I joined HelmsBriscoe in 2002, as a Regional Director, after spending 16 years as a corporate meeting planner at a Fortune 500 Company. I recall that I was excited to join an organization with the values and reputation that HelmsBriscoe is known for; as well as being the largest and best-known meeting site selection company in the world. As a seasoned veteran in the meeting planning field, I am able to offer my clients invaluable product knowledge, as well as an understanding of the challenges that they face, as they try to secure the perfect venue for their meetings and incentive trips; while at the same time, meeting their company’s goals, objectives and budget for each event. I believes that my clients “deserve the best”! The best price, the best concessions, and the best contract; and these are what I deliver! With a Master’s degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia, I have also had the opportunity to hold positions in corporate training and Sales & Marketing.Specialties: Selection of meeting locations & venues that match my client's needs; matching keynote & workshop speakers to goals & objectives of the meeting; organization and coordination of the meeting; writing copy for meeting brochure & programs; designing incentives; and all aspects of meeting communications.