Maureen Hodgson

General Manager

For Maureen, her love of travel began at an early age. Having been born in Alabama and raised in Michigan, with a few stints in other parts of the country, she finally landed in the Sunshine State and has called Florida home for the past 30 years. With a history of traveling (she’s visited nearly every state) the meetings and events industry seemed like a natural fit, sharing her skills and knowledge with her clients. Her extensive industry background includes leadership positions for several international associations where she managed large conferences outside of North America, well as positions with hotels and the Greater Fort Lauderdale CVB. After attending Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, she obtained her Certification in Meetings Management to continue her education in the meeting and events industry.

Maureen is the proud mother of a handsome black miniature schnauzer named Harry! You can find Harry and Maureen walking along the beach, boating or sitting outside one of the many fab South Florida restaurants (Harry’s partial to the water bowls at Pizza Craft in Fort Lauderdale, while Maureen really likes the homemade ricotta cheese drizzled with honey, sea salt and pistachio).

Contact: Maureen.Hodgson@PRA.com

Michelle Besu

National Sales Manager

A true local Floridian, Michelle Besu was born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Living and breathing the South Florida lifestyle is easy when the destination is your backyard! Michelle attended University of Central Florida’s Rosen College of Hospitality Management in Orlando and began her hospitality career in 2009, here is where her true passion for all things South Florida began. With prior experience and a solid foundation in Convention Services and Program Management, Michelle brings a contagious enthusiasm to the South Florida team. Michelle’s mission…to promote the best that the South Florida area has to offer and know all the local hot spots!

Contact: Michelle.Besu@PRA.com

Danielle Rothenberg

Experience Designer II

Danielle graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and an Associate degree in Marketing. She brings to the team a strong background in sales, marketing and creative.

Before PRA she worked with a variety of agencies executing experiential and non-traditional marketing campaigns. Danielle was responsible for increasing brand awareness and outreach by driving trial and experience through field marketing and live branding events for globally recognized brands and Fortune 500 companies.

With over 5 years of experience working with leading brands, Danielle has learned how to deliver what her clients are looking for.

Contact: Danielle.Rothenberg@PRA.com

Don Bontemps

Senior Event Producer

Don Bontemps brings over 25 years of program operation and travel management experience to the PRA South Florida team. Don comes to PRA with high accolades and abundant industry experience in corporate meeting planning, hotel operations and destination management services. Joining PRA South Florida has enabled the team to grow immensely and embrace Don and his expertise. Don’s strong work ethic and expertise in logistics and people management has allowed him to achieve tremendous success.

Contact: Don.Bontemps@PRA.com

Lina Cantillo

National Sales Manager

Lina brings over 20 years of hospitality sales experience to the team. A native New Yorker, Lina spent her vacations in South Florida and fell in love with the sunshine, the people, and the opportunities that awaited her. Five years ago, Lina made the move and has never looked back! With extensive knowledge of the meetings and events industry, Lina is ready to show South Florida all that PRA can do. Prior to joining the team, Lina worked at a local CVB and a hotel management firm representing a large number of hotels. Lina is also a mother to Ava, her mini me. Together, they often spend the weekends enjoying the many things South Florida has to offer – beaches, museums and the food scene.

Contact: Lina.Cantillo@PRA.com

Zandrana Giles

Experience Designer

Born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, Zandrana is as unique as the city she lives in; from her love of all things chocolate to pedicures. She left the sunny shores of beautiful South Florida to pursue a higher education and become a Gator! After graduating Cum Laude from the University of Florida in 2014, Zandrana started working within the special events industry at the CVB, different non-profits/associations, and two DMCs in the area before making PRA South Florida her official home. With her creativity and attention to detail, she is excited and eager to jump in and promote this beautiful destination!

Contact: Zandrana.Giles@PRA.com