Newest addition to meetings team brings three years of experience in registration, housing and sponsorship development to the fold.

SMACNA is pleased to welcome Erica Respeto to its staff as a meetings specialist in the Meetings and Convention Department. Erica brings three years of experience in event planning with a strong focus on registration and housing, sponsorship development, and exhibits management. She enjoys collaborating across teams, building relationships, and streamlining processes to improve efficiency.
A Chicago native, Erica enjoys spending time with her husband and two young sons. One of her favorite family activities is spending time together at the park. She also enjoys traveling, bowling and spending time with friends.
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