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MEET OUR AREA MANAGERS WHO LEAD OUR DESTINATION EXPERTS
Our team always strives to provide comprehensive information and numerous options based on actual program requirements that are creative, unique and within budget! The team also ensures every component and on-site logistics are executed seamlessly, and any last minute changes are handled smoothly and efficiently. So why not get in touch to explore all the exciting opportunities we can offer in each of our amazing destinations.
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CINDY HEDSTROM
ARIZONA
If there were to be an additional definition of “creative”, Cindy would be a part of it! A passion for meeting client objectives and goals are a part of Cindy’s DNA and it shows with every event she designs, large or small. She has called Arizona her home for over 30 years and developed a keen expertise in creating authentic experiences in every remarkable corner of the state. With her colossal industry knowledge and broad planning background, Cindy will lead sales and business development focusing on growth in Arizona and nationally as Director of Sales for Circa. As an accomplished leader and business professional with a vision beyond limits, she is ready to partner with you to take your events to the highest level!
480 532 9793
CINDI OCCHUIZZO
SOUTH FLORIDA
An industry veteran of over 30 years, Cindi brings a diverse scope of hospitality expertise to the team. A graduate of Illinois State University, Cindi pursued her dream of working in the cruise industry and discovered her passion for experiential worldwide travel. From here Cindi’s role evolved from providing inside sales support for the retail sales channel to sales and operations for corporate incentive group programs and customized full-ship charters. Her experience with intimate destination-focused ships allowed her to create bespoke tour experiences with local DMC’s. Working with reputable cruise brands such as Disney Cruise Line and Norwegian Cruise Line, Cindi has developed strong relationships with third party event planners, incentive houses and corporate meeting planners throughout the world and enjoys building solid relationships with her clients, learning all about the overall business objectives and offering creative and unique solutions, whilst providing the highest level of service.
407 421 7165
CHRIS MCANANY
Mid-Atlantic (DC, MARYLAND, VIRGINIA),
Christopher brings over two decades of experience in the meetings and events industry as well as trade show and exhibition services. He has managed operations, sales, marketing, customer service, and account management within the hospitality and branding business sectors. After graduation from Michigan State University, Christopher started his career working with the automotive industry in events and exhibitions throughout the Detroit area and beyond. Working with esteemed partners such as GM Creative Services, HB Stubbs, and Carlson Marketing, Christopher contributed to the successes of GM World and many of the automotive world’s biggest events for the first few years of his career. e continued on to transition from both the exhibit and event realms to the DMC industry, eventually bringing both together. Most recently, he served as Vice President of the Eastern Regions for both PRA and Kuoni (now MC&A).
773 621 6077
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AMANDA JOHNSTON
TEXAS
As a lifelong Texan, Amanda will tell always tell you that " no one can do hospitality quite like the Lone Star State". She has spent the last seven years in the DMC industry curating and executing memorable experiences, showcasing the best that Texas has to offer. Combined with her experience as an event/trade show manager and a background in hotel sales and operations, Amanda is a Jill of all trades in the event world.
Her favorite games as a child were always puzzles and she has taken that natural love of all things logistical to manage events of every size, both domestically and internationally. You can count on her to slay every detail of an experience, even the ones no one notices. In her free time, Amanda loves a good happy hour and exploring any of Austin's 250 music venues.
210 621 4304
CINDY HEDSTROM
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
If there were to be an additional definition of “creative”, Cindy would be a part of it! A passion for meeting client objectives and goals are a part of Cindy’s DNA and it shows with every event she designs, large or small. She has called Arizona her home for over 30 years and developed a keen expertise in creating authentic experiences in every remarkable corner of the state. With her colossal industry knowledge and broad planning background, Cindy will lead sales and business development focusing on growth in Arizona and nationally as Director of Sales for Circa. As an accomplished leader and business professional with a vision beyond limits, she is ready to partner with you to take your events to the highest level!
480 532 9793