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. Guest Information : · Megan Culligan Megan Culligan brings various event components together to intentionally design a live hybrid experience for online and onsite attendees at Convening Leaders. As an Associate, Events & Experiences at PCMA, and a proud DES graduate, she st...
Apr 30, 2024•1 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Links: · The Research-Backed Benefits of Daily Rituals 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: twitte...
Apr 26, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 24
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. Guest Information : · Xernona Martin Xernona Martin is a seasoned event executive currently serving as Vice President of Events & Experiences at PCMA. With over 15 years of experience spanning various industries, Xernona's expertise lies in strategic planning and authentic l...
Apr 25, 2024•24 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Ensuring Live Events are Accessible to All Accessibility consultant Austin Whitney’s love of music and music festivals led to his life’s mission to improve access at events for people with disabilities. By Jennifer N. Dienst, senior editor of Convene. Read the Article : Ensuring Live Events are Accessible to All 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...
Apr 24, 2024•6 min•Season 1Ep. 22
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. Guest Information : · Xernona Martin Xernona Martin is a seasoned event executive currently serving as Vice President of Events & Experiences at PCMA. With over 15 years of experience spanning various industries, Xernona's expertise lies in strategic planning and authentic l...
Apr 23, 2024•46 sec•Season 3Ep. 3
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? 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...
Apr 19, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 23
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 weal...
Apr 18, 2024•12 min•Season 3Ep. 2
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 Suppor...
Apr 17, 2024•10 min•Season 1Ep. 21
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 weal...
Apr 16, 2024•44 sec•Season 3Ep. 2
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 Edit...
Apr 12, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 22
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 ...
Apr 11, 2024•30 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Scientific Discovery and Diversity at ABRCMS The hybrid Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritized Scientists draws culturally diverse attendees from wide-ranging scientific disciplines for a “remarkable experience.” By Casey Gale, managing editor of Convene. Read the Article : Scientific Discovery and Diversity at ABRCMS Follow Convene: Website: pcma.org/convene LinkedIn: linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene Instagram: instagram.com/pcmaconvene X: twitter.com/pcmaconvene Subscribe to o...
Apr 10, 2024•5 min•Season 1Ep. 20
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 c...
Apr 09, 2024•1 min•Season 3Ep. 5
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 Edit...
Apr 05, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Advancing Women Leaders in the Business Events Industry A new research project looks at the disproportionate lack of women executives in the highest positions in the business events industry. By Barbara Palmer, deputy editor of Convene. Read the Article : Advancing Women Leaders in the Business Events Industry Download the Report: https://convn.org/advancing-women Follow Convene: Website: pcma.org/convene LinkedIn: linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene Instagram: instagram.com/pcmaconvene X: twitte...
Apr 03, 2024•7 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Links: · What does SXSW mean for cities now? · New markets in Europe – How Cities Become Music Incubators | EU@SXSW (euinaustin.org) 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/...
Mar 29, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 20
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 : · Derek Anderson Derek Anderson, founder of e3 Creative, is dedicated to turning ambitious concepts into memorable and impactful realities through innovative thinking in conference planning and design. · Chase Brunson, CMP, DES Chase Brunson is a champion for inclusion and often serves as subject matte...
Mar 28, 2024•24 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Digging Deeper: Inside EAA’s Conference on Archaeology and History How the European Association of Archaeologists’ annual conference in Belfast wove Northern Ireland’s rich history — and its current residents — into its program. By Michelle Russell, editor in chief of Convene. Read the Article : Digging Deeper: Inside EAA’s Conference on Archaeology and History Follow Convene: Website: pcma.org/convene LinkedIn: linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene Instagram: instagram.com/pcmaconvene X: twitter.c...
Mar 27, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 18
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 : · Derek Anderson Derek Anderson, founder of e3 Creative, is dedicated to turning ambitious concepts into memorable and impactful realities through innovative thinking in conference planning and design. · Chase Brunson, CMP, DES Chase Brunson is a champion for inclusion and often serves as subject matte...
Mar 26, 2024•2 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Links: - Cover story: Listen Up - Medical Group Takes Training Workshops on the Road - Armchair Expert episode on Supercommunicators - 4 Steps to Take Before Offering Advice 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...
Mar 22, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 19
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 : · Astrid Schrier, CMP, HMCC Astrid Schrier is a Global Accounts Manager with HelmsBriscoe based out of Philadelphia. Prior to joining HelmsBriscoe, Astrid served as a meeting and event manager for multiple associations, corporate and pharmaceutical clients. Astrid was a member of the inaugural class of...
Mar 21, 2024•22 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Why Curiosity and Attention Are the Secrets to Coaching Author, coaching expert, leading management thinker — and Convening EMEA 2024 keynote speaker — Michael Bungay Stanier reveals the transformative power of asking the right questions. And then, really listening to the answers. By Barbara Palmer, deputy editor of Convene. Read the Article : Why Curiosity and Attention Are the Secrets to Coaching Follow Convene: Website: pcma.org/convene LinkedIn: linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene Instagram: ...
Mar 20, 2024•8 min•Season 1Ep. 17
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 : · Astrid Schrier, CMP, HMCC Astrid Schrier is a Global Accounts Manager with HelmsBriscoe based out of Philadelphia. Prior to joining HelmsBriscoe, Astrid served as a meeting and event manager for multiple associations, corporate and pharmaceutical clients. Astrid was a member of the inaugural class of...
Mar 19, 2024•2 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Links: · She was harassed at a tech conference. Now other women are sharing #MeToo moments · Making Allyship Part of the Program 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...
Mar 15, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 18
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 J...
Mar 14, 2024•31 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Why Organizations Are Choosing to Meet in Controversial Destinations Instead of canceling their events at — or boycotting — politically polarized host destinations, organizations are choosing to show up and speak up, in a show of support. By Jennifer N. Dienst, senior editor of Convene. Read the Article : Why Organizations Are Choosing to Meet in Controversial Destinations Follow Convene: Website: pcma.org/convene LinkedIn: linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene Instagram: instagram.com/pcmaconvene ...
Mar 13, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 16
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 J...
Mar 12, 2024•2 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Links: · CEO Says, Your AI Will Be Able to Attend Meetings For You · Business Insider with Otter CEO · Company Appoints AI-Powered Robot as CEO · Tyler Perry Interview · Men interrupting Dienst · Men interrupting Adam Grant · WEF in the metaverse · Wall-E movie · VML The Future 100: 2024 · GPS negative impacts · Navigating and brain health Get News Junkie: https://www.pcma.org/campaign/news-junkie/ The Convene Editors : · Michelle Russell, Editor in Chief · Barbara Palmer, Deputy Editor · Jennif...
Mar 08, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 17
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 : · Jen Vaseleck Jen Vaseleck is an Operations Manager for the Event Management Team at Maritz. Jen's passion for creating memorable experiences for others and providing exceptional service has guided her throughout her career. · Nikki Gonzales Nikki Gonzales is the Chief of Staff at Soundings. Just as s...
Mar 07, 2024•27 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Listen Up Listening is a skill essential to the knowledge exchange that takes place at business events, but how can organizers cultivate better listening behavior among our audiences? Convene reached out to four listening experts and one of the world’s top experts on coaching for their advice. By Michelle Russell, editor in chief of Convene. Read the Article : Listen Up Follow Convene: Website: pcma.org/convene LinkedIn: linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-convene Instagram: instagram.com/pcmaconvene X: ...
Mar 06, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 15
