Press Release: Soundings Welcomes Event Technology Veteran Kerry Lambert as COO and Announces Strategic Reorganization for Growth
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 8, 2023
SAN DIEGO, CA — Soundings, known for spurring innovation and unlocking potential in event and hospitality professionals, proudly welcomes Kerry Lambert as Chief Operating Officer at an exciting juncture of expansion and groundbreaking transformation. With a robust background in leading global teams and driving significant revenue growth for event industry powerhouses like Cvent and Freeman, Lambert joins Soundings at a pivotal time of growth and innovation.
Kerry Lambert - Chief Operating Officer
As Chief Operating Officer, Kerry Lambert brings a wealth of leadership experience to Soundings. Having expanded her team at Cvent from a handful to a workforce spanning North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia as well as growing Freeman Digital Delivery to a team of over 100 at the height of the Covid 19 pandemic. Recognized for her role co-leading Cvent's Women in Leadership initiative, Lambert's commitment to nurturing talent and fostering inclusive growth echoes Soundings’ values. Her strategic approach, from orchestrating campus events to championing women in the corporate sphere, and her enthusiasm for technological innovation in event management, poise her to steer Soundings through its next growth phase.
“At Soundings, we are focused on building teams based on strengths, experience, and culture fit for our customers and our company. After meeting Kerry, our team unanimously agreed she was the perfect fit for the COO role,” Judge said. “We are excited and honored Kerry chose Soundings for the next chapter of her career. Kerry’s experience in leadership, customer success, and event technology will be instrumental as we execute our strategic plan for international growth and product innovation."
Judge and Lambert had the opportunity to get to know each other personally and professionally while serving on MPI’s Global Board of Directors and being champions for the MPI Women community. “I have always been impressed by Tracy’s strategic vision and her ability to anticipate market trends. She and the team have built a dynamic company, and I am thrilled to help lead the next chapter of growth,” Lambert said. “It is particularly satisfying to join a women-owned company and to be a part of assisting event and hospitality experts find professional freedom through our talent platform.”
Heather Black Cosgrave - Vice President of Account Management
Kerry Lambert's appointment as COO marks a strategic reorganization at Soundings, heralding a new era of innovation and growth. This restructure paves the way for Heather Black Cosgrave's elevation to Vice President of Account Management, a testament to her multifaceted contributions since joining as Director of Customer Success and Account Management. Cosgrave, a key player in Soundings' operational success across various departments, has been instrumental in fostering a culture of excellence and propelling revenue growth through customer engagement.
“If you have seen Derek Silvers’ “How to Start a Movement,” Heather is the first follower. I couldn’t be more grateful for her belief in our mission and unwavering support of me and our team, talent, and customers.” Judge said. “It has been a highlight of my career to support Heather in her professional growth, and I am excited to watch her thrive in her new role as VP of Account Management.”
In conclusion, Soundings stands on the cusp of a transformative epoch with leaders like Kerry Lambert and Heather Black Cosgrave. Their combined expertise and shared vision are set to chart a course for Soundings that promises not just to navigate the future of talent for event and hospitality but to redefine it. Soundings invites its community, customers, and partners to join in celebrating this new chapter at Soundings and to be part of the innovative strides ahead.
About Soundings:
Soundings is the premier platform for connecting organizations with the most relevant independent talent in the events, hospitality, and non-profit sectors. Boasting a community of over 2,300 distinguished freelance professionals and a legacy of innovation and thought leadership in talent solutions, Soundings collaborates with businesses to devise agile talent strategies that maximize profitability, magnify products and services, and increase talent retention. As a certified Women-Owned Small Business, Soundings proudly serves female-dominated industries and champions diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
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