Mentor Session: Tami Kesselman (Next Gen Success LLC)

Event ID: PP1149375

Fri, Mar 13, 2026 | 7:30 PM - 8:45 PM

Venue: Room 400-402 (Hilton Austin Downtown)

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Summary

Meeting with this mentor is highly recommended if you're interested in Business Development, Content Strategy/Production, Entrepreneurship, Funding, Nonprofits, Storytelling, Sustainability.

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