Originally posted by Matt Alderton on Successful Meetings
Robert Bergeron has been named the new executive director and CEO of the Society of Government Meeting Professionals (SGMP), the organization announced yesterday.
"During the past several years, SGMP has expanded its level of resources and opportunities for our membership, most recently with the launch of our CGMP Congress, and grown stronger as an association," said SGMP President Rob Coffman. "Rob Bergeron is the right person at the right time to make SGMP even stronger and better for our members. We look forward to continuing this path of progress working together with Mr. Bergeron leading the SGMP staff."
Bergeron, who has served as acting executive director since May, previously was SGMP's deputy director since December 2008. He replaces Charles S. Sadler, who resigned last year over allegations of unethical behavior.
"What an honor it is for me to receive the support of the national board of directors," said Bergeron. "This is an important and pivotal time for SGMP. I am eager to continue to work diligently with the headquarters staff and the entire national leadership team to, on behalf of all of our members, provide focus and success to our important education mission."
