Brian Strickland
Event Management Expert | Certified Master Designer | CASE | SEPC
- Role
- Director of Sales & Account Management, Live Events at Maritz
- Location
- Seattle, WA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Brian Strickland
With over 25 years of experience in the events industry, I am a visionary and passionate leader who drives innovation, growth, and customer satisfaction. As the Director of Sales & Account Management for Live Events at Maritz Global Events, I oversee a talented team of professionals who deliver exceptional live events for associations and Fortune 500 companies across the globe.My core competencies include new business development, account management, experience design, and product development. I use cutting-edge technology coupled with behavioral science to understand the needs and motivations of event attendees and create memorable and impactful experiences. I also leverage my extensive network and negotiating skills to foster and maintain strong partnerships with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders. I am a certified association sales executive (CASE) and a thought leader who contributes to the advancement of the events industry through public speaking, publications, and board participation. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, being outdoors, and supporting various philanthropic causes.
Experience
Director of Sales & Account Management, Live Events
Mar 2016 — Present · Seattle, WA, US
Education
University of Mississippi
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology, English
1993 — 1997
Skills
- Registration
- Hospitality Industry
- Site Selection
- Account Management
- Trade Shows
- Event Planning
- Team Building
- Management
- Corporate Events
- Strategic Partnerships
- Hospitality
- Incentives
- Contract Negotiation
- Customer Relations
- Event Management
- Events
- Conferences
- Conference Management
- Meeting Planning
- Sponsorship
- Customer Service
- Sales
- Contract Negotiations
- Marketing
- Strategic Planning
- Resorts
- Social Media
- Advertising
- Fundraising
- Location Intelligence
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