Our Team

As President and CEO of Global DMC Partners, Catherine drives the vision, growth, and success of the company and its network of worldwide partners. Before joining Global DMC Partners, she was a senior executive at Fidelity Investments, where she led two subsidiaries to global success.

Catherine’s influence extends beyond her role at Global DMC Partners. She serves as a French Foreign Trade Advisor (CCE) and is the Vice President and board member of the Promotion for French Attractiveness Committee. In these capacities, she plays a pivotal role in promoting French economic interests on a global scale.

A dancer at heart and a lover of life, Catherine’s lifelong mission is to explore and share the world’s dances, cuisines, and cultures. And here’s a fun fact: despite being a true Parisian, Catherine absolutely hates cheese! We’re still trying to figure out how she manages to enjoy French wine without it. Her unique tastes and zest for life make her a truly fascinating leader and individual.

Stacy brings over two decades of expertise to her role at Global DMC Partners, where she expertly oversees all operational aspects, including DMC partnerships, event management, and GEC Processing. Her hands-on approach involves closely collaborating with DMCs and the sales team to ensure smooth processes and successful events. Stacy’s passion for her work shines through in her love for traveling to DMC destinations, attending tradeshows, and seeing events come to life.

Her favorite cities are Charleston, SC, for its irresistible praline samples, and Lisbon, Portugal, for its delectable Pasteis da Nata. Although she’s a baking aficionado, these days her life is less about perfecting pastries and more about keeping up with her two little kids in DC. Between chasing them around and hunting for fun activities, baking is now a family affair, with “baking with Mommy” being a highlight—especially when it means licking the spoon!

At Global DMC Partners, Erin orchestrates all the buzz about GDP by spearheading innovative marketing campaigns that enhance brand visibility, customer engagement, and business growth. Combining her flair for innovation and a client-forward approach, she crafts compelling initiatives, leveraging her keen eye for detail and data-driven insights in everything from email marketing, webinar strategy, and website management to social media, events, branding, and creative design.

Outside of work, Erin embraces her role as a “boy mom” to two energetic young boys who keep her on her toes! She balances her busy family life with her love for Orangetheory workouts, exploring new destinations, and indulging in health and wellness podcasts or a good new book. She’s also on a lifelong quest to find the ultimate cheeseburger, with Shake Shack’s and Le Diplomate’s currently leading the pack.

Fernanda’s expertise comes from her background in digital marketing, data analytics, and business communications. As the Marketing Content Manager at Global DMC Partners, she focuses on expanding the company’s reach, amplifying our brand, and engaging our clients by creating compelling content and marketing campaigns. In short, she is a creative mastermind!

Because she’s used to people misspelling her name, she usually gives a fake name at Starbucks. Though Fernanda could likely win an eating contest with her hearty appetite, she has a strong dislike for mayonnaise. Among her favorite activities are doing ballet and baking for her family and friends.

Dawn’s journey in the industry spans from the vibrant casino scene to the dynamic world of Destination Management Companies (DMCs). Her enthusiasm for discovering new destinations shines through, and it’s clear she’s found her niche. When she’s not exploring the world or working her magic in the hospitality realm, she enjoys quality time with her family. Her husband Mark and two beautiful children, Olivia and Ernie, are what keep her young at heart and striving for more.

Her role as a mother is her most cherished achievement, but her professional accolades are equally impressive. She was honored as a 2024 Smart Women’s Magazine award winner and recognized as the 2024 DMC Supplier of the Year by a major third party. Additionally, Dawn is serving a three-year executive term on her children’s Parent-Teacher Council (PTC), further showcasing her dedication to both her family and community.

Territory: Midwest USA

Benoit’s industry journey kicked off as the Director of Sales for North America at a European Destination Management Company, where he juggled markets from the USA to Latin America and Europe. Originally from France, he’s lived in places like Aix en Provence, London, New York, and Paris, before settling in Boston.

While Benoit’s heart beats for travel, he loves nothing more than quality time at home with his wife, Kelly, their two kids, Elizae and Maximilien, and their dog, Irie. He relishes days spent at the beach or the lake, boating, fishing, and grilling. And let’s not forget the aperitifs—because what’s life without a little French twist in his American lifestyle?

Territory: Northeast USA, Eastern Canada, International

With the motto “Work Hard, Play Harder,” Shelley is a powerhouse with over 25 years of expertise in DMC and hotel sales. She combines her deep industry knowledge with a passion for creating exceptional events that bring each client’s vision to life. Often described as the Energizer Bunny, her globe-trotting adventures—spanning 52 countries and counting—include zip-lining across Morocco’s Atlas Mountains, exploring Machu Picchu, hiking the Oman Mountains, and playing with tigers in Chiang Mai.

When she’s not jet-setting or orchestrating flawless events for her diverse clientele, Shelley treasures time with her family and friends, stays active with weight training, and finds joy in gardening, cooking, baking, and teaching her dog, Bobby, new tricks.

Territory: Mid-Atlantic & Southeast USA

Riley’s journey into the world of business events kicked off in 2009, and she’s been lighting up the industry ever since! She jumped into the DMC scene in 2011 and has since become a guru at navigating both meeting planners and DMCs with ease.

