Linda Hurtley's Page

How are you involved in the meeting and events industry?

Third Party Planner

What is your company, assocation or affiliation?

The Linwood Group, Inc.

What is your position?

Owner, Meeting Manager

How long have you been in the meetings and events industry?

10+ Years

What is your favorite meeting or event destination?

My hometown of Minneapolis, but I've managed meetings in many great places within these United States!

What is your funniest event or meeting planning experience

When the Twin Cities hosted the 2008 RNC, my team and I were enroute to the host hotel in downtown St. Paul to oversee a client project. We had allowed plenty of time for an extended traffic delay, but didn't plan for the numerous police road blocks because of the protesters. We ended up winding through miles of nearby neighborhoods and wondering if we were going to arrive on time. While it was stressful at the time, we later laughed and joked that we were going to be late for our own project! We weren't - it went off without a hitch!

About Me:

I love planning meetings! I'm also starting to help my clients build better sponsorship programs - it's been a fun new curve to my business!

Website:

http://linwoodgroupinc.com