Jamie Simpson is an accomplished meetings and event management professional with extensive experience in directing large-scale conferences and meetings within various organizations. Currently serving as Senior Director of Meetings at AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology, Jamie oversees the Meetings and Housing Departments, implementing strategic plans and managing both domestic and international events. Previous roles include Senior Director and Director of Meetings at the Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine, where budget management reached up to $15 million, and Director of Meetings Services at the American Society of Clinical Oncology, coordinating extensive annual meetings with 40,000 attendees. Jamie's career is characterized by progressive leadership roles, strong vendor negotiation skills, and a focus on cost savings while ensuring high-quality event execution. Jamie holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management from the University of Mary Washington.