I am honored and thrilled to share that I’ve been named one of ConventionSouth’s twenty “2024 Meeting Professionals to Watch“! Being among this esteemed group of honorees is truly humbling.
I stand alongside other outstanding professionals who βdemonstrate their vision and leadership, passion and creativity, and dedication and commitmentβ every day, contributing to the thriving landscape of our industry.
It is an honor to receive the same award for the second time. When I received this award in 2012, I was just beginning my advocacy efforts for safe and inclusive food and beverage events. It’s been an incredible journey, and I’m excited to continue advocating for positive change within food and beverage experiences in the meetings, events, and hospitality industry.
Cheers to my fellow honorees and the positive impact we collectively make in shaping the future of #MeetingsAndEvents!
I celebrate this moment and look forward to continuing to thrive with you and those listed below together to create safe, sustainable, and inclusive food and beverage experiences.
Suzanne E. Baugh β Q&A Events
Patricia Byrd β OneSpartanburg, Inc.
Tracey Bockhop β Meet Meetings
Santiago C. Corrada β Visit Tampa Bay
Alicia Crupi β Paragon Events
Greg DeShields β Tourism Diversity Matters
Alan Kleinfeld β Arrive Management Group
Kim Mitchell β Blount Partnership
Severin Nunn β Omni PGA Frisco Resort
Tamara Pigott β Lee County CVB
Gerardo (Gary) Sanchez β Equity & Public Affairs
Julia Spangler β Ecosystem Events
Shavannia Williams β Georgia World Congress Center Authority