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Today we celebrate Juneteenth—a powerful reminder of freedom, perseverance, and hope. We honor the generations who fough...
06/19/2026

Today we celebrate Juneteenth—a powerful reminder of freedom, perseverance, and hope. We honor the generations who fought for equality and recognize the rich contributions of Black communities that continue to shape and inspire our world every day.

Erin Bolton, Global Project Manager and Jenny Hurley, Global Account Executive supported Pearson's bookstore during Cisc...
06/18/2026

Erin Bolton, Global Project Manager and Jenny Hurley, Global Account Executive supported Pearson's bookstore during Cisco Live! 2026 at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV. Pictured with Pearson Acquisition Editors.

Camp Loews Hotels & Co at Under Canvas Ulum Moab was an unforgettable experience filled with connection, adventure, and ...
06/17/2026

Camp Loews Hotels & Co at Under Canvas Ulum Moab was an unforgettable experience filled with connection, adventure, and incredible hospitality. A special thank you to Brigitte Lundrigan, CITP and the entire Loews Hotels team for creating such a memorable experience for all!

Attendees:
Laurie Brotons
Bryan Croyle, CMP
Kjirsten Hurlburt
Geralyn Krist, CMP-Fellow, DES
Ally Marienau
Karen McLoughlin, CDS
Fred Mitzner
Daniel Reinkopf
Tom Schwinden
Beth Witzak

CD Australia, Susette van der Linden and Suzie Terenowski, hosted a wonderful client event in collaboration with Pier On...
06/16/2026

CD Australia, Susette van der Linden and Suzie Terenowski, hosted a wonderful client event in collaboration with Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection and Be Challenged. Despite the very rainy evening we had such a wonderful turnout with our clients participating in a hotel site visit which ended with a fun activity hosted by Simon Piltz and facilitated by James from Be Challenged called the “Essence of Excellence”. Each team had the creative task of collaborating to invent a bespoke essence with a theme set out as the challenge. Followed by an outstanding dinner in the PIER restaurant.

Thank you to the following partners for a memorable evening that will be talked about for a very long time to come.

Simon Piltz, Beatriz Soares, Jeremy Baker, Kim Manhaffy, Caroline Borland

ConferenceDirect is excited to welcome Liz Marson, Global Project Manager! Meet Liz: - Boston, MA- What was your first i...
06/16/2026

ConferenceDirect is excited to welcome Liz Marson, Global Project Manager!

Meet Liz:
- Boston, MA

- What was your first industry job?
My first official job was on the corporate side, in the Advertising & PR department of a Boston banking institution, producing internal and public-facing events, including sponsorships and celebrity spokesperson events and appearances.

I was fortunate to have had a wonderful internship at a boutique upscale shopping mall in an affluent Boston suburb. There I planned unique monthly exhibitions highlighting Boston's finest art and cultural organizations, as well as weekend jazz concerts in the Mall's famed Center Court.

- What has been your favorite position during your time in the industry?
I have enjoyed the many and various roles throughout my career producing meetings and events of all kinds: from high-profile white glove to celebrity and corporate events, medical education meetings and conferences, marketing campaign events, to social and personal events. Each exposed me to different and valuable facets of this industry. Exceeding expectations is an amazing feeling and always my goal.

- What excites you most about joining CD? I am eager and excited to join this community of planners and this excellent network of meeting and event professionals! Looking forward to the opportunity to collaborate and excel together!

- What skills do you feel will make you successful with ConferenceDirect?
I am a creative, dependable, dedicated, approachable, accountable, honest, and reliable leader.

I am a coachable supportive team member, an asset to any team or organization, finding ways to contribute, raise the bar, and become invaluable.

A master of details, monitor of the big picture (and budget!) and thoughtful collaborator--I am ready to jump in!

Learn more about joining ConferenceDirect: https://conferencedirect.com/join-our-team/

ConferenceDirect proudly supported the CONSORTIUM OF MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS CENTERS (CMSC) during its 40th Anniversary Annua...
06/15/2026

ConferenceDirect proudly supported the CONSORTIUM OF MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS CENTERS (CMSC) during its 40th Anniversary Annual Meeting, held May 27–29, 2026, in Charlotte, North Carolina.

From meaningful connections and educational sessions to exceptional hospitality at the Charlotte Convention Center, it was a memorable event for all involved.

Pictured: Michelle Milner, Vice President of Global Accounts; Lori Bennett, CMP, CCM, HMCC, Senior Global Project Manager; Marguerite Herman, CMSC Director of Corporate Relations; Tina Trott, CMSC Director of Education and Operations; Kaitlyn Simmons, Global Project Manager; and Erin Quigg, CMP, Global Project Manager.

Today’s attendees expect more than a one-size-fits-all agenda—they want experiences, content, and connections that feel ...
06/15/2026

Today’s attendees expect more than a one-size-fits-all agenda—they want experiences, content, and connections that feel relevant, intuitive, and personalized.

Join ConferenceDirect’s next Virtual Industry Insights webinar as Adam Briggs, Senior Vice President of Operations at ConferenceDirect, and Brian Ludwig, Executive Vice President of Sales at Cvent, explore how event personalization is transforming the meetings and events industry.

You'll gain practical strategies to:
✅ Tailor content for different audiences
✅ Enhance networking opportunities
✅ Optimize attendee communications
✅ Create seamless onsite experiences using tools available today

📅 July 23, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM PT | 1:00 PM ET
👉 Register today: https://conferencedirect.com/customers/

The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD) Annual Education Conference at the Hyatt Regency Lake Washington ...
06/12/2026

The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD) Annual Education Conference at the Hyatt Regency Lake Washington in Renton Washington.

Pictured: Rick Mathews, Vice President, Event Production, Precon Events, Steven A. Long, CDS Long, Vice President of Global Accounts, Conference Direct, Esther Kane, MSN, RN-CDP, Director of Support and Education, AFTD, Bridget Graham, Director of Meetings and Conferences, AFTD, and Dale Greenberg, Director of Global Projects, ConferenceDirect

Joy Cmiel, SVP, ConferenceDirect with San Francisco Travel Association for Cubs vs. Giants! ⚾️Always grateful for the op...
06/12/2026

Joy Cmiel, SVP, ConferenceDirect with San Francisco Travel Association for Cubs vs. Giants! ⚾️

Always grateful for the opportunity to connect with industry partners and customers, including the San Francisco Travel team, Brenda Osuch from ORS, and Anna Marie Presutti, President & CEO of San Francisco Travel.

📸 Pictured: Jenny Meyer, John Flanagan, Kenley Moy, John Anderson, Brenda Osuch, Joy Cmiel, Anna Marie Presutti

ConferenceDirect associates had a fantastic time at Hyatt's Peak Performing Partners (HYP3) Incentive at the newly renov...
06/11/2026

ConferenceDirect associates had a fantastic time at Hyatt's Peak Performing Partners (HYP3) Incentive at the newly renovated and rebranded Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort.

Thank you to Tricia Dillard and the Hyatt Sales Force team for an exceptional experience and the opportunity to connect, collaborate, and celebrate success with industry partners.

Looking ahead, HYP3 2027 will take place at the new Grand Hyatt Los Cabos, May 19–22, 2027!🌵☀️🌊

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