Peggy Somers is a seasoned Senior Event Manager with an educational background in Hospitality Management and Business Administration from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Peggy has built her career with a focus on the meeting and events industry, and possesses a wealth of experience in managing events, from conception to completion. Her career began as a Front Desk Agent and Concierge at The Davenport Hotel and Tower, where she gradually climbed the corporate ladder to become Housekeeping Supervisor, and ultimately the Event Management Assistant at Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel. Peggy's proven track record and hard work did not go unnoticed, and she rose to become the Event Manager at the Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, where she skillfully managed numerous events, such as weddings, corporate functions, and meetings. In her most recent position as Senior Event Manager, she draws on her years of experience and expertise in ensuring the successful execution of large-scale events. Outside of work, Peggy has displayed a passion for helping others, and has volunteered as an AmeriCorps Service Volunteer at Transitions: New Leaf Bakery Cafe, using her skills to assist the community.