MGME, the North America-based full-service meetings and events agency, has announced Cindy D’Aoust as is new vice-president of business strategy.
Prior to her position with MGME, D’Aoust was the president and CEO of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), where she oversaw the organisation’s work across its five operating regions, including North America, Europe, the UK and Ireland, Australasia and Brazil. She was also the former COO of Meeting Professionals International (MPI).
D’Aoust will be responsible for guiding MGME’s long-term direction and identifying new ways to position MGME as a leader in the MICE space.
“Having Cindy on the team was an obvious choice for us as we look to amplify our impact in the expanding global event market,” said Carvie Gillikin, CEO of MGME. “Our top goal will always be our clients and providing an exceptional customer experience. We are confident that Cindy’s appointment as our new vice-president of business strategy will help to improve our present operations and bring additional value to our clients and ultimately, their attendees.”
MGME is an organiser of large conferences and meetings for several corporations. Since its acquisition by InteleTravel in 2024, the company offers group and individual travel, business travel solutions, and exclusive experiences such as concerts and sporting events.
“My career has given me a wealth of knowledge and experiences in meetings, events, travel, and corporate experiences. Joining MGME felt like an obvious next step for me,” said D’Aoust. “As their vice-president of business strategy, I look forward to finding new ways to grow the company and improve their already successful practices, and increasing their impact, not just with clients, but across the whole industry.”
Over its 30+ years, MGME has cared for more than one million guests at over 30,000 events.
