Conference Planning Services

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'"I highly recommend Kat Duda for any professional conference organization opportunity, she has a wealth of experience, a proven track record and an ability to execute successful events with attention to detail and strategic thinking. Kat has allowed ISBNPA to focus on the scientific components of our annual meeting conference since 2016 up to 2022, including the two very difficult years of the pandemic, where we had to create a new conference structure. 
Working with Kat was always a very efficient process producing high-quality results."

Antonio L. Palmeira, ISBNPA

"I was chairing a major international conference which Kat Duda helped to organise: 800 participants from 40 countries, 14 parallel symposia. Kat was responsible for logistics related to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, other Melbourne/Australia based suppliers and activity providers: sourcing and managing local suppliers, onsite logistics, social events ranging from small dinners to the banquet, managing MCEC relationships starting from the floorplans and F&B through to the post conference finalising invoices.

She was also the relation for key speakers. Looking back, the event, which initially seemed a formidable undertaking, went without a glitch, and was an enjoyable and cruising through experience. Thank you Kat!"

Alex Babanin, University of Melbourne

"It's with great enthusiasm that I recommend Kat Duda [The Conference Runner], for her exceptional expertise in managing scientific conferences and associations.  What truly sets Ms. Duda apart is her unwavering dedication to ensuring the satisfaction of all stakeholders involved. She is not only highly knowledgeable in her field but also a pleasure to collaborate with. Her approachable demeanor and proactive communication style foster a collaborative environment, ensuring that the staff and volunteers are equipped with the necessary information and resources to excel in their roles during each of our events.  Her exceptional skills, dedication, and positive attitude will undoubtedly contribute to the success and excellence of any event she undertakes."

Danielle Rojas,

ASME/Manager/Conferences and Events

"Speaking from first hand experience, Kat is a highly professional conference planner who diligently prepares conferences planning for all potential outcomes. I worked with her for 12 months in the preparation of a large international conference and was highly impressed. The conference ran smoothly despite all the external disruptions that try to derail the process. Able to work long hours when it matters the most. Thoroughly recommended!"

Hayden Marcollo,

Co-Chair ASME OMAE 2023 Conference

AMOG Consulting

"Kat is an excellent PCO who meticulously caters for the specific needs of the client, in our case we were an International Society with over 1000 members. She consistently delivers to the highest quality and instills unwavering confidence in her ability to get things done."

Erica Hinckson PhD, 

Auckland University of Technology

 "I’ve had the chance to work with Kat for over 5 years on a number of different conferences, and have always been impressed.  She’s extremely organized and  detail oriented, while still being enthusiastic about her work.  I know when I get to work with Kat, she won’t let any details fall through the cracks.  I highly recommend putting Kat on any project and look forward to working with her again in the future."

Tim Holloway, Peak AV

“There are few conference planners that can compare to Kat Duda and her excellence at conference planning.  She is a pleasure to work with, and her events run flawless because of her great attention to detail.  As an AV vendor, she makes us look good because she is so well organized and communicates client needs quickly and effectively.” 

Jay Holloway, Peak AV