Erin Clark Dunstan

About Erin Clark Dunstan

At the helm of Sales and Account Management for Maritz Business Events Solutions in the Association, Trade Show, and Live Events markets, I am proud to lead a large team that delivers cutting-edge event solutions for some of the largest and most complex organizations in the Business Events industry. Our focus is on innovative event design, emerging technology, and enhancing exhibitor and guest engagement. We achieve this by leveraging a mix of data, experience, and behavioral science to create unforgettable experiences.With a strategic eye on account management and sales, I\'ve cultivated a reputation for fostering talent, guiding teams through complex challenges, with team member development and business performance equally at the forefront. We successfully navigate large-scale projects encompassing event technology, registration, housing, event design, and global meetings management. My leadership perspective, negotiation skills and a customer-centric approach have been instrumental in growing great teams, fostering enduring business relationships and driving our mission forward.My role requires me to have a strong grasp of financial stewardship and legal implications, enabling me to make sound, risk-aware business decisions that align with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations. I understand the broader implications of business events, from economic development to social impact, and I am committed to ensuring we remain a force for good in the global community.Spending 20+ years leading in an organization that is always focused on transformation, my leadership style is inclusive, strategic, and results oriented.

Experience

1. Managing Vice President, Sales

   Maritz

   Jul 2020 — Present

Education

• Michigan State University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Food Marketing

  1992 — 1998

Skills

• Event Management
• Meeting Planning
• Customer Retention
• Accountability
• Convention Services
• Customer Satisfaction
• Customer Experience
• Registration
• Contract Negotiation
• Hospitality Industry
• Sales
• Corporate Events
• Team Leadership
• Thought Leadership
• Incentives
• Event Planning
• Hospitality
• Strategic Sourcing
• Hotels
• Strategic Thinking
• Strategy
• Account Management
• Marketing
• Location Intelligence
• Trade Shows
• Hospitality Management