Laila Ea, CMP HMCC, founder of the SOSI, has been named president of the Philadelphia chapter of MPI.

Kristy Burns joined the Harvard Club of Boston as member events manager. In her new position, Burns is responsible for events at the Back Bay Clubhouse, which hosts 15-20 events per month, including author series, family-friendly holiday parties, luncheons and lectures. The Back Bay Clubhouse features the Harvard Hall that can seat 400 guests for a banquet or up to 500 for a reception.

HelmsBriscoe announced the addition of Amit Tejwani as associate regional vice president for its Southern California team.

Brad Esser is the new director of operations for Koncept Events.

Katrina Adams, CMP, is the new event planning manager for ProShare Advisors.

Colleen Phalen, CMP, CEM, is the new executive vice president, program development and meetings for DMAI.