Libby Irwin
About Libby Irwin
Libby Irwin serves as the Global Conference Director at Automotive News, a position she has held since 1996. She previously worked as a Special Events Manager at the Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau for eight years.
Work at Automotive News
Libby Irwin has served as the Global Conference Director at Automotive News since 1996. In this role, she has been responsible for overseeing the planning and execution of various global conferences, focusing on the automotive industry. Her extensive experience in event management contributes to the successful organization of these conferences, which serve as key networking and knowledge-sharing platforms for industry professionals.
Previous Experience at Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau
Before her tenure at Automotive News, Libby Irwin worked as the Special Events Manager at the Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau from 1988 to 1996. In this position, she managed a variety of events, enhancing her skills in logistics, coordination, and stakeholder engagement. This experience laid the foundation for her subsequent role in global conference management.
Education at University of Michigan
Libby Irwin attended the University of Michigan from 1984 to 1988, where she completed her undergraduate studies. The education she received at this institution provided her with a strong academic background, which has supported her career in event management and the automotive industry.