Alerus Center Director of Events Megan Lenertz has been recognized as an International Association of Venue Managers 30 under 30.
The award is designed to engage young professionals in the venue management industry.
A total of 143 nominations were nominated for this year’s class.
Lenertz becomes the 4th Alerus Center employee to be recognized since Spectra/OVG took over operations of the facility in 2017. She joins former Director of Events Polina Selinevich, current Director of Conference Sales Shelby Looker, and General Manager Anna Rosburg.


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