Katie has over 15+ years' experience in the Travel and Events industry, holding a number of global positions in event operations, account management, sales within major TMCs in addition to corporate roles in Strategic Meeting management program ownership, travel and meetings procurement responsible for global category strategies focused on demand management and consolidation.  Most recently tasked with leading the congress and events enablement division within Astellas, focused on tools, technology, supplier management and process efficiency. With a huge passion for travel, Katie is excited about the return of face-to-face events whilst continuing to leverage and enhance virtual and hybrid capabilities.