Dianne Kelly
Edwards Lifesciences
Job Title: Sr. Specialist, Congress and Events
Address: 1 Edwards Way
Irvine, CA 92614
United States
Work Phone: 9492503774 ext.
Mobile: 7148569080
Email: dianne_kelly@edwards.com
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What is your role in the site selection process? : Initial research
Are you permitted to book programs outside the continental USA?: No
Room Type: Single Occupancy
What types of properties/venues do you prefer? (Check all that apply): Sophisticated urban hotels
Would you ever consider planning meetings, incentives, or events on a cruise? No
Please describe a past program that you feel typifies the business opportunity you represent for our partners:
2024 we did 3 mid year meetings for 3 areas, 65 people each, hotels were Pendry Utah, Four Seasons Minnesota, and Kimpton Nashville
Please share with us an opportunity you are currently working on:
Same as above but also may be one mid year meeting with ~200 people
In what locales have you found the greatest program successes?
Four Seasons Minnesota – this was the most popular meeting because of the hotel ammenities.
Typical duration of meeting or incentive program. (number of nights): 2
Level of luxury you expect for your most important programs: Mid-level Luxury: ($350-$500 per night)
If money were no object, I would:
Something that would surprise you about me:
Type of company Independent meeting planner / event planner
Average size of your programs? (number of rooms) 60-225
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