Annette M. Suriani

Annette M. Suriani, CMP, CFMP, DES is chief business events strategist for AMS Meetings Solutions, an association and meetings management firm she founded in 2012. She has been an event planner for 20+ years working with professional societies, trade associations, Boards of Certification, faith-based groups, Foundations and social groups. She has a proven track record managing trade shows and annual meetings. Annette is a well-respected leader in the meetings industry not only through her business but through her volunteer commitments with PCMA Capital Chapter, PCMA Headquarters and Kids Give Back. She also hones her event planning skills by serving as the Chairman of the Social Committee for the 200 unit condominium complex she lives in by planning monthly events that include wine and cheese tastings, Zumba classes and happy hours.

She currently serves as the Executive Director of the Association of Meeting Professionals and works with approximately half a dozen clients on their annual meetings and events.