With 30+ years in the hospitality, corporate events, and incentive travel industry, I bring a rare combination of strategic expertise, entrepreneurial energy, and one of the most connected networks in the Canadian events space — 2,500+ active relationships spanning C-suite executives, luxury travel professionals, and hospitality leaders across Canada and internationally.
Currently serving as Lead Navigator at The AvaDawn Agency, I design and execute high-impact hybrid, virtual, and in-person events — from executive roundtables to large-scale corporate conferences — while managing multimillion-dollar budgets and negotiating vendor contracts that deliver exceptional value for clients.
Beyond events, I'm passionate about people. As a Professor of Event Management at Centennial College, I mentor the next generation of hospitality professionals, helping them find their footing in an industry I love. I'm also a Certified Life Coach, which shapes how I lead, connect, and show up for my clients and colleagues.
✦ Specialties: Incentive Travel · Corporate Events & Conferences · Client Relationship Management · Business Development · Talent Mentorship · Contract Negotiation · Hybrid & Virtual Events
✦ Certifications: Certified Virtual Meeting & Event Management | Certified Life Coach / Personal Growth FacilitatorMore...