I go by Jeff or Jeffrey. My preferred pronouns are he/him/his.
Over 20 years’ experience in the international meetings & events space, with a focus on financial and pharmaceutical industry. Considered a thought leader with a proven track record of driving operational and strategic excellence, innovative customer focused solutions, championing resilience in an ever-changing landscape.
Currently, I am the Associate Director, Congress Business Partner for Bristol Myers Squibb’s Immuno-Oncology and Cardiovascular therapeutic areas. Focused on leading a US and UK team of eight high performing direct reports delivering strategic and operational excellence for over 60+ global congresses.
Accountable for cultivating strong business relationships with associations and secretariats to ensure the appropriate level of sponsorship for current and future strategic positioning for the organization. Partner with Commercialization, Medical, and other key internal stakeholders to define, drive and track organizational goals and priorities.
Adjunct Professor of Hospitality Management at Walnut Hill College. Accountable to developing and delivering curriculum on topics ranging from Meeting Planning, Customer Service & Experience, Tourism and more. Student management and coaching, classroom management, lecturing, syllabus and examination development are part of this role. I find it to be rewarding to give back to a community which I am passionate to help future leaders of the meetings and events industry learn and grow.
Previously, owner/operator of a meeting and event logistics agency for about 15 years specializing in the Entertainment & Media, Financial , Pharmaceutical sectors [and beyond]. Leading in all aspects of sales and marketing, procurement/RFP processes, budget planning, systems management, talent management, leadership, and strategy.
Serve on various advisory boards for associations and conference organizations to support their mission to deliver exceptional content, design, logistics, customer focused conferences. A featured speak at various conferences and publications as a thought leader in the meetings and events industry.