The best events do more than entertain—they inspire. This week on Shelling Peas, Chef Ryan Jennings sits down with Angela Giuseppetti, Special Events Manager at the Seneca Park Zoo Society, to talk about how she brings storytelling and sustainability together to create impactful events like Zoobilation.

Storytelling at Seneca Park Zoo

Angela shares how her background in theater shapes her approach to event planning, why sustainability is a key focus for Zoobilation, and what it takes to create an experience that connects people to a cause. From working with local vendors to leading zero-waste initiatives, she’s making sure every detail aligns with the zoo’s conservation mission.

🎟️ Learn more and get your tickets for Zoobilation at senecaparkzoo.org/zoobilation

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