A Year of Growth, Gratitude & Getting Better at What We Do

As the year comes to a close, we always like to pause — not just to look at what we accomplished, but to reflect on how we grew, what we learned, and who we were lucky enough to work alongside.

This year stretched us in the best ways. It challenged us, sharpened our skills, and reaffirmed why we do what we do at McAteer Meeting Management: to help organizations bring people together with intention, clarity, and care.

Here’s a look back at the year that was — and the momentum we’re carrying forward.

Growth, On Purpose

This year wasn’t about doing more — it was about doing better.

We leaned into:

• More intentional planning processes

• Deeper collaboration with clients and partners

• Continued professional education and certifications

• Refining how strategy, logistics, and experience intersect

Behind every successful meeting or event is a hundred thoughtful decisions most people never see. We spent this year strengthening those details — because they matter.

From Boardrooms to Destinations

One of the greatest privileges of our work is the variety of rooms we get invited into.

This year included:

• Board and leadership meetings where big decisions were made

• Corporate gatherings designed to reconnect teams

• Incentive and destination programs that rewarded hard-earned success

• Community and nonprofit events fueled by heart and purpose

No two programs were the same — and that’s exactly how we like it.

Partnerships That Make the Difference

Great events don’t happen in isolation.

We’re deeply grateful for:

• Clients who trust us with their brands and people

• Hotel and destination partners who go the extra mile

• Vendors and collaborators who show up with professionalism and pride

• Community organizations doing meaningful work close to home

Your trust allows us to do our best work — and we don’t take that lightly.

Community at the Core

Giving back remains a cornerstone of who we are.

This year, community involvement wasn’t something we fit in — it was something we built around. Supporting local nonprofits, fundraising efforts, and volunteer-driven initiatives continues to remind us that events can be about more than business — they can be about impact.

Looking Ahead

As we step into the new year, our focus is clear:

• Continue learning and refining our craft

• Support clients earlier and more strategically in their planning cycles

• Design meetings and events that feel purposeful, not performative

• Grow sustainably — with curiosity, humility, and joy

Thank you to everyone who was part of this year with us. We’re proud of what we built — and even more excited about what’s next.

Here’s to continued growth, meaningful connection, and creating experiences that truly matter.

Cheers,

Kelly & Bethany