ABOUT MIKE
Prior to joining ConferenceDirect in 2001, Mike spent 15 years on the hotel sales side, working for Hilton & Starwood Hotels.
An industry veteran, Mike brought his expertise to ConferenceDirect where he now serves as a Senior Vice President and Team Director. He is consistently a top performer at ConferenceDirect and is a member of the esteemed President's Club.
Mike resides in Gig Harbor, Washington with his wife, Candace, and two sons, Chad and Mack. He is an avid golfer, skier, and lover of all things Washington State University.
Mike's Services
VIRTUAL/HYBRID MEETINGS
Our cross-device desktop, web, and mobile virtual and hybrid meetings platform combines cutting edge design, community features, integrated webinars and live video to deliver the unique value of events in virtual or hybrid event environments.
SITE SELECTION
At no cost to you, we will find all available best-fit venues for your event, facilitate the bidding process, and help negotiate contracts, taking into account both hard dollar costs and hidden risks.
contract negotiation
At ConferenceDirect, we negotiate more than 13,000 contracts every year. This gives us unmatched insight into the economics of the meetings industry. Insight and experience we put to work for our clients!
conference management
With over 110 Conference Managers globally, we can assist with your events anywhere in the world. ConferenceDirect's Conference Managers are well positioned to effectively manage any program to achieve the client's objectives.
housing & registration
Maximize block pickup, reduce slippage, minimize book-arounds, and avoid attrition with our fully customizable housing solutions. Increase your attendance and decrease cost with our easy-to-use online event registration software and hands-on management services.
event technology
Our expert Event Technologists provide event Mobile Apps to improve attendee experience, Lead Retrieval to improve Exhibitor experience, and Session Scanning to improve the way you track your session attendance.
strategic meetings
Achieve measurable business objectives that align with your organizations' strategic vision. Implement a Strategic Meetings Management Program (SMMP) with ConferenceDirect.
event Resources
By working with Mike and ConferenceDirect, you'll have access to our Preferred Supplier Network. With over 1,500 vetted partners with lowest rate guarantees, you'll save money and find unparalleled service.
marketing support
Our dedicated team of marketing experts will assist in increasing your revenue for your next meeting or event. Our team will understand your goals, develop a plan, and execute the strategy across various marketing channels.
CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS
partner
testimonials
Hear what Mike's industry partners have to say about working with him in the videos below! These are shown at ConferenceDirect's Annual Partner Meeting when Associates are honored as a Top 5 Producer.
join the team
Are you interested in a flexible career in the hospitality industry? One that allows you to create your own financial success and set your own hours? Team Ditter at ConferenceDirect provides the best resources, relationships and rewards to achieve the life you want.
Our Annual Partner Meeting is the biggest celebration of the year! We gather with our Associates from around the globe to recognize hard work from the year previous and learn about new trends in our industry. We also have the pleasure of meeting with our industry partners during our three day tradeshow.
We are lucky to work with in an industry full of wonderful and friendly professionals. When our Partners visit our hometowns, we don't miss the chance to get together for meals or events!
Our Annual Partner Meeting is the biggest celebration of the year! We gather with our Associates from around the globe to recognize hard work from the year previous and learn about new trends in our industry. We also have the pleasure of meeting with our industry partners during our three day tradeshow.