We’re proud to celebrate an incredible group of leaders from our team who were recognized at the Smart Women in Meetings Awards in Las Vegas.
The Smart Women in Meetings Awards celebrate the Visionaries, Innovators, Industry Leaders, Stellar Performers, Entrepreneurs and Rising Stars who contribute to the meetings industry through their individual skills, talents and unique abilities. This year’s recognition was especially meaningful for our team, with four colleagues honored for their outstanding contributions to the industry.
Congratulations to Our 2026 Honorees
Nicole Mattar, Director of Meeting Services — Stellar Performer
Nicole was recognized as a Stellar Performer, honoring her exceptional dedication, expertise and impact in delivering outstanding experiences for clients and partners. Her commitment to excellence and ability to bring people, ideas and experiences together make her an invaluable member of our team.
Jon Brown, Director of Business Development — Smart Ally
Jon was named a Smart Ally, recognizing his role as a trusted and supportive partner within the meetings industry. His collaborative approach, industry knowledge and commitment to helping others succeed exemplify what it means to be a Smart Ally.
Celebrating Our 2025 Honorees
The celebration also gave us the opportunity to recognize two team members who accepted their 2025 Smart Women in Meetings Award:
Kasey Hunter, Director of National Accounts — Industry Leader
Kasey accepted her 2025 award as an Industry Leader, a well-deserved recognition of her influence, expertise and continued contributions to the meetings and events community.
Tracy Mullendore, Senior Executive Producer — Stellar Performer
Tracy accepted her 2025 Stellar Performer award, celebrating the talent, creativity and dedication she brings to every production.
Having four members of our team recognized across two years of Smart Women in Meetings Awards is an incredible achievement and reflection of the depth of talent, leadership and passion within our organization.
We’re honored to celebrate Nicole, Jon, Kasey and Tracy and their contributions to our team and the meetings industry. Their accomplishments inspire us to continue creating meaningful experiences, supporting one another and raising the bar for what’s possible in our industry.