Our Leadership Team

Vice President of People Services

Claire leads the people-centered programs and culture that help MECA attract, develop and retain the talent behind every event and experience the organization delivers.

Vice President of Capital Projects and Development

Katie translates vision into reality, managing the capital projects and development initiatives that shape MECA’s venues and contribute to Omaha’s urban core.

Executive Assistant to the President & CEO

Lisa keeps the executive office running with quiet precision, drawing on deep institutional knowledge to support leadership and serve as a trusted resource across the organization.

Chief Strategy Officer

Kristyna drives MECA’s brand presence, community relationships and long-term strategic direction, drawing on her strong roots in Omaha’s civic and communications landscape.

Senior Director of Parks

Jaden brings hands-on experience at The RiverFront to his role overseeing operations and programming across downtown Omaha’s widely beloved 72-acre park.

Chief Financial Officer

Diane stewards MECA’s financial health with care and precision, ensuring the organization remains positioned to invest in its venues, its people and its long-term commitments to the community.

Vice President of Convention Center Sales

Denise has built the client relationships and booked the events that define CHI Health Center’s convention calendar and make the case for Omaha as a premier meetings destination.

Chief Operating Officer

Kevin oversees the facility, event and technology operations that power MECA’s venues every day, bringing institutional knowledge and an unwavering commitment to safe, accessible experiences.

President and CEO

A veteran venue and convention center leader, Adam brings experience managing large-scale public facilities, transformative capital projects and community-centered development to his role at MECA.

Vice President of Hospitality Strategy, Levy

Chris has spent decades shaping the food, beverage and hospitality experiences at CHI Health Center and Charles Schwab Field, bringing creativity and genuine partnership to every event MECA hosts.