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Impressions
former LECOM student Dr . Jasmine Shafagh , who was both a 10 Under 10 awardee and a graduate of the Leadership Academy . Kudos to you Jasmine !
The final event and highlight of the meeting for me was the PDA Past Presidents ’ luncheon . It is truly an honor to break bread with the past leaders of the PDA and know we have all been through that same year-long experience . The only item on the agenda at this event is the election of the most-immediate past president into the “ club .” This year due to the pandemic we had not only Nancy Rosenthal to consider , but Gary Davis , Jim Tauberg and Charlie Incalcaterra . After a spirited debate of each candidate and their credentials , all four were admitted and now are part of this esteemed body ! Congratulations to all !
A HUGE thank you to all who planned the meeting and the PDA staff for all they did onsite . I would encourage all to make plans to attend the 2024 PDM next April 19-20 at the Mt . Airy Casino Resort in Mt . Pocono . You will be glad you did !
— STR3
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