But Riley’s talents don’t end at the office. When she’s not orchestrating events, you’ll find her wrangling her three lively kids, exploring new hobbies, or turning any space into a handstand arena. Family is Riley’s greatest joy, and she blends her love for them with her vibrant energy, whether she’s tackling a new project or simply enjoying life’s little moments.

Territory: West and Southwest USA

Michelle brings over 20 years of experience in the travel industry, where she excels in organizing proposals and ensuring smooth communication with our DMC Partners. Her enthusiasm for organization is unmatched—whether it’s managing real-world items or perfecting her Pinterest boards, she’s always in her element.

Outside the office, Michelle is a nature lover who enjoys family walks in the Blue Hills or dancing joyfully in a rain shower. She’s a DIY enthusiast, crafting new creams and cleansers, and can often be found curled up with a great book in her cozy nook. At home, her collection of 100+ houseplants keeps her husband and kids on their toes. If she weren’t in the travel industry, she’d likely be a biologist, exploring the wonders of the great outdoors.

Inspired by her sister’s dedication and passion for the MICE industry, Jess followed her dreams and pursued a career in the same field. Known for her warm and engaging personality, she plays a vital role in supporting our Global Advisors with seamless communication between clients and DMCs, ensuring timely responses and proposals are on track every step of the way.

She has an unhealthy obsession with reading amidst thunderstorms, a serious weakness for candy stores, and her quirky fear is Sidonglobophobia— the fear of cotton balls! If she won a million dollars, you’d find her building a massive farm to rescue and care for all kinds of animals.

Maxime’s extensive work experience in dozens of industries paired with his passion for languages, translation, and cyber technology make him a perfect fit at Global DMC Partners where he is interacting with so many different cultures day after day.

His favorite cities include Montreal, New York, Barcelona, Las Vegas, Paris and Albi. He’s already visited a dozen countries and hopes to make it to 50+ one day. When he’s not at home playing video games, listening to music, or working on creative writing, he’s riding his motorcycle through winding desert roads and stopping at a bar for a craft IPA with friends.

Amy brings over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry. She began her career at the Grand Hyatt Washington in Convention Sales and then advanced to a global hotel sales organization. Now she skillfully tracks sales leads, client proposals and more working as a liaison between our DMCs and clients.

Amy’s work ethic and resilience can be traced back to her roots on a 110-acre dairy farm, where she learned the value of hard work and adaptability. Outside of work, she loves skiing, spending time at the beach with her family, and experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen. When she manages to find a little quiet time, she enjoys getting lost in a good book.

Before joining Global DMC Partners, Chris worked at AstraZeneca and three large event agencies: Maritz, Grass Roots M&E, and CWT M&E. Throughout his career, he has held positions such as Conference Manager, Operations Manager, Account Director, and Head of Events. Throughout his career, he has traveled to over 70 countries for work and independent travel. Additionally, he has lived in various countries including France, Switzerland, Australia, New Zealand, and Sri Lanka. However, his favorite country to visit and travel through is India.

Chris currently lives in Marlow, just outside London in the UK, with his wife and two teenage children. When he’s not working, you can find him cheering for Tottenham Hotspurs, coaching the local kids’ football team, enjoying a beer, or being a professional DJ in his lounge with his beloved 1210’s.

Territory: United Kingdom

After wrapping up his degree in International Tourism & Event Management, Sebastian dove headfirst into the meetings and incentives scene. What really gets him excited about the job? Making clients smile, simplifying their lives, and meeting interesting people from every corner of the globe.

Originally from Germany, Sebastian’s adventures have taken him across the world—he’s lived in Australia, studied abroad in Dublin, and now splits his time between Cape Town and Berlin. He’s already ticked off 62 countries, but his travel bucket list is still filled with dreams, like exploring Antarctica or scaling Mount Kilimanjaro. When he’s not off globetrotting, you’ll find him unwinding and recharging atop his favorite spot—Table Mountain.

Territory: Germany, Austria, Hungary, Poland, Switzerland, Czech Republic & South Africa

Before joining Global DMC Partners, Maria gained over 10 years of industry experience working at TUI Ukraine. In her current role, she assists our UK team with client requests and proposals, and communicates with our DMCs on behalf of our UK clients.

Maria excels at communication and prides herself on being open to new people, places and experiences…as long as there are no spiders involved! Her passion for travel extends to a dream of embarking on a world trip, exploring diverse cultures and landscapes. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking while listening to the evening cartoons that her son watches and writing her thoughts down in her journal, which she is considering publishing one day.

Maxine’s career within the UK meetings and incentives market began nearly 30 years ago, representing DMCs, venues and CVBs. Founder of AbleMaxx, she now manages Global DMC Partners’ UK team and is able to mix the dedication she has to her career with her passion for travel.

Maxine’s greatest source of joy comes from her family including her husband and two sons. Her happy place is in a kitchen, cooking for the family, or walking in the countryside with friends.

Territory: United Kingdom