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Carla Balakgie, president and CEO of NAMA, convenience services trade association

Podcast: Carla Balakgie has elevated NAMA and the industry’s image in her 14 years of leadership

April 1, 2025

Carla Balakgie hit the ground running when she was named president and CEO of NAMA 14 years ago. With Carla moving on to her next chapter after this year, the convenience services...

Podcast: Carla Balakgie has elevated NAMA and the industry’s image in her 14 years of leadership

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