Lynda Nelson & Company

Experience, Leadership and Team Approach

Lynda Nelson, CMP, is CEO of Lynda Nelson & Company. She has been producing meetings and special events for more than 30 years. She has planned meetings, conferences, community festivals, special events, weddings, training programs, theme banquets, trade shows and more. Her work has been recognized and she has received many awards.

Lynda's experience and focus helps orchestrate any event, from a simple small meeting to a complex large event with many people and details. When one unplanned element could change your event from great to good it is important to have Lynda's professional assistance.

While upfront planning is key, unforseen last minute change can throw a less seasoned planner into panic, risking your event's quality. Lynda knows what to do and how to solve problems quickly so you can remain calm and on message.

Ms. Nelson graduated with the highest honors from Capital University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Relations.

Team Approach

Ms. Nelson works with caterers, venues, audio visual suppliers, and other professionals best suited to your event. She will integrate the expertise and skills of these professionals to make your event a real team effort!

Leadership

Ms. Nelson has served in a variety of leadership positions through her professional positions and service organizations.

  • Train Festival at The Depot: Produced and directed the event which had more than 5000 attendees. See results at www.depottrainfestival.com.

  • Ohio Rail Tourism Association: Vice President and trustee for past 12 years              

  • Society of Government Meeting Professionals: current Secretary and former director and committee chair

  • Created and led personal growth weeken retreats

  • Planned and implemented staff training programs

Awards 

Society of Government Meeting Professionals

The Buckeye Chapter of the Society of Government Meeting Professionals
bestowed the Planner of the Year Award and also the President's Choice Award upon Lynda Nelson, CMP.  Lynda currently serves as Secretary of the Board and has previously served as Planner Director, Newsletter Editor, Program Committee Chair and in a variety of other capacities .

Ohio Rail Tourism Association

The Ohio Rail Tourism Association presented Lynda Nelson, CMP with the Distinguished Service Award and also the President's award. She has served on the Board of Trustees for the past 12 years, currently as Vice President, and previously as Director.