8 - 9 a.m.
Continental Breakfast
(Wilson Foyer—Mezzanine Level)
9 - 10:15 a.m.
Moving Forward: Internships, Fellowships, and Graduate
School Opportunities Panel
(Maryland A, B, C—Lobby Level)
A panel presentation you do not want to miss! Come learn about career, experience, college, and financial aid opportunities from a wide range of private and non-profit sector organizations
Speakers:
Pamela Ravare Brownes, Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and Accounting, Chief Operating Officer
Tony Claudino, Institute of International Education, Director of Outreach, Fulbright Student Program
Patricia Leon-Guerrero, Teach for America, Managing Director, National Alliances and Latino Initiatives
Kimberly Ford, National Collegiate Athletic Association, Director of Minority Inclusion
Noel Guerrero, HACU National Internship Program, Federal, Senior Associate Director, D.C.;
Andres Jaime, HACU National Internship Program, Corporate: Associate Director, San Antonio
10:30 -11:45 a.m.
Student-Exhibitor Mixer (All students to Exhibit Hall)
(Exhibit Hall A & B—Exhibition Level)
Noon - 1:45 p.m.
Power Lunch (all students)
(Marriott Ballroom Salon 1-2-3—Lobby Level)
2 - 3:15 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions (3)
1. Start Right, Start at USDA
(Maryland A, B, C)
Your next step is an important one. The job you choose will be the first step on your way to a meaningful career. As one of the government’s largest civilian employers, USDA gives unparalleled career choices in fields such as Management, Science, and Technology, Agribusiness and Industry, and Natural Resources and Environment.
2. ARAMARK Access Granted: A Student’s Guide to Gaining Visibility and Earning Access to Industry Leaders
(Delaware A)
In this day, with an ever changing environment, economy, and industry trends, you need to be prepared, informed and positioned to get ahead of the competition. Join the ARAMARK Team as we lead an interactive panel discussion designed to provide students with tips, tools and resources to be “Access Granted.”
Speakers:
Facilitator: Nicole Wormley, Senior Director of College Relations
Cindy Castellanos, On Campus Recruitment Manager
Ellie Lisle, Corporate Talent Acquisition Manager
3. Leadership Opportunities in the U.S. Navy
(Delaware B)
From the high-tech to the high-growth to the awe-inspiring, the U.S. Navy offers careers and jobs to fit all backgrounds and interests. There are literally hundreds of distinct professional roles in dozens of exciting fields. Whether you’re seeking a position as a nuclear engineer or a construction worker, a Navy physician or a Navy SEAL, you’ll find unrivaled training and unequalled experience in a career of your dreams.
Speakers:
Facilitator: Lieutenant Joseph Leavitt
Presenter: Commander Alan Worthy
3:15 - 3:45 p.m.
Coffee Break
(Exhibit Hall A—Exhibition Level)
3:45 - 5:15 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions (3)
1. CIA: What Type of Leader are You? Understanding Yourself and Your Leadership Style
(Maryland A, B, C)
Students will learn about their personal style and how it affects their ability to lead and follow. In a large group exercise students will explore how personality characteristics influence decision making, interpersonal connections, and leadership choices. With references to the work of the CIA, students will explore how highlighting their leadership style may help them land and then succeed in the perfect job.
Speaker:
Carolyn Rivera, CIA University
2. Sodexo
Creating the Brand You Want to be Known For: Incorporating your personal style into a business success.
(Delaware A)
Join Sodexo to learn how build your brand to attract the right opportunities toward success.
Speaker:
Ray Torres, Director of Operations and Training, Sodexo
3. General Electric “You Cannot Give What You Don’t Have: Planning for Success”
(Delaware B)
What is your plan to acquire those personal and professional assets to offer to your future employer? Join us to explore ways to define an actionable plan to position you as “the preferred candidate” for the role you aspire to have.
Speaker:
Mariana Monteiro, Hispanic Forum Program Manager