Kristin Miodonski has been appointed executive director of
the Hospitality
Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Foundation after
taking a benchmark qualification.
Miodonski, who had been serving as interim managing director,
was awarded Certified Association Executive (CAE) status by the American
Society of Association Executives.
CAE is recognised as the highest professional certification
in the association industry.
Miodonski has extensive experience in association
leadership, with a track record of helping organisations expand their reach,
increase their relevance, and have a lasting impact.
"Kristin’s appointment as executive director is a
testament to her leadership, vision, and commitment to the mission of the HSMAI
Foundation," said Brian Hicks, president and CEO of HSMAI. "She has
already made a significant impact in her interim role, and her recent
achievement of the CAE designation reinforces the expertise and professionalism
she brings to the table. Under her guidance, we are confident the foundation
will continue to grow its influence and advance its critical work in talent
development across our industry."
Reflecting on her new role, Miodonski said: "I’m honoured
to officially step into the role of executive director of the HSMAI Foundation
and to continue growing as a leader in the association space. I look forward to
building on the Foundation’s legacy and working collaboratively with our
partners to support the incredible talent within the hospitality industry."
The CAE certification is awarded to individuals who
demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and commitment essential to effective
association management. Miodonski is one of just 129 professionals to pass the
Spring 2025 exam and joins a group of 4,500 CAEs worldwide.
In addition to her role at HSMAI, Miodonski serves as associate
VP of Association Solutions at MCI USA and executive director of the
Professional Development Consortium.
Established in 1983 to serve as the research and educational
arm of the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International. In 2018,
The HSMAI Foundation established a new mission statement: To elevate the
overall calibre and performance of sales, marketing and revenue management
professionals in the global hospitality industry by driving initiatives that
will attract new talent, develop emerging talent, and engage existing talent.
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