Keiser University senior Paraskevi Maria Vergou, fondly referred to as Mavi Vergos recently enjoyed participating in the Go for the Greens Annual Conference held at Disney’s Boardwalk Resort in Orlando, Florida.
A business management major from Athens, Greece, Vergos shared that the event was uniquely tailored to her future goals, as she joined inspirational leaders in the entrepreneurship and corporate worlds who were also golf enthusiasts.
“Attending the mentorship program has allowed me to connect with wonderful and successful women who will act as a major inspiration as I pursue my future career. Not to mention, the opportunity to spend the week in Disney while learning important life skills was truly a magical experience,” said Vergos of the occasion, while sharing that new tools relating to multitasking, teamwork, and critical thinking will be invaluable moving forward.
As a surprise finale, Vergos and teammates also took home the title for the event’s golf tournament held on the final day of the conference.
A Keiser University’s West Palm Beach Flagship campus senior, Vergos added that she’s thankful for the opportunities to flourish. “My Keiser University experience has allowed to me grow both on the golf course and in my career path as a person,” she said while sending special thanks to Flagship Campus President Dr. Gary Vonk, Seahawk Coach Brandon Miller and to Go for the Greens members for the invitation to join the conference.
“We are very proud of Mavi. What an amazing honor to be selected for the prestigious Go For The Greens Conference Mentorship Program. Mavi consistently demonstrates a remarkable commitment to both her academics and athletics. She serves as a shining example of the caliber of student-athlete we aspire to have on our golf team,” said Head Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach Brandon Miller
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 contracting, shared experiences, green and sustainable practices, and networking through the game of golf.
Keiser University’s Bachelor of Arts degree in Business focuses on a basic understanding of business skills needed for entry-level business professionals. The program introduces students to the functional areas of business, and the business environment including ethical business practices, and technical and communication skills needed in today’s business environment. It is intended to provide career-focused students the ability to gain the fundamental, communication, administration, and career advancement skills necessary to prosper in a diverse business environment.
Keiser University is a private, independent, non-profit university serving nearly 20,000 students at 21 Florida campuses, online, and two international sites. Co-founded in 1977 by Chancellor Arthur Keiser, Ph.D., and Evelyn Keiser, Keiser University currently offers more than 100 degrees from associate to the doctoral level. Keiser University is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution, a member of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, and was ranked No. 1 in the U.S. in providing Social Mobility by U.S. News and World Report in 2023.
Benita Fortner, Mavi Vergos and Lane Hickey-Wiggins
L-R: Thomas Smith, Lizzie Smith, Mavi Vergos, and Anthony Sampson
My instructors believed in me. They were more than instructors, they tried to get to know you as a person and tried to understand your goals so they could push you towards them. Student services helped me find a job before I even graduated. Everyone was dedicated to my overall success.
