Currently, she holds the title of director of global accounts at HelmsBriscoe.
SARASOTA, FL, November 05, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Marissa Lee, CMP, has been inducted into Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Ms. Lee is an accomplished professional working in the field of event management. Currently, she holds the title of director of global accounts at HelmsBriscoe. With a career spanning over a decade, Ms. Lee has demonstrated exceptional expertise and dedication to her profession, functioning much like a realtor for hotels by assisting organizations and associations find the perfect venues for their events. Utilizing a comprehensive database of over 750,000 hotels worldwide, Ms. Lee inputs meeting requirements, searches for suitable options, sends out requests for proposals, gathers responses and presents them to her clients. Additionally, she negotiates contracts and ensures all legalities are in place.
In 2021, Ms. Lee's journey with HelmsBriscoe began when she joined as a manager of global accounts. Over the next several years, she excelled in her role, earning consecutive membership in the President's Club; most recently, her success launched her into the role of director of global accounts. Prior to her tenure at HelmsBriscoe, Ms. Lee served as a program manager at Andavo Meetings & Events, which is a part of Christopherson Business Travel from 2017 to 2021.
In 2015, Ms. Lee's career in event management began with an internship at Preferred Hotels & Resorts under the Preferred Travel Group, where she worked closely with the vice president of group sales. Following that experience, she took on the role of guest relations assistant manager at Castle Pines Golf Club from 2006 to 2016. Together, these early roles provided her with invaluable insights and skills that have contributed significantly to her current success.
Along with her aforementioned career experience, Ms. Lee earned a Bachelor of Science in events and meeting management from the Metropolitan State University of Denver, during which time she was a member of Delta Gamma from 2011 to 2014. Additionally, she completed coursework in advertising through the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Georgia. In 2020, Ms. Lee earned her Certified Meeting Professional designation from the Events Industry Council, further solidifying her expertise in the field.
Throughout her career, Ms. Lee has been an active member of several industry-related organizations, including Meeting Professionals International since 2015, the Florida Society of Association Executives, the American Society of Association Executives, the Professional Convention Management Association and the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence. Through her involvement in these organizations, she has stayed abreast of industry trends and networked with other professionals in her field.
Ms. Lee is sincerely dedicated to cultivating meaningful relationships, both professionally and personally. While she maintains a client-oriented approach in her interactions, her commitment extends beyond the confines of business transactions. Ms. Lee endeavors to establish genuine connections with her clients by taking the time to understand them personally in order to best serve them professionally. Such an interest in those she interacts with underscores her belief in the value of holistic relationships, where individuals are appreciated beyond their professional capacities.
Such an approach greatly influences Ms. Lee's dedication to giving back to her community. Her compassionate nature and desire to make a positive impact beyond her career led her to become involved with domestic women's shelters in Colorado and to donate to the Humane Society. Outside of work, Ms. Lee enjoys traveling, going to the beach, playing golf, working out and engaging in various sports activities.
In all she has pursued and achieved thus far, Ms. Lee attributes much of her success to her strong support network, which has enabled her to follow her aspirations with confidence and determination. All in all, her dedication to excellence and continuous growth make her a distinguished figure in the event management industry. Looking ahead, Ms. Lee aims to continue striving for success by achieving membership in the Master's Club at HelmsBriscoe and establishing and leading a team within the organization.
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