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Since 1986, Convene has been delivering award-winning content that helps event professionals plan and execute innovative and successful events. Join the Convene editors as we dive into the latest topics of interest to — and some flying under the radar of — the business events community.
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Leonard Hoops: ‘I don’t know that I opened that door, but the door opened for me.’
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
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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 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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Convene Series: ‘How planners engage with technology has changed.’
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:
· 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
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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Convene Article: Inside WorldatWork’s Speaker Coaching Program
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
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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MOMENTS: With Anh Nguyen and Shawn Cheng
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:
· 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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'What is the value of an idea?'
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]
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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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Convene Series: 'The District is essentially the heart of CL.’
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:
· 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:
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.