Keizer University senior Paraskevi Maria Vergou, affectionately known as Mavi Vergos recently enjoyed participating in the Opt for the annual Greens conference held at Disney’s Boardwalk Resort in Orlando, Florida.
Vergos, a business management graduate from Athens, Greece, said the event was particularly suited to her future goals, as she joined inspiring leaders from the world of entrepreneurship and business who were also golf enthusiasts.
“Participating in the mentoring program has allowed me to connect with wonderful and successful women who will be a major source of inspiration as I pursue my future career. Not to mention, the opportunity to spend the week at Disney while learning important life skills was truly a magical experience,” Vergos said of the opportunity, while sharing that the new tools related to multitasking, Teamwork and critical thinking will be invaluable for the future.
As a surprise finale, Vergos and his teammates also won the event’s golf tournament title held on the final day of the conference.
Vergos, a senior at Keizer University’s flagship West Palm Beach campus, added that she is grateful for the opportunities to grow. “My experience at Keizer University has allowed me to grow both on the golf course and in my career path as a person,” she said, giving special thanks to the Flagship Campus president , Dr. Gary Vonk, to Seahawks coach Brandon Miller and Go for the Greens. members for the invitation to join the conference.
“We are very proud of Mavi. What an incredible honor to have been selected for the prestigious Go For The Greens Conference Mentoring Program. Mavi consistently demonstrates remarkable commitment to her studies and sport. She is a shining example of the caliber of student-athletes we aspire to have on our golf team,” said Brandon Miller, head men’s and women’s golf coach.
Founded in 2007, Go for the Greens is committed to connecting women-owned businesses and future business leaders with business growth opportunities through corporate and government contracts, shared experiences, practices green and sustainable and networking through golf.
Bachelor of Arts from Keizer University in Business focuses on a basic understanding of business skills necessary for entry-level professionals. The program introduces students to the functional areas of business and the business environment, including ethical business practices and the technical and communication skills needed in today’s business environment. It aims to provide career-oriented students with the opportunity to acquire the fundamental, communication, administrative and career advancement skills necessary to thrive in a diverse business environment.
Keizer University is a private, independent, nonprofit university serving nearly 20,000 students on 21 Florida campuses, online and at two international locations. Co-founded in 1977 by the Chancellor Arthur Keiser, Ph.D., and Evelyn Keizer, Keizer University currently offers more than 100 degrees ranging from associate to doctoral level. Keizer University is a designated Hispanic-serving institution, a member of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, and has been ranked No. 1 in the United States for social mobility by US News & World Report in 2023.
Benita Fortner, Mavi Vergos and Lane Hickey-Wiggins
From left to right: Thomas Smith, Lizzie Smith, Mavi Vergos and Anthony Sampson
