Making Me Marketable

• Welcome from Interim Dean Chris Robert
• Welcome from Marketing Department Chair Srinath Gopalakrishna
• Keynote Address

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: John Abshear, Brandi Herrman, Mel Polsky, Tom Wells and Natalie Yousif

9:20 - 10:00 a.m.

N204

What should you look for in an employer, and what questions should you ask yourself about belonging in the environment? 

Workshop Panelists: Christopher Charles, Daive Dunkley, Stephen Graves, Shawn Hall, Elizabeth Kaganda, and Mesfin Woldegebriel

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: Mike Baker, Will Brown, Tyler Ingram, Ty Merkle, Andrea Seeley, and 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: Mikel Fields, Mark Johnson, Eric Willis, and Mary Wilkerson

9:20 - 10:00 a.m.

N214C

What should you look for in an employer, and what questions should you ask yourself about belonging in the environment? 

Workshop Speaker: Erika Aaron, Trulaske Director of Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity

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: Jaret Gordan, Tyler Ingram, Ty Merkle, Natalie Yousif, and Luke Youtsey

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: Will Brown, Mikel Fields, Mark Johnson, and Krissy Trip 

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: John Abshear, Mike Baker, Gary Coles, Brandi Herrman, and Andrea Seeley 

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: Jaret Gordan, Kim Hedges, Mark Johnson, 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. Plan to leave this session with an updated electronic signature and tips for expanding your network. 

Workshop Panelists: Julia Parcell, Trulaske EDGE

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: Mel Polsky, Andrea Seeley, Krissy Trip, 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: John Abshear, Gary Coles, Tom Wells, Wade Wheeler, and Eric Willis 

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

N214C