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Convene Series: ‘Give a little more grace to those incoming graduates.’
Season 2, Ep. 1
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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 she has been championed by her mentors and leaders, she strives to develop opportunities for emerging professionals through her role at Soundings and advocacy for fellow Gen-Z event pros.
Additional Resources:
· Nikki Gonzales, Class of 2023
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