Sr. Manager Industry Engagement & Events
Encore
With 15-plus years in the meeting and event industry, Candice began her career at the Chicago Mayor’s Office of Special Events, where she managed permitting and logistics for Chicago-run events, which lead her to a team that produced some of Chicago’s biggest music and summer festivals, StarEvents. In search of some quiet time, she pivoted into meetings and worked in the pharma and bio tech industry for a third-party agency until ultimately landing at PSAV, now Encore as an event manager in 2018. In her current role as Sr. Manager, Industry Engagement & Events, Candice manages relationships with industry partners, Encore brand activations, and customer-facing events.
Candice lives in Chicago with her husband Chad and their two cats. When she’s not working, she’s cooking for and entertaining her friends and family.
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Waste, but true sustainability must also prioritize people. Talent and the local workforce play a critical role in creating events that support long-term sustainability. By intentionally building teams, selecting partners and hiring talent with sustainability in mind, organizations can foster a more responsible and impactful event ecosystem.
Explore real-world examples of how companies have successfully integrated sustainability into their workforce strategies. Understand how to align hiring and partnerships with sustainability goals, measure and report on these efforts, and create lasting positive impacts for both the environment and the people who bring events to life.
This session is approved for the following certifications.
* ICCA Skills Domain CICS/CICE: Module 5: Business and Market Planning, 0.5 credits
* CSEP Approved