Jacksonville, FL
Matthew Marcial is a meetings & events professional with over 10 years of experience. Matthew currently serves as Director of Meetings & Education for NAFA Fleet Management Association in Princeton, NJ. Matthew previously led the meetings & events department at the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists and has a background in hotel & resort management. He holds an MBA from Florida International University. Matthew is an active member of MPI and PCMA and is an instructor for Duke University Continuing Studies Event Development program.
Most unusual aspect of your job: Arranging 9 PM conference calls to accommodate board/committee members on the West Coast.
Favorite book: Freakonomics
Favorite food: Sushi
Favorite TV show: Entourage & Anything on the Food Network
Favorite movie: Too many favorites
Most unique place you’ve been: Madeira, Portugal
Favorite aspect of the meetings/travel industry: Experiencing new destinations & meeting new people
Pet peeve: Rudeness
One thing about you that most people don’t know: I play the saxophone
What’s the best advice you’ve ever received in our industry? Details make the difference
What’s your favorite local/regional place to take a visitor to your area? Amelia Island