Heather Hernandez
About Heather Hernandez
Heather Hernandez serves as the Senior Account Manager for Third Party Partnerships at Cvent in Houston, Texas, where she has worked since 2022. With a robust background in sales and leadership roles within the meeting and events industry, she has held various positions at organizations such as Meeting Professionals International and Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Work at Cvent
Heather Hernandez has been employed at Cvent as a Senior Account Manager in Third Party Partnerships since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for managing partnerships and overseeing event sales and operations. She is based in Houston, Texas, and has contributed to the company's growth by mentoring new members of the partnerships team.
Previous Experience in the Event Industry
Prior to her current role, Heather Hernandez held several positions within the event industry. She served as the Director of Sales at FreeRange Concepts from 2017 to 2021. Before that, she worked at the Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau as a National Account Executive and National Sales Manager. Her extensive experience includes leadership roles at Meeting Professionals International - Houston Area Chapter, where she served as President and Immediate Past President.
Education and Expertise
Heather Hernandez earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from Texas A&M University, where she studied from 1999 to 2003. She also attended St. Agnes Academy from 1995 to 1999. Her educational background supports her expertise in sales and marketing within the event management sector.
Leadership Roles in Professional Organizations
Heather has actively participated in various leadership roles within Meeting Professionals International - Houston Area Chapter. She served as President, President-Elect, and Immediate Past President, as well as Vice President of Education. Her involvement in these positions highlights her commitment to the professional development of others in the industry.
Mentorship and Community Involvement
In addition to her professional roles, Heather Hernandez acts as a Class Agent for the Class of 1999 at St. Agnes Academy. She also mentors new members of the partnerships team at Cvent, providing guidance and support as they navigate their careers in the event industry.