Irene Cerquaglia is an accomplished event professional with extensive experience in conference production and project management. Currently serving as Portfolio Director and Conference Director at Worldwide Business Research since June 2019, Irene oversees the production and growth strategy for several key financial summits. Prior experience includes a freelance role as a Conference Producer, delivering diverse events, and a tenure at Haymarket Media Group where Irene managed award-winning projects, notably in the energy sector. Irene's early career included roles in communication and events support, sales assistance, and marketing, complemented by a strong educational background in modern languages and Russian studies from prestigious institutions.