Ep. 62 -Unlocking the Power of Membership with Kiana Rivera
Release Date: 03/12/2025
Your Palm Beach Guide
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In this episode we sit down with Greg Etimos a board member and founder of the Palm Beach Young Professionals committee representing Brewster Allen Wichert Inc He shares why Directors and Officers liability insurance is essential for anyone serving on a board even for something as familiar as your local Girl Scouts chapter Greg explains the layers of a well-structured D and O policy including Employment Practices Liability and Fiduciary Liability and why these protections are critical for leadership roles He also shares his personal journey with the Chamber and how a simple conversation turned...
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In this episode we get to know Arggin Avanessian the Palm Beach Chamber’s new Event Manager whose journey from the luxury car world in LA to the event scene in South Florida is anything but ordinary. Arggin shares how a chance friendship led to a life-changing opportunity and how her passion for high-end experiences now fuels her approach to planning memorable and impactful events for the Chamber.
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info_outlineIn this episode of Your Palm Beach Guide, we sit down with Kiana Rivera, Vice President of Membership and Program Development at the Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce. Kiana shares what it truly means to be a Chamber member, the benefits of joining, and highlights some of the Chamber’s signature events that bring the business community together. Whether you're a current member or considering joining, this episode offers valuable insights into maximizing your Chamber experience!