Wendy Pickering
About Wendy Pickering
Wendy Pickering is an Office Manager currently working at Inspirato in Denver, Colorado. She has a diverse background in event and meeting management, having held positions at various organizations including Encyclopaedia Britannica and BMO Harris Bank.
Current Role at Inspirato
Wendy Pickering serves as the Office Manager at Inspirato, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Denver, Colorado, she oversees various administrative functions and ensures the smooth operation of the office. Her role involves coordinating office activities, managing schedules, and supporting team members in their daily tasks.
Previous Experience at Encyclopaedia Britannica
Prior to her current role, Wendy worked at Encyclopaedia Britannica/Britannica Digital Learning as a Marketing Coordinator from 2010 to 2014. During her four years in this position, based in Chicago, Illinois, she contributed to marketing initiatives and helped promote educational resources.
Career Background in Event Management
Wendy has a robust background in event management. She worked at BMO Harris Bank as an Event Manager from 2014 to 2017, where she planned and executed various corporate events in Chicago. Before that, she served as a Meeting Planner at PricewaterhouseCoopers from 2007 to 2009, also in Chicago, focusing on organizing meetings and corporate gatherings.
Early Career at Disney Cruise Line
Wendy began her career as a Programming Counselor at Disney Cruise Line from 1998 to 2001 in Celebration, Florida. In this role, she was responsible for planning and facilitating activities for guests, contributing to the overall guest experience on board.
Educational Background in Recreation Management
Wendy studied at the University of Missouri-Columbia, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation and Leisure Management from 1993 to 1996. This educational background provided her with foundational knowledge applicable to her roles in event planning and management.