Meet Olivia Zsamboki

Ligmincha International's New Program Manager

Ligmincha International is pleased to announce the hiring of Olivia Zsamboki as our new program manager. This is a new position for Ligmincha, and one that is much needed. Olivia joins us after years of active volunteer and organizing efforts with Ligmincha Hungary.

As the past and current president of Ligmincha Hungary, Olivia has done a fabulous job of organizing and promoting teachings, working with resident lamas, overseeing and conducting administrative activities in support of the Hungarian sangha, and much more.

This new position allows Olivia to bring her skills and passion in service to an even wider audience. She will work to support Ligmincha International and Serenity Ridge Retreat Center programs, and help facilitate collaboration between Ligmincha International and national or regional Ligmincha organizations. Olivia will work with Sue Davis-Dill, Ligmincha executive director, Rob Patzig, president, and others.

Among her first activities, Olivia will be working with an international group of volunteers to design and implement an event calendar that can be accessed by language, teacher, topic and location. This will better allow Ligmincha organizations to coordinate teaching activities and make it easier for students to find the teachings and practices that they are looking for. She also will work to help enhance many of Ligmincha's communication channels (website, social media, email list management and more).

Here is Olivia in her own words.

"For me, to be part of the team is a dream come true since I can dedicate my expertise and my experience to what inspires me the most. I am utterly thankful that i have been given the opportunity to support the work and mission of Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche and Ligmincha International.

"I have been a student of Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche since 2014 and formally part of the Ligmincha family from 2016, when Ligmincha Hungary was established. In 2019 I completed The 3 Doors EU2 Academy, and now I am preparing for the Presenter's Path starting next year. I am also a volunteer for The 3 Doors organization, offering translations and organizational services, given that the upcoming 3 Doors EU Academy will be held in Hungary starting in 2023.

"My professional background is public relations, corporate communication and marketing communication. I bring solid experience working in a multinational environment. In my new role at Ligmincha International, my main focus will be to expand communications and to bring awareness to more people about Ligmincha's and Serenity Ridge's program offerings and mission.

"In liberating my own being, may I benefit others!"