Staff

Stephen Heathcote joined PrimeGlobal in 2019 as Chief Executive Officer. His extensive background in the accounting profession includes undertaking the COO role at the UK Financial Reporting Council, a senior management position at KPMG and over ten years as a key member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) executive team.

Stacey serves as Global Events Director of PrimeGlobal. Her primary responsibilities include the planning and execution of all aspects of meeting management; site selection, negotiating contracts, managing vendors, preparation of budgets, and providing on-site management for multiple meetings.

Gorana joined PrimeGlobal in 2016 as Chief Marketing Officer for all four PrimeGlobal regions. Gorana is in charge of all internal and external communications, marketing, PR, digital outreach and social media, corporate branding and website management.

Michelle leads all North American regional management efforts to efficiently and effectively enable members to maximize the value they receive from PrimeGlobal. She works collaboratively with the Executive Team and Board of Directors to successfully lead global efforts.

Michelle joined PrimeGlobal in February 2013, as Chief Regional Officer of North America and the English speaking Caribbean, bringing a deep understanding of the accounting industry and association marketplace.

Thierry joined PrimeGlobal as Chief Regional Officer - Europe, Middle East & Africa in January 2015, bringing over 12 years of experience in management of international associations to his role.

Estefania Pantoja Lahoz is the first PrimeGlobal Chief Regional Officer – Latin America. She joined the PrimeGlobal team in October 2015 and operates from an office based in Mexico City.

Estefy holds a Bachelor's Degree from the Universidad Tecnológica de México in Tourism and Business Management, with a minor in Gastronomy. She began her career working for a hotel company, then joined the government health sector, working with national accounts and financial resources. Prior to joining PrimeGlobal, she served for two years as the Director of a corporate nonprofit association in Mexico City.

Tim Smith serves as the Content Marketing Manager at PrimeGlobal. Tim has very strong and varied experience in the digital media landscape having previously taken on a number of different roles and operations in the digital space, including social media management, video rights and distribution, paid media, digital sales, data and analytics and content creation. He is a good strategical thinker who takes both an analytical and creative approach to digital media.

Andreas joined PrimeGlobal in early 2017 as Graphic & Web Design Manager. Andreas is a sharp, lateral thinker and creative problem solver who is committed to excellence and innovation with a demonstrated track record for creating and working both fast and effectively in all areas from digital, print, concept to pre-press.

Haley joined PrimeGlobal in January 2017 and serves as the Global Communications Coordinator. Her main responsibilities include website management and enhancing membership programs, events and communications.

Céline joined PrimeGlobal in 2013 as an assistant in the EMEA Region. Today, she serves as an assistant for membership issues and event management for all four of PrimeGlobal's regions around the world.

With 15+ years of experience in meeting/event coordination and management, Ingrid is an effective multi-tasker who works well under pressure and approaches all tasks with an open mind and positive attitude. She manages major events in North America and Latin America regions, as well as some of PrimeGlobal's global events initiatives supporting all regions.

Jo Colbourn joined PrimeGlobal in early 2017 and has accounting responsibility for the regions; Asia Pacific & World. Jo also serves as a support for HR and administration services in the EMEA region.

Anne began her career with PrimeGlobal as part of the staff of IGAF Worldwide in January 1996. Today, her primary responsibilities include Financial Management for the association, as well as management of the association’s annual Practice Management Survey and all Human Resources functions for the North America-based staff.

Pedro is the Standards & Compliance Manager for PrimeGlobal. Pedro handles the PrimeGlobal Communications Standards Review. He also assists with online issues along with various other tasks.

Jeannette joined PrimeGlobal in March 2016. She is responsible for Continuing Education Certification, and managing the 'Doing Business In Guides' for over 85 countries. As part of the member services and administration team, Jeannette is leading our new member on-boarding programs and provides day-to-day member assistance and coordination.

Nathania joined PrimeGlobal in November 2017 as a Membership Coordinator for the EMEA Region. Nathania’s main responsibilities include Onboarding of new EMEA members, member managements, assistance to the EMEA CRO and members, member surveys and member relations.

Heidi Brundage joined PrimeGlobal in September 2016, as the Member Services Manager for PrimeGlobal North America. Heidi is responsible for managing Special Interest Groups, planning and executing the PrimeGlobal SIG Roundtables and the IT Directors' Conference.

Sarah joined the North American team in June of 2017 as the new Member Engagement Manager. Sarah manages PrimeGlobal's Peer Request, and Alliance Partnership Program. Additionally, she manages Women's Leadership and Marketing Directors Groups, as well as program content and engagement initiatives.

Cole serves as a liaison for North American firms and manages the Leadership Program and the Emerging Leaders. She works as part of the North America team administering and implementing professional development programs offered to PrimeGlobal members.
Cole joined PrimeGlobal in June 2013, with a specialization in the non-profit industry and a background in accounting and finance.