Well that’s a wrap folks! 37+ years in the meetings industry and Friday was my last day on the job. I've retired from a very successful career that I’m extremely proud of and met so, so many wonderful people over the years that mean the world to me. I’ve loved every single moment of it all and wouldn’t change a thing!! Now the fun begins! So looking forward to spending quality time with the kids, and grandkids, having some fun and adventures traveling with the hubby and most of all, loving and living life to it’s fullest. ❤️

Responsible for managing all aspects of sourcing and negotiating venue contracts for internal and external meetings in the US and globally utilizing standard processes and procedures to achieve client satisfaction and overall cost savings.

Responsible for leading the Sales Department, achieving sales goals through private event sales, member and Club Programming, Golf Tournaments, Corporate Outings, Weddings and Lodging amenities through sales, internal and external marketing programs. Oversee and responsible for necessary sales office administrative duties and auditing of event staff files and financials, including invoices, budgets and details to ensure accuracy.

Oversee client program development and management, specializing in Strategic Meetings Management that offers comprehensive, full-service meeting, conference, event and incentive travel planning within North America.

Accountable for Travel Support with Business Continuity, Crisis Management plans and services. Responsible for overseeing all travel related activities with Incident Management Teams (IMT) and logistics personnel based in Incident Command Centers (ICC). Liaise with all other Category Managers within Indirect Procurement on activities related to the incident or business continuity plan.

Meeting Planning/Logistics Services to include:- Inspect and critically evaluate meeting space, lodging and related venues and services to ensure a consistently high standard of quality, safety and security- Provided planning services for, as well as member of, ERT and IMT. Logistics included: ground trans arrangements, hotel room block mgmt, food and beverage arrangements and on-site mgmt- Select key suppliers, prepare budgets negotiate and execute contracts in compliance with Procurement guidelines, audit and process payment on behalf of client's business units and associated service groups- Develop and maintain strong business relationships with resource and service providers- Coordinate all details of function in advance, onsite and post meeting, including reconciliation of invoices and auditing budgets and meeting files to ensure accuracy- Prepare details for mailing meeting information to attendees and compile returns- Plan and manage all “Special Events” to include retirement dinners, Christmas parties, banquets, golf tournaments and arrangements for visiting dignitaries- Serve as a valued advisor to client in analyzing and recommending the most productive, cost-effective venues and formats for business meetings and events resulting in tracked annual savings of approximately $456KAdministrative Assistant duties to include:- Perform heavy administrative duties (i.e. correspondence handling, mail handling, answering phones, commission check deposits, supplies ordering, etc.) required by Manager, Meetings Planner, and Travel Supervisor of Travel & Meetings Department- Compile data and produce management information reports regarding company’s business travel- Compile all departmental statistics necessary to maintain personnel records, budget records and produce statistical and quality control reports for the Reservations staff- Review hotel invoices and meeting budgets for accuracy and revise as required or necessary