CEMA Summit 2024 | CEMA | 4 August 2024 | Seattle Convention Center | Summit, 900 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101, USA

Get ready to experience the perfect blend of strategy, purpose, and play against the backdrop of the vibrant city at the Summit 2024. As the premier event in event marketing and management, this Summit brings together visionaries, industry leaders, and innovators for an extraordinary journey of discovery and growth.

Why Attend:
Join us as we explore the intersection of strategy, purpose, and play, and discover how this balanced approach can elevate your events to new heights, all while soaking in the dynamic atmosphere of Seattle. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the industry, this summit offers invaluable insights, actionable strategies, and unparalleled networking opportunities.

What to Expect:
Experience thought-provoking keynotes, engaging panel discussions, hands-on workshops, and interactive sessions led by experts at the forefront of the industry—all set against the iconic backdrop of Seattle's skyline and vibrant culture. Dive deep into the four content pillars of this summit: Synergy by Design, Innovative Playfulness, and Purpose-Driven Leadership, as you immerse yourself in the unique energy of the Emerald City.

Who Should Attend:
This event is perfect for event marketers, planners, managers, agencies, suppliers, and anyone passionate about creating exceptional experiences. Whether you're seeking inspiration, practical strategies, or new connections, this summit offers something for everyone—all enhanced by the dynamic energy and unique culture of Seattle.

2024 Speakers

Troy Anderson
Director of Sales, Visit Seattle

Mike Arauz
Founding Partner, August Public Inc.

Michael Barnett
CEO, InGo

Matt Bohn
Senior Corporate Events Manager, Drata

Nick Borelli
Marketing Director, Zenus

Braughnwynn "Bibi" Brown
Chief Operating Officer, TENCUE

Chris Carver
CEO, Sessionboard

Missy Castro
Senior Experience Marketing Manager, Workday

Anita Cerana
National Account Director, Visit Seattle

Rachel Cohen
Sr. Event Content Manager, GitHub

Ali Daniels
Senior Vice President, Marketing, Seattle Kraken

Fran Delhoume
Co-Founder, Nuense

Traci DePuy
CMO, PCMA

Vinnu Deshetty
Event ROI Coach & CEO/Founder, EVA Event Tech Hub

Shi Diwen Zhu
Founder & President, Better Being

Elly Driscoll
Event Solutions Director, ITA Group

Scott Dzierzanowski
Executive Creative Director, Impact XM

Mary Fehrnstrom
VP, Experience Marketing, Workday

Mark Fein
Co-Managing Director, MAKR X The MRKT

Tristan Fitzgerald
VP, Executive Creative Director, Impact XM

Georgina Flores
CMO, Encore

Vivi Forny
Sr Director, Head of Digital Experience, Okta

Kathryn Frankson
Global Head of Marketing, Money 20/20

Kerri Garbis
CEO, Ovation Communication

Kerri Grimshaw
Senior Manager, Lindsey Haigler

Lindsey Haigler
Sr. Director, Corporate Events, Lowe's Home Improvement

Megan Henshall
Global Events Solutions, Strategic Lead, Google

Jon Houg
Vice President of Operations, Seattle Convention Center

Jill Hunt
Sr. Director, Enterprise Insights & Market Research, Encore Global

Tavar James
Head of Events & Experiences, BetterUp

Jessica Kircher
Head of Experience Marketing, Asana

Joshua Klipp
Founder & Principal, Made Welcome

Mary Kluck
Director, Cvent Consulting, Cvent

Kristen Koenig
RVP, Video (Meetings, Webinars, Events), RingCentral, Inc.

Liz Lathan
Co-Founder, The Community Factory

Lisa Lundeen
Senior Vice President, Brand Experience, Sparks, a Freeman Company

Anna Mader
Senior Vice President, Head of Creative, XD Agency

Jonathan Martin
Principal Designer, ShowTec

Brian Mason
Vice President, Strategy & Operations, CEMA

Cameron McCormack
Senior Enterprise Account Executive, Eventbase Technology Inc.

