Judy Kent

Judy Kent has a diverse and extensive work experience in the hospitality and tourism industry. Judy currently holds the position of Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Radius Hospitality. Prior to this, they served as the National Sales Manager at Explore St. Louis from 2019 to 2022. From 2015 to 2018, Judy was the Director of Sales and Marketing at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland and Global Center for Health Innovation. During their tenure, they exceeded revenue goals by 13%. Before that, they worked as a Strategic Sales Executive at Experient - a Maritz Global Events Company from 2005 to 2014. Judy also held the role of Regional Sales Director at Tourism Toronto from 2003 to 2005.

Judy's work experience also includes serving as the Senior Director of Sales and Event Operations at The Traveller Inc., a co-owned Travel Management Company, from 1993 to 2003. During their tenure, they successfully increased sales by 813% from $800,000 to $6.5M. Additionally, they have worked at Marriott Hotels in various roles, including Director of Sales and Marketing at RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT, Business Travel Sales Manager, and Director of Sales and Marketing at Courtyard and Fairfield Inn.

Throughout their career, Judy has demonstrated a strong track record in sales, marketing, and business development strategies. Judy has consistently exceeded revenue goals and has been successful in attracting national convention business and generating economic impact for their employers.

Judy Kent has studied Psychology at Metro State University and has obtained an AAS degree in Human Services from Inver Hills Community College. Additionally, they have a certification in Certified Business Coaching.