Expertise:
Management of citywide event planning and scientific abstracts
Hobbies/Sports:
Traveling; Spending time with her three kids
Education Degrees:
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Scripps College, CA (1986)
Charity:
Board Member, Local Homeowners Association; Charity Walk, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Number Of Years In Profession:
25
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her hard work, dedication to various organizations, and enjoying the work she does.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession after working on Capitol Hill in an administrative role. She left to join the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. She held an administrative position and learned about event planning.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Terry has been an association meeting professional for nearly 25 years.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing a department of four to five people; Running the annual convention; Handling memberships; Serving on several committees related to education and professional development; Working with strategic planning, logistical management organization, vendors and equipment orders; Managing abstracts and invited speakers; Organizing multiple courses and workshops
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Terry aspires to be on track to become certified as a nonprofit association executive. She would also like to be in charge of continuing medical education for the physicians she now works for.