PCMA Convene Podcast

This season, hosted by Magdalina Atanassova, Convene’s digital media editor, offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse into Convening Leaders 2024, held in San Diego, Jan 2024.

This episode is brought to you by Visit Kingston.

Season 3 Episodes:

E1 - JoAnn Bedrosian Ryan and Madeline Schimeck: ‘The Secrets to Making Giving Back Fun’

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E2 – Austin Whitney: ‘Just be a good human, be thoughtful.'

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E3 - Xernona Martin: ‘The more knowledgeable you are about their needs, the more prepared you'll be.'

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E4 - Megan Culligan: ‘There was definitely a lot of AV that went into a pretty small space.'

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E5 – Shawn Kanungo: AI Is Rewiring Our Creative Process

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E6 - Jennifer Bishop: 'The District is essentially the heart of CL.’

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E7 – Anh Nguyen and Shawn Cheng: ‘How planners engage with technology has changed.’

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E8 - Carolina Goradesky: 'How do we do that with sustainability in mind?'

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E9 – Kristi Casey: 'The coolest information I felt like came from the margins.'

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Follow Convene:

Website: pcma.org/convene

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene

Instagram: instagram.com/pcmaconvene

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Contact Information: For any questions, reach out to Magdalina Atanassova, matanassova(at)pcma(dot)org.

Sponsorships and Partnerships: Reach 36,000 qualified meeting organizers. Contact our sales team: https://www.pcma.org/advertise-sponsorship/

Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano with Orchestra

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An interview, hosted by Magdalina (Maggie) Atanassova, Convene’s digital media editor.

Guest Information:

· Paula Brantner

Paula Brantner (she/her) of Accountability Ignited builds harassment and toxic workplace prevention systems and implements codes of conduct for academic societies, professional associations, and political organizations. She works with organizations to ensure confidential reporting, safe and inclusive meetings, and a harassment-free environment. An employment lawyer for over 30 years, Paula has degrees from UC Law-San Francisco and Michigan State University’s James Madison College and is a certificate holder with the Association of Workplace Investigators (AWI).

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Links to mentioned resources:

· Making Allyship Part of the Program (2023 article by Jennifer N. Dienst)

· Moving Your Meeting Amid Rising Reproductive Rights Concerns (SMFM article by Jennifer N. Dienst)

· Convene Talk on harassment (March 15, 2024)

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

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.

This episode is brought to you by Visit Kingston.

Guest Information:

· Carolina Goradesky

Carolina Goradesky has over 15 years of experience in the business events industry. She has been helping organizations design, transform, and deliver engagement that empowers relationships to thrive. In 2020, Carolina completed a Business Sustainability Management qualification at the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership, and she is also CMM and PMP accredited. At the point of recording Carolina was leading the global efforts in sustainability both internally and externally across all PCMA brands, regions, and strategic partnerships.

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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

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.

This episode is brought to you by Visit Kingston.

Guest Information:

· Anh Nguyen, CMP

Anh Nguyen, CMP, is the co-founder of Spark Event Collective and an esteemed leader in event management. With over 18 years of diverse experience, she excels at creating engaging event experiences and building thriving communities. Known for her meticulous planning and leadership, she has been recognized as an industry innovator, significantly contributing to the evolving landscape of virtual and hybrid events.

· Shawn Cheng

Shawn Cheng, a seasoned event strategist and personal brand advisor, is renowned for transforming events into growth catalysts. His successful track record spans DAHLIA+ Agency, MCI, and currently, Curious Bear Management, where he elevates clients' visions. An influential industry advocate, Shawn inspires others through his strategic insights and profound commitment to authentic storytelling and personal branding.

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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

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This season, hosted by Magdalina Atanassova, Convene’s digital media editor, was recorded at Convening Leaders 2024 in San Diego and dedicated to PCMA’s 20 in Twenties program.

Guest Information:

· Alana Mallory

Alana Mallory is the Director of Global Events and Strategic Initiatives for the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM); and the Principal and Lead Planner for AKM Consulting Solutions LLC. Alana loves planning unique experiences that create space for genuine connection.

· Matthew Johnson

Matthew Johnson is a PCMA Class of 2024 Twenty in Their Twenties. Matthew strives to bring a powerful attendee experience to a diverse portfolio of meetings and events, driven by attention to detail and a passion for delivering a premium final product.

Additional Resources:

· Alana Mallory, Class of 2015

· Matthew Johnson, Class of 2024

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

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.