Keisha Byrd

Keisha Byrd has a diverse work experience in event planning and management. Keisha started their career as an Event Coordinator/Intern at the University of Cincinnati Foundation in 2007. Keisha then moved on to work as a Standing Advisory Group Coordinator at PCAOB from 2008 to 2011. After that, Keisha worked as the Director of Meetings and Special Events at the Association for Women in Science from 2011 to 2012. Keisha then joined Millennium Hotels and Resorts as a Catering Sales Manager from 2012 to 2013. Keisha's next role was at Emerald, where they held multiple positions. Keisha first served as a Conference and Events Manager from 2013 to 2022. Later, they became the Director of Strategic Events for the Hospitality Group, and currently, they hold the position of Brand Leader/Associate Show Director for Boutique Design (BDNY), leading various events and conferences in the hospitality industry.

Keisha Byrd attended the University of Cincinnati from 2004 to 2008, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication with a focus on Public Relations.