Seen Presents strengthens creative leadership team with two appointments
Seen Presents is delighted to welcome Emily Lyddon-Towl and Lucy Ducker to the team as Associate Creative Directors, marking an important step in strengthening the company’s creative capabilities.These senior female hires are two of nine new roles created this year, reaffirming Seen Presents’ commitment to building a strong team driven by purposeful and impactful design. Emily and Lucy bring a wealth of experience and an impressive track record, having worked with global brands on high-profile campaigns, including at top events such as Cannes Lions, CES and SXSW in their previous roles Outstanding work on display.Excitingly, it also marks the professional reunion of the dynamic duo with Seen Presents Managing Director Louisa O'Connor, five years after their last collaboration. "Working with Lucy and Emily again is a full-circle moment for me personally. They are formidable partners and I have some of my best creative memories with them. Seeing them as company directors I am very happy and proud to be growing…
A smart move to visit SLO CAL, Tanzerra Resorts and more
Listen to audio David West David West, Hamilton County Visitors Bureau West serves as president and CEO Hamilton County Tourism Brenda Meyers retired after leading the Hamilton County Visitors Bureau for 19 years. He has over 20 years of experience in the tourism and destination management industry. His major accomplishments include developing the strategic destination plan for Dollywood Parks and Resorts, which brought record visitor numbers, and leading the Pure Michigan initiative during his tenure at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. The Hamilton County Tourism Board of Directors nominated him for the position after a thorough review, not only because of his extensive and successful background, but also because of his reputation for energy and creativity in destination marketing. Natalie Placer Natalie Placer, Four Seasons Hotel & Private Residences New Orleans Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences New Orleans Appointed Placer as Marketing Director. She brings more than two decades of experience to her role and has spent the majority…
Intelligent Action Special: ASAE Promotion Demonstration Association
Listen to audio Mary Kate Cunningham serves as ASAE’s new chief public policy and governance officer When the new administration takes over the White House in January, Society of Automotive EngineersMary Kate Cunningham, CAE, newly promoted chief public policy and governance officer at the American Society of Association Executives, will be ready. Since 2018, she has led the communications department of the 50,000-person association. Cunningham, named a 2023 Smart Women Conference Innovator Award recipient, began her career as a staffer on Capitol Hill. She works with former ASAE senior vice president of public policy Jim Clarke, who has been with the organization for more than 20 years. Since taking charge of ASAE’s Public Policy Division, Cunningham has achieved many successes, including representing the association on pandemic relief measures and resolving issues related to the tax treatment of the association’s revenue streams. As the United States looks forward to the upcoming 119th Cunningham is leading the effort to form the ASAE…
Fairmont Dallas A smart move for Destinations International
Listen to audio Lauren Shaw Pace Lauren Shoaf Pace, International Destinations Pace named vice president of marketing international destinations (from). Pace has nearly 20 years of experience in the travel and tourism industry, having served in numerous destination organizations at the state and local levels, including more than a decade with Visit Florida. In his role at DI, Pace will be responsible for the strategy development and implementation of all marketing programs for the association. She will oversee the planning, coordination and execution of marketing strategies, advise and facilitate engagement opportunities for partners and members, and promote DI products, tools and resources. Megan Knapp Megan Knapp, Newsweek Knapp serves as senior vice president of events newsweek. She has more than two decades of experience managing high-profile conferences across a variety of industries, spending the last decade of her career as Digiday's President of Events, where she oversaw a team responsible for delivering some of the media industry's most influential gatherings.…
Impact XM’s smart move, a visit to Seattle, and more
Listen to audio Stephanie Byington Stephanie Byington, visiting Seattle Byington was appointed Visit SeattleSenior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer. She has led several influential brands in the Seattle area during her career, including TCS World Travel, Nordstrom and Starbucks. She also brings extensive experience in the travel and tourism sector, having served as Vice President of Marketing and Product Development for TCS World Travel. At Visit Seattle, she will oversee all marketing and brand development programs to promote tourism in all areas of the city, including meetings and conventions, leisure, short-term and international markets. Matt Mongowan Matt Mongowan, Impact XM ImpactXM Welcomes industry veteran Mongoven as Senior Vice President of Customer Services. He has over 20 years of experience developing business-driven strategies across all areas of the event marketing mix for Fortune 500 brands. Throughout his career, he has overseen teams such as conference logistics, event and audiovisual production, and agency services, and is a strong advocate for the…
A smart move for Atlantis Resort Seattle Convention Center
Listen to audio Jennifer LeMaster Jennifer LeMaster, Seattle Convention Center; Photo Credit: Sean Cox LeMaster becomes new president and CEO seattle convention center. She began her 26-year career with the Kentucky Collegiate Athletics Association, where she led collegiate sports marketing and special events. She subsequently oversaw $22 million in annual revenue and $30 million worth of renovations for the Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA). She later directed public affairs during the development of the $1.7 billion Mercedes-Benz Stadium, overseeing the development and implementation of a three-phase strategic plan to reshape culture, internal governance and future growth. Her experience positions her now to lead the Seattle Convention Center through its next phase of growth in Seattle’s meetings and conventions landscape. Elizabeth Gillen Elizabeth Gillon, Tramar Giron serves as Director of Global Strategic Partnerships Terramar, DMC Networks. Giron will work with Lisa DeLeon and Kate Patay on the global roster to oversee client and partnership relationships while providing additional infrastructure for…
Smart moves in St. Louis, Atlanta, and more
Listen to Audio Mercedes Miller Mercedes Miller, Atlanta Airport Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Miller takes on the role of president Atlanta Airport Area Convention and Visitors BureauMiller took over the Destination Marketing Organization for the cities of College Park, Hapeville and Union City following the retirement of Cookie Smoak. She has nearly 30 years of hospitality experience, during which time she has been recognized for her leadership and industry knowledge. Miller has served on numerous boards and committees, including as Chair of the ATL Airport District CVB Board, Chair of the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau Board, and Chair of the Fulton County Ethics Commission. Ed Scapinock Ed Skapinok, Explore St. Louis Explore Saint Louis Appoints Skapinok as Chief Commercial Officer for DMO and operator of the America's Center convention center. The position of Chief Commercial Officer has always been a necessity in large hotel operations, but its presence in DMO is a new development. Skapinok has extensive experience…
Smart dining moves in Huntington Beach, Dallas and more
Listen to Audio Kevin Sterling Kevin Sterling, Ocean Edge Resort and Golf Club Oceans Edge Resort and Golf Club We welcome Sterling to the role of Executive Director of Food and Beverage. He brings over 25 years of leadership and upscale hospitality experience. Under his leadership, he has achieved excellence in food and beverage operations and brought an innovative approach to menu planning and the implementation of bartending programs. Jason Hammett Jason Hammett, Radisson Hotel Downtown Salt Lake City Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown Appoints Hammett as Executive Chef. He will be responsible for all food and beverage operations at the hotel, including Copper Canyon Grill House & Tavern and all banquets and events. Hammett has more than 20 years of experience and is committed to creating a culinary program focused on elevated traditional cuisine that features the best of Utah produce, meats, cheeses and seasonal ingredients. Scott Ratcliffe and Stephen Pearce Scott Rackliff (left) and Stefan Pierce (right)…
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