Making Me Marketable

• Welcome from Lauren Brengarth 
• Welcome from Marketing Department Chair Shaoming Zou
• Keynote Address from Eric Willis

8:30 - 9:10 a.m.

N201 ABC

How can you embrace failure as an opportunity to build your career path and find success?

Workshop Panelists: Tiffany Alexander, John Abshear, Barbie Barenholtz, Blake Hoover, Tom Wells, and William Yeo 

9:20 - 10:00 a.m.

N204

In this session we will explore how to use your CliftonStrengths to sell yourself in an interview by giving you a language for expressing talent, increasing your confidence, and empowering you to interact with others authentically. We will also explore how understanding our strengths helps us manage our weaknesses in ways that are practical and relevant to employers and teams. Come with your top 5 CliftonStrengths (as learned in BA 1500), and learn to describe your talent DNA in new and meaningful ways.

Workshop Panelists: Tim Hill

9:20 - 10:00 a.m.

N214A

Considering a position in sales and curious about career paths? Learn more about this fast-paced and growing field from industry experts, who will share their experience and provide real-world advice. 

Workshop Panelists: James Blades, Brenden O'Toole, Andrea Seeley, Wade Wheeler

9:20 - 10:00 a.m.

N214B

Design your personal brand to help you launch your professional career! Utilize business skills learned in class to market and position yourself. Create your own personal SWOT and learn to identify collaborators. 

Workshop Panelists: Lauren Adams, Mark Johnson, Carrie Nigro, Eric Willis, and Mary Wilkerson

9:20 - 10:00 a.m.

N214C

Artificial intelligence is advancing rapidly, and the workplace is evolving.  Learn how to integrate technology into your career search, such as writing your LinkedIn profile, customizing cover letters, using PhotoAI.com or Headshotpro.com for professional photos and more.

Workshop Panelists: Mikel Fields, Brandi Herrman, Krissy Tripp, and Luke Youtsey 

10:20 - 11:00 a.m.

N204

You’ve been a student for most of your life. Are you ready to enter the workplace? Learn from recent alumni, who will share their insights and experiences. Be prepared to ask questions about what to expect, such as your first week on the job, adjusting to work hours, and getting started successfully. If you have worries about graduating, you are not alone! This panel will help you prepare with honest advice. 

Workshop Panelists: Tiffany Alexander, James Blades, Alaina Meekins-Kent and Brad Stewart

10:20 - 11:00 a.m.

N214A

Internships provide you with an invaluable opportunity to gain real-world professional experience  Bring your questions to a team of industry experts who will share tips on finding internships, what companies are looking for, capturing the experience on your resume, and leveraging your internship for a full time job opportunity.

Workshop Panelists:  John Abshear, Lauren Adams, Barbie Barenholtz, Alexandra Briordy, Mark Johnson and Jenna Myhre

10:20 - 11:00 a.m.

N214B

Make a positive first impression and differentiate yourself from a large field of candidates. Learn ways to improve your resume, cover letters, and communication methods. 

Workshop Panelists: Donavan Fouchy, Brenden O'Toole, Andrea Seeley and William Yeo 

10:20 - 11:00 a.m.

N214C

The Career Fair is coming up. How should you prepare, and what should you do to secure your dream job?

Workshop Panelists: Mikel Fields, Kim Hedges, Carrie Nigro and Luke Youtsey 

11:20 a.m. - 12:00 p.m

N204

“To succeed in this world, you have to be known to people”  ~Sonia Sotomayor.  How do you build your network? In this session learn best practices for expanding your network including being intentional, enhancing your online reputation, how to reach out and prepare for career conversations. 

Workshop Panelists: Brandi Herrman

11:20 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

N214A

How can a woman’s voice be heard equally in the business world? Discuss relevant questions on how women lead teams, take risks, build support networks, and pursue professional goals. 

Workshop Panelists: Jenna Myhre, Andrea Seeley, Krissy Tripp and Mary Wilkerson

11:20 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

N214B

What will bring you happiness after graduation, both professionally and personally? 

Workshop Panelists: Donavan Fouchy, Blake Hoover, Alaina Meekins-Kent, Tom Wells, Wade Wheeler, and Eric Willis

11:20 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

N214C