Vanessa Kizart

"I am deeply honored to receive this award. When I joined ASGE in 2002, I never could have imagined the profound impact this organization would have on my life and career. It has been a true privilege to contribute to the success of the largest GI annual meeting and to play a part in the development of the IT&T Center—milestones that reflect the collective dedication of an extraordinary community.

What I will cherish most are the ASGE members, committed colleagues, inspiring mentors, and lifelong friends who have made this journey so meaningful. The collaborative spirit that defines ASGE has not only fueled my professional growth but also created a sense of belonging that I will always carry with me.

I offer my heartfelt thanks to everyone who has been part of this remarkable journey. Your trust, encouragement, and shared passion for advancing gastrointestinal endoscopy have been the foundation of everything we have achieved together."

Vanessa Kizart has devoted her career to association management and conference planning, with a deep commitment to supporting the mission and advancement of medical associations. In 2002, she joined the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) as one of the first four staff members when the Society became a standalone organization. Since then, she has played a pivotal role in the Society’s growth and success as Senior Director of Conference Services.

Over more than two decades, Vanessa has played a vital role in shaping impactful DDW and ASGE programs, planning high-level meetings and events, collaborating closely with ASGE leadership, DDW Program Chairs, committee members, staff, and industry partners. Her steady leadership has supported countless initiatives that have helped move the field of gastroenterology forward.

A trusted mentor to colleagues and a dedicated steward of ASGE’s mission, Vanessa’s legacy includes many contributions— Among her many accomplishments, her leadership in the planning and execution of ASGE’s IT&T Center stands out as a hallmark achievement in her distinguished career.