Karen Merritt
Director, Event Marketing, Workday

Linsy Miller
Head of Global Events, SAP

Diane Mizota
Senior Manager, Salesforce

April Moh
CMO, Kyriba

Katie Moon
Sr. Manager, Global Events Manager, AMD

Tammy Moore
Senior Director, Product Innovation, PCMA

JJ Mumick
VP, Sales & Customer Success, Eventbase Technology Inc.

Gary Murakami, CMP, CMM, DES
Vice President, Global Sales & Industry Relations, Teneo Hospitality Group

Sara Navarro
Senior Manager, Global Events & Experiences, Dropbox

Thao Nguyen
Vice President of Client Engagement & Events, JPMorgan Chase

Michelle Olmstead
Senior Marketing & Global Events Manager, ControlUp

Nicole Osibodu
Co-founder, The Community Factory

Deborah Parsons
VP Business Development, MCW Events

Rita Meno Price
Senior Vice President, Experiential Innovation, MC2

Carolyn Pund
Global Strategic Meetings & Digital Events Management, Cisco Systems

Kati Quigley
Vice President, Portfolio Marketing, BMC Software

Rakia Reynolds
Founder & Executive Officer, Skai Blue Media

Jeanne Robb
VP, Experiential Marketing, Docusign

Alysia Roden
Vice President of Sales, Visit Austin

Donna Rogers
Director Of Convention Sales, West Coast, Visit Salt Lake

Jeffrey Rogers
Facilitator & Host, Projectory

Hayley Romer
Chief Growth Officer, Art Basel

Heather Schneider
Event Operations Manager, Tyler Technologies

Minal Shah
Manager, Global Strategic Events, Salesforce

Robin Shear
Professional Speaker, Joy Coach, Author, Joy to the World Coaching

Dan Shuman
Sr. Director, B2B Strategy, Marriott International

Angie Smith
CEO, InVision Communications

Taylor Smith
Content Developer, Destinations & Features, Meetings Today

Erica Spoor
SVP, Strategy, Freeman

Melissa St-Louis
Co-Founder, Nuense

Richard Steinau
Senior Vice President, Bellweather

Sara Straw
Head of Global Events, Ring Central

Junior Tauvaa
Chief Business Officer, PCMA

Elizabeth Thomas
Head of Global Corporate Events, Elastic

Marrah Thomas
Senior Vice President, Loyalty Engagement Strategy Lead, PNC Bank

Amy Walter
Head of Global Event Strategy, Atlassian

Jessica Weickert
VP, Strategy, XD Agency

Tania Weidick
Sr. Director, Corporate Events, Databricks

Stephanie Wells
Event Content Leader, N/A

Amy Wood
Accessibility Manager, Events, Real Estate/Transportation, Salesforce

Jeremy Youett
Head of Proprietary Events, Atlassian

Karen Zunkowski
Sr. Director, Global Event Marketing, Event Marketing Partners

2024 Sponsors

• Visit Anaheim
• Austin
• Visit Baltimore
• BodyWorks
• Caesars Entertainment
• Visit California
• Choose Chicago
• Events DC
• Destination DC
• Encore
• Eventbase
• Hilton
• Visit Houston
• IHG Hotels & Resorts
• Impact XM
• InEvent
• InGo
• ITA Group
• Klik by Bizzabo
• Las Vegas
• Go To Louisville
• Marina Bay Sands
• Marriott International
• MGM Resorts
• Greater Miami Convention and Visitors • Bureau
• New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
• New Orleans & Company
• Oak View Group
• Orange County Convention Center
• Visit Orlando
• Visit Greater Palm Springs
• Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Beureau
• Travel Portland
• RingCentral
• Visit Seattle
• SessionBoard
• Swoogo
• Visit Tampa Bay
• Destination Toronto
• Universal Orlando Resort Meetings and Events
• Destination Vancouver
• Vancouver Convention Centre