ConferenceDirect Welcomes Jill Marcus as Senior Vice President & Team Director

FOLSOM, CA – July 14, 2025 ConferenceDirect is proud to announce the appointment of Jill Marcus as Senior Vice President and Team Director, effective July 14, 2025. A highly respected hospitality executive, Jill brings over 25 years of deep industry experience, having held a variety of leadership positions during her tenure at Marriott International.

Throughout her distinguished career at Marriott, Jill led cross-functional teams across Banquets, Catering Sales, Event Planning, Group Housing, Area Sales, and Global Sales – with a particular focus on the Corporate and Luxury segments. Most recently, she served as a consultant for the JW Marriott Las Vegas, The Resort at Sumerlin, where she applied her strategic insight and operational expertise to help reposition the resort and elevate performance.

“We are thrilled to welcome Jill to the ConferenceDirect family,” said Jerry Horan, President & CEO of ConferenceDirect. “Her wealth of experience, strategic mindset, and passion for hospitality will make her an incredible asset to our associates, customers, and partners.”

Jill resides in New Jersey with her husband Howard, their three children, and beloved dog Reggie. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, tennis, yoga, and Pilates.

Her appointment underscores ConferenceDirect’s continued commitment to growing and strengthening our leadership team with accomplished professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional results for our clients.

About ConferenceDirect

Founded in 1998, ConferenceDirect has grown into one of the largest and most respected meeting and event management firms globally. Leveraging our extensive experience, we collaborate with clients to reduce costs, increase revenue, minimize risk, and enhance attendee experience. With over 18,000 contracts managed annually, serving more than 4000 global customers, and over 1000 events managed globally by our 120+ meeting professionals, ConferenceDirect Associates are meeting and event experts.

With headquarters in Folsom, California, ConferenceDirect is a full-service global meetings solution company. Our diverse portfolio of services includes Virtual/Hybrid Meetings, Site Selection & Contract Negotiation, Conference Management, Housing & Registration Services, Event Technology, Strategic Meetings Management Programs, Incentive Programs, Cruise Services, Experience Design, Green Meetings, Vendor Management, and Marketing Support. For more information, visit www.conferencedirect.com.

Mission Statement

ConferenceDirect partners with organizations to help them achieve their goals and create memorable experiences for their attendees. With proven global experience, professionalism, and innovative meeting solutions, our team is dedicated to your success.

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