Karissa Autry

Karissa Autry is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in event management and healthcare support. Currently serving as Manager of Hosted Buyer Experience at Connect since January 2020, Karissa is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with meeting planners and motivating their attendance at industry events. Prior to this role, Karissa worked as an Anesthesia Technician at Gwinnett Medical Center from June 2016 to December 2019, providing essential support across multiple surgical rooms and managing equipment and supplies. Additionally, Karissa gained experience as an Office Assistant at Toyota Mall of Georgia from October 2015 to September 2016, where responsibilities included customer service, scheduling, and handling warranty claims.