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Her reliability, detailed nature and rapport with attendees make her an invaluable resource for our clients. Katie has a firm handle on all facets of her programs from start to finish as well as a dogged dedication to make meetings pleasant and successful. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f99d0178bbe4a3ec0977279/73fbbcfd-d8dc-4432-aeb0-48f73e4a70d6/Elan014.jpg Our Team Mary Ann Doherty President As company founder and President, Mary Ann brings extensive knowledge and experience in all facets of the hospitality industry to River West Meeting Associates. For over 30 years, Mary Ann has worked closely with Fortune 500 clients to design and implement business meetings, incentive travel programs and special events. In recent years, Mary Ann’s emphasis has been oversight of company operations and business development. Her deep commitment to first-class service permeates through the entire River West team and sets the foundation for our customer-driven organization. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f99d0178bbe4a3ec0977279/dfc0725e-3eae-4da4-bed1-9786289ad785/Elan011.jpg Our Team - Make it stand out Audrey Glander, HMCC Program Manager Audrey contributes a variety of skills and experience to River West having studied Hospitality Management and Business at the University of Missouri. She works closely with Program Managers to manage registration, attendee travel and compliance reporting. 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She manages all areas of the River West accounting department and assists in internal operations. Her attention to detail and work ethic ensures accurate and timely client billing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f99d0178bbe4a3ec0977279/c757da5f-b63f-4d7a-a604-3b709051b44f/Elan008.jpg Our Team - Make it stand out Lauren Dubinoff , HMCC Program Manager With a degree in Hospitality Management from the University of Missouri, Lauren brings extensive experience in pharmaceutical meeting planning to River West Meeting Associates. She has supported a wide range of programs, including Advisory Board Meetings, large-scale medical congresses, and national sales and marketing meetings. Lauren plays a key role in managing comprehensive meeting logistics, including registration website development, attendee housing and travel coordination, transportation planning, printed collateral production, and detailed compliance reporting. Her strong organizational skills and attention to detail help ensure seamless execution while meeting the rigorous standards of the pharmaceutical industry. Known for her collaborative approach and positive attitude, Lauren is a dependable team member who is always ready to support both clients and colleagues to deliver exceptional program experiences. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f99d0178bbe4a3ec0977279/f564e395-62b3-4ba6-b712-e0d8156b88fd/Laura+H.jpg Our Team Laura Hanrahan Senior Program Manager Laura has worked with a variety of clients in the financial, technology and healthcare sectors. Her energy, attention to detail and customer service skills make Laura a valuable asset to River West. 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