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Convene Series: ‘Just be a good human, be thoughtful.'

Season 3, Ep. 2
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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.


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 wealth of knowledge and experience. Currently serving as the ADA Compliance Director for Coachella Music and Arts Festival, F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, the PGA Championship, and Star Wars Celebration, he has held the same role for over one hundred events in the last ten years. Austin is a recognized expert in the field, having presented on "ADA Compliance at Temporary Events" at the National ADA Symposium last year, and has also been a speaker on the topic at XLive, the Municipal Special Events Conference, and for the International Association of Venue Managers.  


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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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