Sue has more than 20 years’ experience working in the not-for-profit sector for International and Australia-wide professional associations, societies and institutes including academia, corporate and government.
Over the years, Sue has developed strong and reliable connections with industry leaders, managing meetings, events and exhibitions for clients in finance, education, health, engineering and legal sectors. She believes the key to a successful event is the fostered relationships with industry contacts.
With a background in higher education as well as the finance and health sectors, Sue has been exposed to a multitude of operating environments in the workplace and has developed a versatile work practice. She has held Board positions with Organisation of Women in International Trade and The National Online Retailers Association.
In 1994, Sue established CLEMS Association & Event Management, a specialist consultancy that offered a range of professional support services to assist in all aspects of association management and event management. As of 1st May 2019 CLEMS has merged with The Association Specialists (TAS) establishing a new presence within the Melbourne market creating Australia’s largest and leading provider of Association Management and Professional Conference Management Services.
As Director of the Melbourne Office, Sue now leads the Melbourne based TAS team, bringing together her unique experience and leadership to ensure a continuation of the strong culture and excellent client relationships
Affiliations: MEA, PCO (DIR), NFP