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      <image:caption>Hey there! I’m Jen—a meeting broker, event planner, travel junkie, music lover, and occasional charcuterie aficionado (it’s a real skill). Whether I’m sourcing the perfect venue for a corporate retreat, planning a rooftop welcome reception in Mexico City, or hopping on a flight to scout out the next unforgettable destination, I live for creating moments that connect people and places. This blog is where business meets adventure—with a few flight delays and fabulous cocktails along the way. Expect insider tips, destination inspiration, planning hacks, event trends, and travel tales. If you’re a fellow planner, a curious traveler, or someone just looking for their next incentive trip idea, you’re in the right place. So grab a coffee (or a carry-on), and let’s make magic happen—one meeting, event, and journey at a time.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>About Me - Proven Results</image:title>
      <image:caption>In 2018, she joined ConferenceDirect, expanding her global reach in hotel and venue sourcing, event logistics, contract negotiations, and comprehensive event management services. Her clients benefit from her strategic thinking, trusted partnerships, and insider industry knowledge. Jen is a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) and CMP–Healthcare (CMP-HC) — designations earned through excellence and industry leadership. She’s also a multiple-award-winning sales professional with a proven track record of delivering results. Today, Jen blends her deep hospitality roots with strategic event consulting—helping clients plan impactful meetings, source exceptional hotels &amp; venues, manage logistics, and elevate their presence at conferences, incentive trips, and tradeshows. Whether she’s coordinating a global retreat or streamlining event operations, Jen brings clarity, creativity, and calm to every project.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>About Me - Who Is Jen?</image:title>
      <image:caption>When she’s not curating events or coaching clients, you’ll find Jen out in nature — hiking, traveling, or relaxing with her friends, family, and her loyal dog, Kona. Her zest for life is matched only by her dedication to the people she serves. Some of Jen’s favorite adventures have taken her to Italy’s Lake Como, the vibrant streets of Porto, Portugal, the beaches of Thailand and Hawai’i, the culture-rich cities of New Orleans and San Juan, hiking to Havasupai Falls, and meeting great people in the pubs of Dublin.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>About Me - Meet Jen Cease —</image:title>
      <image:caption>a powerhouse in sales, marketing, and events, with a passion for travel and a talent for turning ideas into unforgettable experiences. Based in sunny San Diego and booking events globally, Jen has spent nearly two decades immersed in the hospitality and tourism industry, where her energy, creativity, and client-first mindset shine. Her career journey began with a love for connecting people and places. Since then, she’s grown into a versatile professional with deep expertise in sales strategy, marketing, customer experience, and operational insight. Jen is not just about making things happen — she makes them happen smoothly, efficiently, and with style.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>About Me - What sets Jen apart?</image:title>
      <image:caption>Her highly personalized approach, thoughtful communication, and ability to anticipate what clients need before they even ask. If you're looking for a partner who understands both the big picture and the fine details — someone who can guide you through the complexities of sales, events, or travel with ease — you're in the right place.</image:caption>
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