We’re proud to share that two leaders from our organization have been recognized in the 2026 Smart Women in Meetings Awards by Smart Meetings:

• Kim Kopetz, President and CEO of The Opus Group, was honored as a Visionary.
• Paula Mettler, Senior Brand Journalist at Opus Agency, was recognized as a Stellar Performer. 

A Glimpse at the Honorees

As a Visionary, Kim is known for decisive leadership grounded in trust. This year, she led the acquisition of The Company We Keep—expanding Opus Agency’s presence in Asia-Pacific—and continues to push decision-making closer to the work, empowering teams with clarity and context. As President and CEO of The Opus Group, Kim leads the executive teams across our agency network, including Opus Agency, MAS, and Verve. 

As a Stellar Performer, Paula is celebrated for the power of storytelling in moments that matter most. Amid global growth and organizational evolution, she shapes a narrative that reflects who Opus Agency is and where we’re headed while elevating the voices and impact of the teams behind the work.

About the Award

Launched more than a decade ago, the Smart Women in Meetings Awards celebrate the women shaping the events industry with resilience, creativity, and vision. What began as a simple spotlight has grown into a powerful community of more than 1,000 honorees. Each year, winners share the lessons, wins, and values driving their careers—a powerful snapshot of where the industry is going and who’s driving it forward.

Congratulations to all of this year’s honorees.