Meet PCMA’s ‘20 in Their Twenties’ Class of 2020

October 31, 2019

If the future’s in their hands, it looks pretty bright. Last week, PCMA announced its annual class of the brightest, most talented association professionals around the globe, including leaders from North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific. 

The class is supported by the PCMA Foundation along with Experience Columbus and will be honored at the PCMA Convening Leaders conference, Jan. 5-8, 2020 at Moscone Center in San Francisco.

“This group represents our industry’s future, and the PCMA Foundation is dedicated to recognizing the efforts and achievements of those who want to help demonstrate the influence business events have on global economic and social transformation,” said Meredith Rollins, PCMA’s chief community officer and executive director of the PCMA Foundation. 

She continued, “We continue to be impressed every year by the caliber of business events professionals we see in this generation.”

Young event professionals could apply to be recognized through a process that required submitting examples of their industry leadership, a video statement and professional references. Each was selected by a committee of experienced event professionals and “20 in Their Twenties” alumni, and was required to be no older than 29 years old on Jan. 8, 2020.

Here is the PCMA’s “20 in their Twenties” class for 2020:

  • Marie-Claire Caldwell, Sales and Marketing Manager, ICC Belfast, U.K.
  • Jillian Cardinal, Sales Manager, JPdL, Canada
  • Derica Clarke, Headquarters Meetings and Online Education Specialist, American Colleges of Nurse-Midwives
  • Rebecca Doser, Trade Media Relations Manager, Destination DC
  • Diana Frederiksen, Sales Manager, Congresses and Guest Events, Stockholmsmassan Congress & Exhibition Centre, Sweden
  • Julia Hachenthal, Marketing and Events Manager, GCB German Convention Bureau e.V.
  • Kimberly Hoffman, Director, Event Services, Accent Indy, a DMC Network Company
  • Lisa Jeller, Marketing and Event Manager, EventMobi, Germany
  • Alexandra Larach, Events Manager, Associations Forum, Australia
  • Rebecca Lino, Senior Technology Manager, Cadence Travel, Meetings + Incentives
  • Robert Lutz, Account Executive, CSI DMC
  • Shane McFadden, Meetings Manager, Consumer Healthcare Products Association
  • Joy McIntyre, Event Manager, SPIRE Events DC
  • Lindsay Miller, Communications Manager, Visit Anaheim (California)
  • Hannah Poyo, Tradeshow and Event Planner, Q2
  • Meagan E. Prescott, Assistant Vice President of Conferences and Events, Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA)
  • Jaclyn Rosenberg, Manager, Conferences and Events, The Humane Society of The United States
  • Kelly Thomas, Senior Sales Manager, Visit Austin (Texas)
  • Lauren Washburn, Conference Services Manager, Sodexo
  • Krista Whaley, Meetings and Events Associate, Americans for the Arts

Don’t miss any event-related news: Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter HERE and engage with us on TwitterFacebookLinkedIn and Instagram!

 

Add new comment

Partner Voices
Overview: The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) goes the extra mile to make every day extraordinary by offering customer service excellence and industry-leading partnerships. From their dedicated in-house Rigging team to their robust Exhibitor Services, The Center of Hospitality brings your imagination to life by helping you host unforgettable meetings and events. With more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space, world-class services and a dream destination, we are committed to making even the most ambitious conventions a reality. In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way. “We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.” Amenities: The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.  The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need. Gold Key Members The OCCC’s Gold Key Members represent the best of the best when it comes to exceptional service and exclusive benefits for clients, exhibitors and guests. The Center’s Gold Key memberships with Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World greatly enhance meeting planner and attendee experiences offering world-renowned venues, immersive experiences and creative resources for their events. OCCC Events: This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.  The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:  AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023 200,000 Attendees $257 Million in Economic Impact MEGACON 2023 160,000 Attendees $205 Million in Economic Impact Open Championship Series 2023 69,500 Attendees $89 Million in Economic Impact Sunshine Classic 2023 42,000 Attendees $54 Million in Economic Impact Premiere Orlando 2023 42,000 Attendees $108 Million in Economic Impact