Stacey Titus • July 9, 2024
HCMA West Coast Tour

Lisa Salberg, CEO and Founder, and I will host two Meet and Greets during our travel on the West Coast in July!

La Jolla, CA, “Meet and Greet” on Thursday, July 18th,  at Olive & Basil from 6:00 – 8:00 PM PT.  Space is limited, so we ask all to register by July 16th for proper headcount and to ensure enough space is reserved.   Venue details: Olive & Basil, 8008 Girard Ave #220, La Jolla, CA 92037.  For additional information and to register for the La Jolla Meet and Greet, click here:  https://4hcm.org/inspire_events/la-jolla-meet-greet/

Seattle, WA “Meet and Greet” on Tuesday, July 23rd,  at Ivar’s Salmon House from 6:30 – 8:30 PM PT.   Space is limited, so we ask all to register by July 21st for proper headcount and ensure enough space is reserved. Venue information:  Ivar’s Salmon House, 401 Northeast Northlake Way, Seattle, WA 98105. For more details and to register for the Seattle Meet and Greet, click here:   https://4hcm.org/inspire_events/seattle-meet-greet/

Our Meet and Greets require registration, although there is no registration charge. A light dinner menu and non-alcoholic beverages will be served at each event.

We are looking forward to seeing you in person!

HCMA Blog

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