CEO
Parthenon Management Group
Sarah S. Timm is certified as an Association Executive by ASAE and is a Certified Meeting Professional, Healthcare‑focused, through MPI. She began her career at the Nashville Convention Center, where she managed more than 250 trade shows and public events. She later became Director of Meetings at Traveltime Meetings, planning and executing meetings for major corporations and associations.
Sarah joined the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ACNP) in 2005 as Deputy Executive Director. During this time, she earned her Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential and further strengthened her leadership and operational management skills. She now serves as Executive Director of ACNP and as President and CEO of Parthenon Management Group (PMG). PMG manages 30 national and international medical and scientific research organizations and oversees meeting management for 14 additional clients, supported by a growing team of 147 staff.
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As the meetings and events industry evolves, professionals must stay ahead of emerging trends and skill demands. Based on insights from the latest professional skills reports, explore the top capabilities shaping the future of global meetings. From AI-driven efficiencies to advanced leadership strategies, gain actionable insights to enhance your career and future-proof your organization.
Learning outcomes:
Identify the top emerging skills, including AI integration, strategic problem-solving, and leadership development that will define the next era of the meetings industry
Leverage how digital tools, automation, and data-driven decision-making can enhance event planning, attendee engagement and operational success
Adapt to evolving client and stakeholder expectations and meet the increasing demand for innovation, sustainability and personalization in global meetings and events
This session is approved for the following certifications.
* ICCA Skills Domain CICS/CICE: Module 1: Understanding the Market, 0.75 Credits
* CSEP Approved