Teri Carden is a seasoned association industry professional who has spent over a decade working with the industry's finest executives. With her mentors' guidance, colleagues, volunteer leaders, and bosses, Teri put her geeky side to the test by selecting, testing and implementing new software and technologies, exploring new marketing heights, introducing videos and social media when they were groundbreaking, and delving headfirst into everything mobile.

Teri is the Founder of two niche industry events, AMS Fest and Non Dues-a-Palooza. She also serves the association industry as the Creator of ReviewMyAMS.com and 100Reviews. Teri has a B.S. in Marketing and Management from Trevecca Nazarene University.

When she's not hard at work, Teri loves to cook, hike, play games with the kids, explore craft cocktail bars, visit the beach, and most of all, spend time with her family and friends.