Introducing Our Newest Team Member, John Moritz
We are thrilled to welcome to the team John Moritz, Meetings and Events Manager.
John Moritz, a dedicated professional in the events industry since 2016, has focused on both association and corporate educational events. He will be the Manager, Meetings and Events at Destinations International, infusing creativity and passion into event management. Before this, John excelled as a Meetings and Events Planner at the National Veterinary Associates, orchestrating in-person well-being programs and contributing to national meetings. With a global perspective gained from his role as a Global Meetings and Events Planner for Scrum Alliance, John organized educational conferences across North America and Europe. Based in Denver, Colorado, John is a Regis University graduate.
Favorite Destination and Why?
Sydney, Australia. The energy and pace at which individuals live their lives resonated immensely with me!
In one sentence, what is your job at Destinations International?
As the Meetings & Events Manager for DI, I aim to create experiences that enable others to have an experience!
How long have you been with Destinations International?
Started in November of 2023
What was your first job in the tourism industry?
Working for the Colorado Rapids as a member of their Event Presentation Team.
When you were growing up, what was your dream job?
Musical artist, the problem was that I can not sing at all!
About the Author
John Moritz is dedicated to crafting unforgettable experiences that resonate on a profound level. Diving into the events industry in 2016, he found his calling and hasn't looked back since. His journey began in sports events but has since spanned both the association and corporate realms, showcasing a diverse and comprehensive understanding of the industry.
In late 2023, John embraced a new chapter as the Manager, Meetings and Events at Destinations International (DI). His role is infused with a commitment to bringing creativity and passion into every facet of event management. Prior to his role at DI, John thrived as a Meetings and Events Planner at the National Veterinary Associates (NVA), orchestrating 12–15 in-person well-being programs and contributing to company-wide national meetings. His global perspective was honed as a Global Meetings and Events Planner for Scrum Alliance, where he played a vital role in organizing educational conferences across North America and Europe.
Based in Denver, Colorado, John has been an active member of PCMA Rocky Mountain Chapter since 2019 and has previously served as a Board Member for the chapter. A graduate of Regis University in Denver, he originally hails from Elkhorn, Nebraska. John brings a wealth of experience, a passion for unique event experiences, and a dedication to fostering professional growth within the industry.