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BizBash Fresh Faces 2026: Jimmy Ard
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Special events account executive Jimmy Ard has been recognized as a top emerging industry talent for 2026. He has successfully secured preferred vendor status for AFR at high-profile properties throughout the Washington-Maryland-Virginia region.
- 01Jimmy Ard named to the BizBash Fresh Faces 2026 list for event planning excellence
- 02Secured preferred vendor status at prestigious properties within the DMV metropolitan area
- 03Current leadership role as special events account executive for furniture rental firm AFR
- 04Demonstrated expertise in navigating luxury venue partnerships and event supply chains
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Ard is a special events account executive for AFR, where he has established the furniture rental company as a preferred vendor at some of the DMV area's most prestigious properties.