Thanks, Katy! I just wanted to boost this post and encourage anyone on the fence to apply for the ambassador program. Two of my colleagues and I applied last year (we are INFORMS staff) and it's been a great experience. In addition to making progress on our own project, it ends up to feel like one big team effort - you get to know the other ambassadors and support each other's projects, too. For anyone like me, who's uncomfortable with the kind of networking where you have to start conversations at a reception, getting involved in a program like this is an effective way to build your network more naturally, while doing meaningful work. You still have a few days - apply!
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Tracy Cahall
Member Engagement Manager
INFORMS
Catonsville MD
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