Conference Leeds has appointed Cindy Williams, who has international experience in events and conferencing, as its new conference officer.
Williams joined Conference Leeds in September 2023 after 11 years in the events industry, including roles in event organisation and promotion at Village Hotels, Doubletree by Hilton, and a host of international venues in France, Mexico and Spain.
She will be responsible for providing support to conference organisers; from the bidding process right through to the post-event evaluation. From free and impartial advice on venue options that suit their needs from Leeds’ portfolio of venues and locations, supporting with delegate accommodation through to city welcome packages and social programmes.
Her first major project will be looking after the UK Corporate Games 2024, the UK’s largest multi-sport event focussed on employee welfare, which will bring thousands of visitors to the city.
Commenting on her new role, Williams said: “I’ve been looking for a new challenge in the events industry, and with my background in international hospitality and tourism, Conference Leeds is the perfect fit. I’m looking forward to promoting the city, especially the vibrant cultural scene and some of the amazing projects Conference Leeds and the city is working on.”
