Paul Lochner

Paul Lochner is a seasoned event planning professional who transitioned from active duty in the Navy to a successful career in civilian life.

With over seven years of experience in event planning within the hospitality industry, Paul has honed his skills as an event manager.

He further expanded his expertise by transitioning to planning corporate events outside of hotels, where he excelled in coordinating event logistics and actively participating in event marketing.

Paul Lochner holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Marketing and achieved a high GPA of 3.87 from Keller Graduate School of Management at DeVry University.

His solid educational foundation also includes a Bachelor's degree in Sales & Marketing from DeVry University, where he maintained an impressive GPA of 3.85.

Throughout his career, Paul Lochner has held key positions in reputable organizations, including roles such as Event Participation Manager at RR Donnelley, Advertising & Events Manager at Quintessence Publishing, and Event Sales Manager at Hyatt Regency McCormick Place.

His tenure at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites as a Catering Manager, and Holiday Inn Select Naperville as an Executive Meeting Manager, further enriched his skill set in event planning and management.

Prior to his civilian career, Paul Lochner served in the United States Navy Reserve, where he held positions as a Logistics Specialist Second Class and Culinary Specialist Second Class, showcasing his commitment to service and leadership.