Practicing Gratitude | November 2023

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Practicing Gratitude | November 2023

30 November 2023

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November 30, 2023
 

Director’s Note

Dear friends,
 
‘Tis the season once again! Amidst the hustle of this fall, we’re pausing to gear up for holiday festivities, and it’s fantastic to witness various departments choosing Kline 14 for their holiday parties – a truly beautiful and flexible space.
 
We recently bid farewell to our former Operations team in a staff retreat, now part of the newly minted Undergraduate Housing team within the reorganized Yale Housing unit. It was a great chance to celebrate our achievements and pinpoint areas for future growth. Although they’re not part of YC&E anymore, we’ll still collaborate on various summer and housing projects at Yale.
 
As we approach the new year, reflecting on our accomplishments and looking forward with excitement, we’re thrilled about the ongoing integration of our new staff into YC&E. Their talents are already making significant contributions to our growing team!
 
Let’s wrap up 2023 by practicing gratitude and reflecting on the small wins. Wishing you all a joyful and healthy holiday season!
 
Cheers,
 
Jen Zuccaro
Director
Yale Conferences & Events
 

Department Updates

We are hiring: Building Technology Manager and Financial Assistant

 
Yale Conferences & Events is seeking talented and ambitious professionals to join our team. Our current open positions include Building Technology Manager and Financial Assistant. Click the link below for more details and to apply.  
 
 
 

YC&E and Yale Housing staff attend conferences in New Orleans, Dallas, and Columbus

Where in the world is YC&E? Members of our team attended conferences all over the United States in October and November to dive deeper into venue marketing, staff management, and business operations!
 

Staff News

Congratulations to Maddison and Tim! 

 
Congratulations to our very own Maddison Willauer (née Capobianco), Senior Program Manager, on her recent marriage to her new husband Tim. Wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter, and good times! 

Holiday special: staff favorites 

 
Need a little inspiration for your next holiday movie night? Grab your popcorn and check out our staff’s favorite holiday movies list!
 

Yale & Beyond

Yale Deans explore AI frontiers in Silicon Valley

 
On October 23rd and 24th, our YC&E colleagues Megan Palluzzi, Program Director, and Kristina Tavilla, Program Operations Coordinator, had the incredible opportunity to travel to California to assist with the Yale Deans’ AI Retreat.
 

Celebrating excellence: honoring Ronnell Higgins

 
Our Yale Conferences & Events team had the privilege of contributing to the Ronnell Higgins Farewell Celebration on November 1st, hosted by Yale Public Safety and held at the Schwarzman Center Commons. 
 
 
   

Yale Athletics celebrates alumni at Blue Leadership Ball

 
On November 17th, Yale Athletics bestowed six Lifetime Achievement Awards to honor individuals who have made significant leadership contributions in the fields of governance, commerce, science and technology, education, public service, and the arts and media.
 

Ways to give back this holiday season

 
 
As we head into the “most wonderful time of the year”, let us take a step back from our holiday lists and think about those in need within our communities and how we can help. Here are just a few ways you can make a difference in the lives of others this holiday season.
 

Event Planning Insights

Researchers revolt against weekend conferences 

 
Are weekend conferences becoming a thing of the past? New research shows that keeping professional events confined to the work week may allow for a more equitable professional landscape. 
 

SpotMyPhotos unleashes real-time photo delivery for event attendees 

 
The world of events is fast-paced, and photographers have been looking for ways to keep up. Now, new technology allows for high-quality, seamlessly delivered photos to be wirelessly transferred to event attendees - in real time!
 

One More Thing

Add these events to your calendar

 
Looking for ways to spend time with loved ones in New Haven this holiday season? Look no further! We’ve compiled a list of festive events and activities to enjoy this month.  
 

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