Jena Green
About Jena Green
Jena Green is a Corporate Meeting Planner at Union Home Mortgage Corp. with extensive experience in event management, previously holding positions at Hyatt Hotels Corporation and University Program Council.
Current Role at Union Home Mortgage
Jena Green serves as a Corporate Meeting Planner at Union Home Mortgage Corp. since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for managing logistics for the company's Annual Conference, which accommodates over 1,000 attendees. She plays a key role in organizing various events, including Union Home Foundation Events, Intern Events, and Office Events. Her responsibilities also include creating and sending Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to hotels and venues to ensure successful event planning.
Previous Experience in Hospitality and Event Management
Prior to her current position, Jena Green worked at Hyatt Hotels Corporation as a Group Sales Manager from 2013 to 2016 in the Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area. She also held the position of Sales & Catering Account Manager at Winegardner & Hammons Hotel Group, LLC from 2016 to 2018. Her extensive background in hospitality includes various roles at the University Program Council, where she served as University Events Executive, Director of Philanthropy, and Communications Assistant, among others.
Educational Background in Event Management
Jena Green studied at Ohio University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Hospitality Administration/Management from 2009 to 2012. She also attended The Patton College of Education and Human Services, focusing on Restaurant, Hotel, and Tourism; Sports Administration; and Event Management. Her educational foundation supports her expertise in planning and executing large-scale events.
Roles at University Program Council
During her time at the University Program Council, Jena Green held multiple roles that contributed to her professional development. She served as a General Body Member, Senate Appropriations Commission At-Large Senator, and Reservations Assistant. Additionally, she was involved in various capacities such as Director of Concessions and University Events Executive, gaining valuable experience in event planning and management.
Travel and Site Visits
As part of her role as Corporate Meeting Planner, Jena Green travels extensively across the United States for meetings and site visits. This aspect of her job is crucial for ensuring the successful execution of events and for establishing relationships with various venues and service providers.