Director, Conference Planning and Travel

Jennifer Gavin has been UNOS' Director of Conference Planning and Travel since 2003. Her responsibilities include managing the travel agency operation and requirements for all OPTN/UNOS meetings and third party meetings, establishing partnerships between airlines and hotels to secure special negotiated rates and assuring that all travelers follow the OPTN/UNOS travel policy.

For seven years prior to being named Director, Ms. Gavin held the position of Assistant Director of Conference Planning and Travel. Before joining UNOS, Ms. Gavin spent over 8 years in meeting management and has extensive experience in contract negotiations and on-site management.

Ms. Gavin earned a B.S. from Lynchburg College. She is a member of the Professional Convention Management Association.