PCMA Convene Podcast

A quick take on the latest stories curated from News Junkie.  Get News Junkie: https://www.pcma.org/campaign/news-junkie/  Meet the Convene Editors: ·      Michelle Russell, Editor in ChiefMichelle has been Convene's editor in chief for more than two decades. Early in her career, she was an nonfiction books editor at Random House and has also worked as a writer for several startups. She most enjoys spending time with her family. ·      Barbara Palmer, Deputy EditorBarbara’s wide-ranging, award-winning work as a journalist includes stints as a science reporter at The Daily Oklahoman; publications director at the global nonprofit World Neighbors; and as the arts and humanities editor at the Stanford University News Service. ·      Jennifer Dienst, Senior EditorBefore joining the team in 2020, Jen spent more than a decade contributing to titles in the travel, hospitality, and lifestyle space. She has also had brief interludes in public relations and sales. If not writing, she is probably planning her next trip. ·      Casey Gale, Managing EditorBased in her New Jersey home office, Casey Gale enjoys writing DEI and news pieces as they relate to the meetings and events industry. She spends her downtime reading and playing with her two fluffy office mates — her cats, Hildy and Walter. ·      Curt Wagner, Digital EditorBefore joining PCMA Curt Wagner spent 22 years at the Chicago Tribune in various positions, including as a national/foreign copy editor, news designer, and as entertainment editor and TV writer for RedEye newspaper. ·      Magdalina Atanassova, Digital Media EditorMagdalina Atanassova, the newest addition to the Convene team, is an award-winning and certified sustainable event prof, resourceful strategist, and amateur artist. Her core trait is love of learning.  Additional Resources:The stories in this episode:·      https://laist.com/news/education/west-la-college-climate-sustainability-food-waste-conference·      https://www.europeanscientist.com/en/features/politics-could-overshadow-scientific-progress-at-cop28-climate-conference/·      https://www.wired.com/story/la-auto-show-climate-protest-ev-supply-chain/  Contact Information: For any questions, reach out to Magdalina Atanassova, matanassova(at)pcma(dot)org. Music: Inspirational Cinematic Piano With Orchestra

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion ‘Actively Practiced at Every Level’In an EduCon 2023 session, DEI consultant Zoe Moore shared how event professionals can integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion into all aspects of their organizations’ operations by implementing a supplier diversity program.By Casey Gale, managing editor of Convene.Additional Resources:·      Read the story here: https://www.pcma.org/diversity-equity-inclusion-actively-practiced-every-level/Follow Convene:Website:        pcma.org/conveneLinkedIn:        linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-conveneInstagram:     instagram.com/pcmaconveneX:                   twitter.com/pcmaconveneSubscribe to our newsletters: pcma.org/subscribe-to-pcma-emailsContact 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

This season was recorded during Convening EMEA 2023, in Copenhagen, Denmark, and is hosted by Magdalina Atanassova, Convene’s digital media editor. Guest Information: ·      Maria DüthornMaria Düthorn is event manager at Siemens AG (www.siemens.com). Apart from organizing events around the globe, Düthorn is also a certified advertising professional.·      Ben GoedegebuureBen Goedegebuure leads Maritz Global and Industry Presence efforts (www.maritzglobalevents.com). Goedegebuure represents Maritz with specific responsibility for Europe, the Middle East and Africa and its overall global coordination.Additional Resources: ·       PCMA Announces 2018 Global Meetings Executive of the Year Award RecipientBen Goedegebuure was named PCMA’s 2018 Global Executive of the Year for three decades of generosity and passion for the business events industry at the IMEX Gala Dinner.·      Find more on sustainability in our November/December 2021 issue.Follow Convene:Website:         pcma.org/conveneLinkedIn:         linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-conveneInstagram:      instagram.com/pcmaconveneX:                    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

This season was recorded during Convening EMEA 2023, in Copenhagen, Denmark and hosted by Magdalina Atanassova, Convene’s digital media editor. Guest Information: ·      Amélie TrémolièresAmélie Trémolières is Communications and Events Operations Lead at ESAE (European Society of Association Executives) (www.esae.eu). Trémolières is value-driven and committed to use communication to foster connections between the EU civil society and institutions.·      Annalisa PonchiaAnnalisa Ponchia joined AIM Group International (www.aimgroupinternational.com) as Director of Innovation and Customer Experience and was further appointed Director of International Congress Development, to develop a new compelling narrative to widen outreach and increase the company’s visibility, with respect to the wide network of offices and presence worldwide.Additional Resources: ·      Breaking Through the Mindset of Digital vs. In-person EventsIt’s time to experiment more with hybrid event formats, says Annalisa Ponchia Baccara, director of international congress development at AIM Group International.Author: Barbara Palmer·      Find more on the process of transformation in our January/February 2023 issue.Follow Convene:Website:         pcma.org/conveneLinkedIn:         linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-conveneInstagram:      instagram.com/pcmaconveneX:                    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

Reimagining DowntownAn innovative meetings story - how a conference redefines downtown by expanding beyond Chicago’s ‘Loop’.By Barbara Palmer, deputy editor at Convene.Additional Resources:·      Read the story here: https://www.pcma.org/conference-redefines-downtown-expanding-beyond-chicagos-loop/Follow Convene:Website:        pcma.org/conveneLinkedIn:        linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-conveneInstagram:     instagram.com/pcmaconveneX:                   twitter.com/pcmaconveneSubscribe to our newsletters: pcma.org/subscribe-to-pcma-emailsContact 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

This season was recorded during Convening EMEA 2023, in Copenhagen, Denmark and hosted by Magdalina Atanassova, Convene’s digital media editor. Guest Information: ·      Amélie TrémolièresAmélie Trémolières is Communications and Events Operations Lead at ESAE (European Society of Association Executives) (www.esae.eu). Trémolières is value-driven and committed to using communication to foster connections between the EU civil society and institutions.·      Annalisa PonchiaAnnalisa Ponchia joined AIM Group International (www.aimgroupinternational.com) as Director of Innovation and Customer Experience and was further appointed Director of International Congress Development, to develop a new compelling narrative to widen outreach and increase the company’s visibility, with respect to the wide network of offices and presence worldwide.Additional Resources: ·      Breaking Through the Mindset of Digital vs. In-person EventsIt’s time to experiment more with hybrid event formats, says Annalisa Ponchia Baccara, director of international congress development at AIM Group International.Author: Barbara Palmer·      Find more on the process of transformation in our January/February 2023 issue.Follow Convene:Website:         pcma.org/conveneLinkedIn:         linkedin.com/showcase/pcma-conveneInstagram:      instagram.com/pcmaconveneX:                    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