ABOUT THE EDUCATION FUND
The Brian D. Stevens Hospitality Education Fund was established to support the next generation of leaders in the hospitality and meetings industry. Founded by Brian Stevens, creator of ConferenceDirect, the fund reflects his long-standing commitment to mentorship, professional development, and expanding opportunities for future industry professionals. Through scholarships and educational support, the fund aims to empower students pursuing careers in hospitality, events, and tourism while helping strengthen the future of the industry.
EVENT DETAILS
The event will be held at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas.
Table Purchases including 10 seats available for $10,000
Event Agenda
5:30 PM – Cocktails & Mingling
6:30 PM – Dinner
9:00 PM – Evening Concludes
Attire for the evening
Gentlemen: Coat & Tie
Women: Cocktail Attire
Use the link below to browse available hotel accommodations near the venue.
FOUNDING MEMBERS
Ray Bloom
Chairman,
IMEX Group
Mike Gamble
Chairman & CEO, SearchWide Global
Jerry Horan
President & CEO, ConferenceDirect
Sherrif Karamat
President & CEO,
PCMA
Michelle Mason
President & CEO,
ASAE
Brian Stevens
Executive Chairman, ConferenceDirect
Paul Van Deventer
President & CEO,
MPI
Don Welsh
President & CEO,
Destinations International
HOST COMMITTEE
Christian Amsberry
Founder & Financial Planner, Concierge Wealth
Amanda Armstrong
Senior Vice President, Encore
JoAnn Bedrosian Ryan
Senior Director, PCMA Foundation
Charles Bello
Senior Vice President / Team Director, ConferenceDirect
Tom Blumenthal
President & CEO, GEARYS
Adam Burke
President & CEO, Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board
Alex Capecelatro
Chief Executive Officer, Josh.ai
Scott Durkin
Vice President, Marketing Programs, ConferenceDirect
Ben Erwin
Chief Executive Officer, Encore
Ross E. Heller
Publisher & Executive Editor, USAE Weekly News
Carrie Freeman Parsons
Chair of The Board, Freeman Company
Linda Hilton
Chair of the Board of Directors, Conrad N. Hilton Foundation
Danny Hughes
President, Americas, Hilton Worldwide
Brian Landers
Senior Vice President/Team Director, ConferenceDirect
Michael Massari
Chief Sales Officer, Caesars Entertainment
David McAuley
Senior Director, Washington, D.C. and Chicago Area, Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau
Lisa Messina
Chief Sales Officer, Visit Orlando
Chris Nassetta
President & CEO, Hilton Worldwide
Virna Navia
Vice President-Intermediary Strategy, Visit Anaheim
Frank Passanante
Global Head of Sales & HRCC, Hilton Worldwide
Joe Popolo
Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands, United States of America
Stephen Revetria
President, Giants Enterprises
Julius Robinson
COO, Western US & Gaylord Hotels Nationwide, Marriott International
Scott White
President & CEO, Visit Greater Palm Springs