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Links:
·      Bridging the Generation Gap at Events
·      Do associations still matter?
·      Building Year-Round Engagement With Audiences
·      How to Engage Next-Gen Members
·      Substack/Patreon
·      2 Formats That Foster Connection at Virtual Events
·      Why do associations exist? Why should we care?
 
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Meet the Convene Editors:
·      Michelle Russell, Editor in Chief
·      Barbara Palmer, Deputy Editor
·      Jennifer Dienst, Senior Editor
·      Casey Gale, Managing Editor
·      Curt Wagner, Digital Editor
·      Magdalina Atanassova, Digital Media Editor
 
Follow Convene:
Website:     pcma.org/convene
LinkedIn:     linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene
Instagram:  instagram.com/pcmaconvene
X:                twitter.com/pcmaconvene
 
Contact Information: For anything podcast-related, reach out to Magdalina Atanassova, matanassova(at)pcma(dot)org.
 
Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano with Orchestra
 

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This season, hosted by Magdalina Atanassova, Convene’s digital media editor, offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse into Convening Leaders 2024, held in sunny San Diego this January 2024.
Guest Information:
·      Austin Whitney
Austin Whitney is the President of Ten Fifty Entertainment, the most active accessibility consultants in the live entertainment and sports space. Holding a Juris Doctorate from UC Berkeley School of Law, as well as a BA from UC Berkeley, Austin brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience. Currently serving as the ADA Compliance Director for Coachella Music and Arts Festival, F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, the PGA Championship, and Star Wars Celebration, he has held the same role for over one hundred events in the last ten years. Austin is a recognized expert in the field, having presented on "ADA Compliance at Temporary Events" at the National ADA Symposium last year, and has also been a speaker on the topic at XLive, the Municipal Special Events Conference, and for the International Association of Venue Managers.  
Episode Transcript
Follow Convene:
Website:        pcma.org/convene
LinkedIn:        linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene
Instagram:     instagram.com/pcmaconvene
X:                   twitter.com/pcmaconvene
Subscribe to our newsletters: pcma.org/subscribe-to-pcma-emails
Contact Information: For any questions, reach out to Magdalina Atanassova, matanassova(at)pcma(dot)org.
Sponsorships and Partnerships: Reach 36,000 qualified meeting organizers with Convene, the multi-award-winning magazine for the business events industry. Contact our sales team: https://www.pcma.org/advertise-sponsorship/
Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano with Orchestra

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Brooke Eby’s Inspiring ALS Journey: Leveraging Social Media, Humor, Events, and Company Support
When she was diagnosed with ALS, Brooke Eby turned to social media and humor to bring awareness and research funding to the disease. Her employer gave her a much bigger platform — including the Dreamforce conference stage — to share her message.
By Barbara Palmer, deputy editor of Convene.
Read the Article:
Brooke Eby’s Inspiring ALS Journey: Leveraging Social Media, Humor, Events, and Company Support
Follow Convene:
Website:        pcma.org/convene
LinkedIn:        linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene
Instagram:     instagram.com/pcmaconvene
X:                   twitter.com/pcmaconvene
Subscribe to our newsletters: pcma.org/subscribe-to-pcma-emails
Contact Information: For anything podcast-related, reach out to Magdalina Atanassova, matanassova(at)pcma(dot)org.
Sponsorships and Partnerships: Reach 36,000+ qualified meeting organizers with Convene, the multi-award-winning magazine for the business events industry. Contact our sales team: https://www.pcma.org/advertise-sponsorship/
Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano with Orchestra

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This season, hosted by Magdalina Atanassova, Convene’s digital media editor, offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse into Convening Leaders 2024, held in sunny San Diego this January 2024.
Guest Information:
·      Austin Whitney
Austin Whitney is the President of Ten Fifty Entertainment, the most active accessibility consultants in the live entertainment and sports space. Holding a Juris Doctorate from UC Berkeley School of Law, as well as a BA from UC Berkeley, Austin brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience. Currently serving as the ADA Compliance Director for Coachella Music and Arts Festival, F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, the PGA Championship, and Star Wars Celebration, he has held the same role for over one hundred events in the last ten years. Austin is a recognized expert in the field, having presented on "ADA Compliance at Temporary Events" at the National ADA Symposium last year, and has also been a speaker on the topic at XLive, the Municipal Special Events Conference, and for the International Association of Venue Managers.   
Follow Convene:
Website:         pcma.org/convene
LinkedIn:         linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene
Instagram:      instagram.com/pcmaconvene
X:                    twitter.com/pcmaconvene
Subscribe to our newsletters: pcma.org/subscribe-to-pcma-emails
Contact Information: For any questions, reach out to Magdalina Atanassova, matanassova(at)pcma(dot)org.
Sponsorships and Partnerships: Reach 36,000 qualified meeting organizers with Convene, the multi-award-winning magazine for the business events industry. Contact our sales team: https://www.pcma.org/advertise-sponsorship/
Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano with Orchestra

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Links:
·      'Me-centric' shift changes what attendees expect from business events and conferences
·      Get Ready for the ‘New Wave’ of Next Gen Attendees
·      Want to Future-Proof Your Events? Delight a Gen Z Audience.
 
Get News Junkie: https://www.pcma.org/campaign/news-junkie/
 
Meet the Convene Editors:
·      Michelle Russell, Editor in Chief
·      Barbara Palmer, Deputy Editor
·      Jennifer Dienst, Senior Editor
·      Casey Gale, Managing Editor
·      Curt Wagner, Digital Editor
·      Magdalina Atanassova, Digital Media Editor
 
Follow Convene:
Website:     pcma.org/convene
LinkedIn:     linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene
Instagram:  instagram.com/pcmaconvene
X:                twitter.com/pcmaconvene
 
Contact Information: For anything podcast-related, reach out to Magdalina Atanassova, matanassova(at)pcma(dot)org.
 
Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano with Orchestra

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This season, hosted by Magdalina Atanassova, Convene’s digital media editor, offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse into Convening Leaders 2024, held in sunny San Diego this January 2024.
Guest Information:
·      Madeline Schimeck
Madeline Schimeck currently serves as Manager of Community and Foundation Engagement at PCMA, overseeing fundraising and volunteer programs. As a psychology graduate from the University of Dayton, Madeline’s understanding of the human mind enhances her ability to connect and build relationships with diverse communities.  
·      JoAnn Bedrosian Ryan
JoAnn Bedrosian Ryan, currently the Senior Director at PCMA Foundation, is a seasoned professional in the hospitality industry. Spanning multiple decades, her career journey led her from United Airlines to Experient (Maritz Global Events), and finally to PCMA. JoAnn's success is rooted in establishing meaningful relationships and her commitment to personal and professional growth. Recognized with a Life Time Achievement award by PCMA in 2001, she is a respected figure in the meetings and conventions industry.
Episode Transcript
Follow Convene:
Website:        pcma.org/convene
LinkedIn:        linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene
Instagram:     instagram.com/pcmaconvene
X:                   twitter.com/pcmaconvene
Subscribe to our newsletters: pcma.org/subscribe-to-pcma-emails
Contact Information: For any questions, reach out to Magdalina Atanassova, matanassova(at)pcma(dot)org.
Sponsorships and Partnerships: Reach 36,000 qualified meeting organizers with Convene, the multi-award-winning magazine for the business events industry. Contact our sales team: https://www.pcma.org/advertise-sponsorship/
Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano with Orchestra

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