Jennifer Pedri Gillissen, is an experienced meeting planner who has accumulated a vast amount of industry knowledge over a broad spectrum during the past 11 years. She has attained the highest level of certification in the industry (Certified Meeting Planner [CMP]) and has been responsible for everything from scheduling meetings, to providing minutes, to negotiating hotel contracts, and to arranging recreational programs. Ms. Gillissen is also a skilled events coordinator who designs and manages booth exhibits at trade shows as well as makes recommendations for meeting venues. She has been commended for her talents in organizing all aspects of meeting registrations and in maintaining files on clients’ charges, payments, and facility use. She has also worked with billing and budget constraints to ensure funds were obligated accurately and in a timely manner. Ms. Gillissen makes use of various software tools. Her administrative skills include: research, writing marketing m