Cathy de Leon

Cathy de Leon is an experienced event and venue management professional with a diverse background in coordinating and executing large-scale conferences and meetings. Currently serving as a Freelance Venue Manager at AVID Center since June 2015, Cathy's role involves acting as a liaison between host organizations and venues, managing logistics, staging materials, and ensuring smooth event execution. Previous positions include Contract Operations Manager at 360 Destination Group, Freelance Contractor - Meetings Consultant at The CALPRO Group, and Conference Planner for CICAMH, among others. Cathy's expertise encompasses budgeting, vendor relations, logistics management, and client experience, supported by a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix and a certification in Hospitality Sales & Marketing from San Diego Mesa College.