SAN DIEGO, June 4, 2024 -- GoGather, a corporate event management agency, has bolstered their leadership team with the hire of Gary McCreary, as the new Executive Vice President of Operations and Growth Strategy. McCreary has over 35 years of experience in the hospitality and travel industry, with an extensive background in operations management. As the new EVP of Operations and Growth Strategy, McCreary will aim to enhance GoGather’s operational capabilities and leverage his deep understanding of the Las Vegas market along with insights into the meetings industry, hospitality strategies and avenues for growth, to benefit the company’s clientele.
McCreary spent over two decades with Las Vegas Sands (LVS), The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, where he served as VP of Catering & Convention Operations. Additionally, McCreary helped open LVS properties around the world, including in Macau China, Singapore and Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Prior, McCreary worked for Young Presidents Organization (YPO) as an international meeting planner. McCreary also worked for the Loews Anatole Hotel, where he served as the director of catering and the assistant director of conference management. A native Texan, McCreary graduated cum laude from The University of North Texas with a degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management. Beyond his academic achievements, McCreary holds prestigious certifications as a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) Fellow, a Certified Professional in Catering and Events (CPCE) and a Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP), which highlight his dedication to professional excellence. His commitment to the industry is further demonstrated through his roles as former President, Treasurer and Trustee roles for the Foundation of the National Association for Catering and Events, as well as his contributions to the Dean’s Special Advisory Board for CMHT at the University of North Texas. Additionally, McCreary currently serves on the Advisory Board for The International School of Hospitality (TISOH).
“With Gary’s extensive experience in the industry, he’ll bring great value to our company and clients,” said Brian Kellerman, CEO & Partner at GoGather. “We pride ourselves on having a team of industry experts, and are thrilled to be welcoming Gary to the team.”
“I’m excited to bring my experience to GoGather, aiming to contribute to elevating our operational capabilities and delivering unparalleled event experiences for our clients,” said Gary McCreary, Executive Vice President of Operations and Growth Strategy at GoGather.
For more than 15 years, GoGather has delivered high-quality corporate events that support creative concepts, organizational missions and event goals. From strategy development to execution, they handle every detail of a client's event. Their team is made up of the industry's most seasoned event experts, located both nationally and internationally, that support U.S. companies in hosting events and growing worldwide.
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ABOUT GOGATHER
GoGather is a boutique corporate events management company that specializes in high-end corporate destination events and luxury amenity experiences. For more information about GoGather’s corporate event and incentive trip management solutions, please contact the company at info@gogather.net or visit GoGather.com.