure each event not only looks good but feels cohesive and memorable.
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Patricia Tan
Sales and Marketing Coordinator

As a Hospitality Tourism Management graduate, I’ve had the privilege of building my career in the events industry, particularly in trade shows and conferences. Working with companies across diverse sectors has strengthened our ability to create impactful, innovative, and well-positioned events while contributing to the continuous growth of our portfolio.
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Kristine Estomaguio
Sales and Marketing Coordinator
​Holding a degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management, I have established my career in the events sector, with a strong focus on trade shows and conferences. Working alongside companies from varied industries has enabled us to deliver well-executed, forward-thinking events and support the ongoing expansion of our portfolio.
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North America Office: 
1310 Dundas St. East, Office No. 225 Mississauga, ON L4Y2C1, Canada
+1 905 232 6331 (main) +1 905 232 6332 (direct) 
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info@expohut.ca​
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UB- 111 Paseo de Roxas Building, Legaspi Village
Makati City 1229, Philippines
+63 966 073 2151   |   +63 2 8687 2912
info@halalexpophilippines.com
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