Skillen joins EC&O from the Royal Highland Centre in Edinburgh where he has spent the past six years working as an event manager on projects including the Royal Highland Show, Gardening Scotland and JLS gigs.
In his new role, he will work across Earls Court and Olympia and will assist clients including Cruise Show, The Great British Tattoo Show, and The Golf Show.
Skillen said: "I’m delighted to have accepted this role at such high profile venues and look forward to assisting my clients and producing some truly outstanding events."
Neil Davis, head of events at EC&O added: "James’ experience and fresh outlook is a very welcome addition to our customer services team."
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