Diana Zarate

Diana Zarate, client relationship manager at Shocklogic and a member of PCMA's 20 in Their Twenties class of 2023, shares her perspective on the continued importance of virtual options despite the welcome return of in-person events.

Heather VanderVoet

Heather VanderVoet, senior coordinator of event services at Hamilton Convention Centre by Carmen’s and a member of PCMA's 20 in Their Twenties class of 2023, shares her perspective on the power of in-person events.

Jenna Sopko, DES

Jenna Sopko, manager of Business Meetings and Events at the National Association of REALTORS and a member of PCMA's 20 in Their Twenties class of 2023, shares the best advice she was ever given, and offers her own advice to those interested in pursuing a career in the industry.

Taylor Savage, DES, CTA, CFMP

Taylor Savage, DES, CTA, CFMP, regional director at Experience Columbus and a member of PCMA's 20 in Their Twenties class of 2023, shares what about the industry motivates and inspires her.

Cole Sales

Cole Sales, marketing manager at eShipping and a member of PCMA's 20 in Their Twenties class of 2023, shares his unlikely recommendation for two books that events professionals should read.

Mara Rodas

Mara Rodas, sales coordinator for Global Sales & Services at Destination Toronto and a member of PCMA's 20 in Their Twenties class of 2023, shares the personal passion that led her to the industry and what continues to motivate her.

Kadejah Omokaro, DES

Kadejah Omokaro, DES, manager of conferences and professional development at National Head Start Association and a member of PCMA's 20 in Their Twenties class of 2023, explains why it is vital to take control of your own career growth.

Ashley Montoya

Ashley Montoya, chief staff executive and membership manager at Civica Associations Conferences & Exhibitions and a member of PCMA's 20 in Their Twenties class of 2023, shares her thoughts on the importance of celebrating your wins.

Siena Manoogian

Siena Manoogian, annual meetings coordinator at the American Urological Association and a member of PCMA's 20 in Their Twenties class of 2023, shares her thoughts on how face-to-face meetings have changed since before the pandemic.

Mary Kate McBurney

Mary Kate McBurney, conference manager at Meeting Expectations and a member of PCMA's 20 in Their Twenties class of 2023, recalls the best advice she's ever received and shares her own advice for students seeking a career in the industry.

Anna Lommatzsch, CMP, DES

Anna Lommatzsch, CMP, DES, event manager at Informa Markets, shares her thoughts on keeping mental health and physical wellbeing front of mind at work and at events.

Tomell Harbison

Tomell Harbison, meeting and event coordinator at Talley Management Group and a member of PCMA's 20 in Their Twenties class of 2023, shares what aspect of his job inspires him.

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