Transforming Meetings & Events into Experiences
Strategic Meeting International is a meeting planning service in a class of its own. With roots in hospitality and a commitment to excellence, we’ve mastered the art of balancing logistical precision with the human touch. We provide top-tier, Fractional Meeting Planning Services, specializing in transforming meetings into productive, strategic experiences, driving measurable results. With over 20 years of expertise, we offer solutions tailored to businesses seeking efficiency and impact without the full-time cost of a meeting planning team. Our team embodies the belief that memorable events aren’t just about venues and agendas but rather about creating moments that matter.
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20
Years Experience
Meetings, Conference & Events
SMI Team
With over 20 years in the meetings and events industry, Sandy founded SMI to deliver impactful, human-centered events. Combining her extensive hospitality expertise with a passion for fostering meaningful connections, Sandy and her team seamlessly transform strategic goals into unforgettable experiences.
What Makes Sandy Shine:
Refined Expertise: A proven leader in hotel sourcing, contract negotiation, meeting logistics, sponsorship sales, and audio-visual production, focusing on flawless execution.
Human-Centered Design: Prioritizes multi-sensory experiences and attendee engagement to create lasting, memorable moments.
Global Perspective: Fluent in Mandarin and adept at managing events across continents with cultural sensitivity and precision.
Personalized Approach: Builds strong client relationships and tailors each program to meet unique objectives and values.
With extensive experience planning meetings, conferences, reunions, and golf tournaments, Leigh Frigm excels as a trusted liaison between clients and vendors. Her expertise in navigating logistics, timelines, budgets, and registration is complemented by her creativity, as evidenced by her debut on the catwalk at a local Goodwill Fashion Show she helped produce. Leigh’s favorite event to date? The 2009 Half Smoke Challenge in Arlington, VA—a testament to her knack for creating memorable experiences.
What Sets Leigh Apart:
Strategic Planning: Skilled in crafting seamless events by managing every detail, from logistics to registration, with precision and efficiency.
Mission-Driven Creativity: Partners with clients to deeply understand their mission and audience, creating tailored experiences that resonate. Whether it’s negotiating special menus or integrating client values, Leigh brings thoughtfulness to every event.
Professional Expertise: Holds a bachelor’s degree in Communications & Events Management from George Mason University and the Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) certification.
Sandy Yi-Davis, CMP, DES, MBA
Founder, Chief Meeting Strategist
Leigh Frigm, CMP
Senior Meeting Planner
With experience in hotel and co-working space operations, Brianna Butler brings a unique blend of hospitality expertise and event management acumen to every project. Rooted in a commitment to hard work, integrity, and outstanding client service, Brianna ensures each event is thoughtfully planned and executed to create memorable, seamless experiences.
What makes Brianna special:
Operational Excellence: A proven professional with a strong background in event management, sales, social media, and communications, Brianna has a demonstrated history of success in the hospitality industry.
Client-Centered Focus: Dedicated to understanding client needs and goals, Brianna combines strategic planning with a personal touch to craft seamless and impactful events.
Well-Rounded Skill Set: Blends expertise in operations with creativity and adaptability to manage events of all sizes with outstanding results.
Brianna Butler
Meeting Coordinator