Daphne Bryant, Executive Director, ACEC Research Institute Daphne Bryant joined ACEC in 2018. She is a member of ACEC’s senior leadership team and is responsible for the overall management of the Institute, including strategic direction, board management, fundraising, and delivery of dynamic research and thought leadership programs benefiting ACEC members and the industry. She previously served as ACEC’s SVP Membership and MO Services, responsible for recruitment and retention of ACEC’s member firms, as well as providing services and support to ACEC’s 51 state Member Organizations (MOs). Prior to ACEC, Daphne spent 17 years at the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) as the Executive Director, Research Foundation and Senior Vice President, Business Development. She is a results-driven association professional with over 35 years of nonprofit and association management experience and a demonstrated track record of building relationships and revenues.