Chief Partnership Officer

Executive Team

Rhea Stagner brings decades of global meetings and incentive travel expertise to her role as Chief Partnership Officer at RMC.

Rhea has served in a variety of roles with responsibility for ensuring innovation, high performance, and remarkable results across nearly every facet of the group travel business. A former Maritz Global Events executive, Rhea led supplier relations, sourcing, and business development during her 20+ year tenure at Maritz.

Passionate about recognizing unsung hospitality heroes for their hard work and passion, Rhea was one of the co-founders of the Above and Beyond Foundation, which recognizes and rewards outstanding individuals within the hospitality industry by providing grants to help them attain their personal and professional goals. In addition, Rhea served on the SITE Foundation’s board of trustees in multiple positions, including as President. She currently serves on the board of The Mighty Oaks Heart Foundation and co-chairs Gateway to Hope annual Gala.

Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Rhea currently resides in the suburb of Webster Groves with her husband Derek and son, Logan. The family shares her passion for travel, adventure and dessert.