Dahlton Bennington is the Founder and Managing Director of PROfound Planning, a full-service meetings and incentive management firm she established in 2012. With more than 30 years of experience in corporate meetings, incentives, destination, and hotel management, Dahlton partners with organizations to design experiences that do more than bring people together—they drive alignment, confidence, and performance.

Her approach is shaped by years spent inside complex organizations, where she saw firsthand how much weight meetings carry for leaders and teams alike. That perspective informs a disciplined, outcome-driven process rooted in clearly defined goals, rigorous site selection, thoughtful program design, and seamless execution. Known for her meticulous attention to detail, fiscal responsibility, and proactive risk management, Dahlton has managed programs with budgets exceeding $5 million and consistently delivers measurable ROI and strong attendee satisfaction.

Dahlton believes that at their best, meetings and incentives are powerful leadership tools—capable of reinforcing culture, building trust, and motivating people around shared objectives. She is particularly skilled at translating business intent into human experience, weaving strategic themes into moments that feel intentional, relevant, and authentic.

A respected industry leader and advocate, Dahlton has worked closely with senior executives, Fortune 500 clients, and academic partners, contributing to industry research, publications, and professional education. She is known as a steady, thoughtful partner—someone leaders trust to protect their vision, their investment, and their credibility.

Beyond her professional work, Dahlton values meaningful collaboration, volunteers enthusiastically, enjoys travel and time in the Florida sun, and treasures life with family and her three adored cats—often alongside a thoughtfully chosen glass of wine.