Beyond the Ballroom is a career education and professional development platform for the events industry, rooted in community, mentorship, and real-world insight.

Built by event professionals, Beyond the Ballroom creates space for honest conversations, skill-building education, and meaningful connection across all stages of an event career. Through curated programming and a growing mentorship ecosystem, the platform helps demystify career paths, spotlight the wide range of roles within events, and increase access to opportunity.

Designed for students, emerging professionals, and seasoned planners alike, Beyond the Ballroom supports meaningful professional growth at every stage as they explore what’s possible, grow with intention, and move forward with clarity.

Don't miss your chance to join the conversation, lead and take your career to center stage. 

𝐁𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬:
Instagram: @BeyondTheBallroom
LinkedIn: @BeyondTheBallroom 
Youtube: @BeyondtheBallroom:Spotlight on Event Careers

To be a panelist for one of our monthly webisodes, please contact us at beyondtheballroomlive@gmail.com!

Founder: 
Damina Murchison

Advisor:
Pam Strug

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