Laura Pope Westgate

Laura Pope Westgate is a seasoned professional in event management and logistics, currently serving as a Sr Event Technology Project Manager at Opus Agency since December 2021. Laura has extensive experience as an Independent Travel & Event Manager since December 2002, overseeing all aspects of event planning, including budget management, contract negotiations, and logistical coordination. Previous roles include managing logistics for medical staff during the Covid-19 pandemic at Krucial Staffing, serving as Executive Assistant to the Provost at Trinity Valley Community College, and holding various communication and event management positions in the City of Palestine and City of Tyler. Laura holds a BS in Management from the University of Texas at Tyler and an AS in Accounting from Trinity Valley Community College, along with a certificate in Tour Management and Logistics from the International Tour Management Institute.