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Earn CMP credits!

ALL education sessions at this year's conference are approved by The Events Industry Council to count toward your CMP certification. Keep your professional status up-to-date while enjoying and learning from this incredible lineup of speakers.

Meg LefeldDirector of Business DevelopmentZenGenius, Inc.

Meg Lefeld is the Director of Business Development at ZenGenius, Inc., a visual merchandising and event design agency based in Columbus, Ohio. With a commitment to elevating client experiences, Meg has led transformative projects for retailers and brands across diverse sectors, including garden centers, cannabis, fashion, and food and beverage. She has managed visual projects and spearheaded strategic initiatives, training workshops, and marketing plans with high standards and dedication.

Recognized as one of design:retail Magazine’s 40 under 40 recipients, Meg’s expertise in visual merchandising and brand activation is rooted in her passion for storytelling, consistency, and customer satisfaction.

As a featured speaker at Catersource 2025, Meg will share her innovative approach to sensory inclusivity. Drawing from her personal healing journey from a traumatic brain injury (TBI), she offers a unique perspective on how the brain processes sensory input, presenting strategies to enhance event spaces through safe, inclusive sensory stimulation.

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