Episodes
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The Convene team shares what sessions sound exciting to them for the upcoming edUcon 2024:
- Event Program Overview
- DJ Graffiti
- Innovations Labs
- Tech Labs
- Tess Vismale
- Networking by design
- Yappy Hour
- Burn the Event Experience Playbook
- Building a Sustainable Production Plan
- Breaking Down Barriers for Women in Business
- Matthew Kalb
- Charlie Todd
- Sustainability Tour
- Sherron Washington
- Yvette Simpson
Episode Transcript
Meet the Convene Editors
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Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano with Orchestra
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Political divisiveness has increased dramatically in the U.S. in recent years. How much have you thought about the impact that may have on participants at your events — or what you can do to manage its effects?
By Barbara Palmer, deputy editor of Convene.
Read the Article:
Navigating Political Polarization at Your Events
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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:
· New research highlights toll of business travel on mental health and a need for more support from employers
· Advancing Women in the Business Events Industry
· How to Reduce the Stress and Anxiety of Business Travel
Get News Junkie: https://www.pcma.org/campaign/news-junkie/
Episode Transcript
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: x.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 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.'
Episode Transcript
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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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After WrestleMania concluded in Philadelphia, the CVB found a way to give the professional wrestling event’s banners a second life, while giving back — joining several other large events that have made sure that what’s left over goes to a good cause rather than the landfill.
By Casey Gale, managing editor of Convene.
Read the Article:
Waste Not, Want Not: Making Leftover Event Materials Serve the Community
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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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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).
Episode Transcript
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
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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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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:
· Kristi Casey
PCMA Education Strategist Kristi Casey creates engaging and immersive educational experiences. In addition to her work in the events industry, she's a creative alchemist, working in multiple art and performance mediums. For more info, visit trulykristi.com.
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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The Annual Conference of the Association of Medical Illustrators draws on advances in science, technology, and medicine to keep attendees up to date on techniques to explain the science of life.
By Curt Wagner, digital editor of Convene.
Read the Article:
Conference Illuminates the Art of Medicine
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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.
This episode is brought to you by Visit Kingston.
Guest Information:
· Kristi Casey
PCMA Education Strategist Kristi Casey creates engaging and immersive educational experiences. In addition to her work in the events industry, she's a creative alchemist, working in multiple art and performance mediums. For more info, visit trulykristi.com.
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:
Corporations have big climate goals. Return-to-office mandates don't quite match them.Conferences Make Scientists Climate TransgressorsGet News Junkie: https://www.pcma.org/campaign/news-junkie/
Episode Transcript
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.
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.
Episode Transcript
Follow Convene:
Website: pcma.org/convene
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene
Instagram: instagram.com/pcmaconvene
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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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Indiana University Bloomington conference explores music star Taylor Swift’s lyricism, feminism, economic impact, social-media presence, and more through an academic lens.
By Casey Gale, managing editor of Convene.
Read the Article:
Swifties and Scholars: Inside an Academic Conference About Taylor Swift
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LinkedIn: linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene
Instagram: instagram.com/pcmaconvene
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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.
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.
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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An interview, hosted by Magdalina Atanassova, Convene’s digital media editor.
Guest Information:
· Leonard Hoops
Leonard Hoops is President & CEO of Visit Indy, where he leads nearly 60 industry professionals who are charged with growing Central Indiana’s nearly $6 billion convention, tourism, and event business. He serves as the first DMO executive to chair PCMA and is currently chair of PCMA’s 2024 Board of Directors and Trustees.
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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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.
Episode Transcript
Follow Convene:
Website: pcma.org/convene
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene
Instagram: instagram.com/pcmaconvene
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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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WorldatWork’s Courtney Mesmer developed a speaker coaching program to improve the participant experience at her organization’s annual conference. That initiative not only transformed the conference but rippled throughout the organization.
By Barbara Palmer, deputy editor of Convene.
Read the Article:
Inside WorldatWork’s Speaker Coaching Program
4 Ways to DIY a Speaker Coaching Program
CMP Series Article
Follow Convene:
Website: pcma.org/convene
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene
Instagram: instagram.com/pcmaconvene
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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.
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.
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:
· Introducing TED’s new tagline
· Ideas change everything — and what's next for TED [video]
· TED is 40 — here's how it all started [video]
Get News Junkie: https://www.pcma.org/campaign/news-junkie/
Episode Transcript
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, alongside the PCMA staff.
This episode is brought to you by Visit Kingston.
Guest Information:
· Jennifer Bishop
Jennifer Bishop brings more than 19 years of experience at PCMA in her role as Strategic Director, Business Development, working with various team members to develop PCMA’s partnership program and sponsorship opportunities.
Episode Transcript
Follow Convene:
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Instagram: instagram.com/pcmaconvene
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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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Fifteen years ago, she coached speakers for the first major TEDx event. Hayley Foster has since built that initial experience into a successful business, helping speakers to focus on what makes their message unique and their presentation authentic.
By Michelle Russell, editor in chief of Convene.
Read the Article:
From Skeptic to Sought-After TEDx Speaker Coach
‘Programming Stellar Content That Connects With an Audience’
CMP Series Article
Follow Convene:
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LinkedIn: linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene
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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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