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Career Speakers Webinar Series

Led by industry experts, the "Make Your Career Virtually Unstoppable" webinar series provides invaluable knowledge and effective practices as the business world changes. 

Sessions are free to prospective and enrolled students, as well as alumni.

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View Career recording

Mind Full to Mindfulness in Career Decision-making

Mindfulness is simple yet effective in enabling you to gain control of thoughts and behaviors and redirect them in productive ways to enhance career decision-making. This session is an opportunity to practice mindfulness techniques and learn from Wake Tech alum Christie Sanner about the importance of mindfulness practice to help process anxiety experienced with completing classes, landing an internship and a full-time job.

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View Alumni recording

Virtual Chat with Alumni in Creative Careers

A virtual chat with three Wake Tech alumni now making a living in creative careers. The webinar is in partnership with the Simulation & Game Development and Graphic Design programs.

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View Career Services recording

The Michael Eure Show: Spotlight on Wake Tech Career Services

Michael Eure and student host Jerry Green have an interactive discussion with representatives from Wake Tech Career Services. The episode is part of a partnership series, and the conversation focuses on career exploration, job search success and professional development.

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View Career Fair recording

Maximizing your Career Fair Experience

Learn tips to maximize your participation in career fairs by watching this insightful webinar hosted by Chris O'Riordan-Adjah, head of Wake Tech's Engineering Department, and featuring Ian J. Gibbons, manager of Employer Connections.

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View Vision Board recording

Invest in Your Vision - Career Vision Board Workshop

Learn from Larry Tucker and Sonya Hayes, Wake Tech career coaches, how to create and use a digital career vision board as a daily affirmation of your aspirations and career goals.

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View All Business recording (1)
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I'm All Business!

A panel of successful professionals shed light on careers in business administration, human resources, marketing, project management, entrepreneurship and real estate:

  • Kris Ross, Wake Tech director of benefits
  • Katie Gailes, Wake Tech director of Entrepreneurship Initiatives
  • Abby Saucedo, Coldwell Banker Advantage real estate agent and Wake Tech alumna
  • Damien Perez, North Carolina Project Management Institute vice president of certifications
  • John Andrews, Katadhin president
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View Interview recording

Maximizing Your Interview Follow-Up

Your post-interview follow-up approach is an important and often overlooked step in the hiring process. A strong follow-up can make you stand out above other candidates, further showcase your skills, correct interview missteps and gain valuable feedback.

The panel includes recruitment professionals who have conducted hundreds of interviews and can help you maximize your follow-up approach:

  • Garion Bunn, State Farm Insurance agent
  • Ylenia Sharif, UNC Health senior DEI analyst
  • Lauren Olson, Avenica vice president of growth strategy
  • Kelli Howard, Surveying and Mapping LLC talent acquisition manager
  • Mariah Agsten, SEPI Engineering human resources manager
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View STEAM recording

Career Spotlight: STEAM Professionals

In honor of Women's History Month, it's "The PowHer of STEAM," a career spotlight honoring women in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics. Our guest panelists share their journey, shed light on STEAM careers and empower aspiring STEAM professionals:

  • Dr. Schantel Bouknight, Charlies River Laboratories scientific director
  • Tess Bradford, The Bright Insight Group owner and CEO
  • Kendra Settles, Siemens Industry electrical engineering manager
  • Ellen Edwards Long, Jewels by Elan owner and designer
  • Nicole Mack, Research Triangle Institute statistician
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View Minority Women recording

Empowered Women of Wake Tech: Minority Women Making Change

Women are challenging the norms and pushing boundaries while blazing a path of excellence. Hear stories of initiative, perseverance and resilience from several distinguished women of Wake Tech:

  • Jacinta Almond, Academic Advising director
  • Katie Gailes, Entrepreneurship Initiatives director
  • Kela Farmer, Office of Volunteerism coordinator
  • Michelle Blackmon, Fostering Bright Futures program coordinator
View Wellness recording

Mental Wellness Professionals

Do you have a passion for helping others? Are you interested in a career that makes a difference? Do you need insights into the different career options in the field of human services? Mental wellness professionals from various backgrounds provide insights:

  • Amanda Allen, M.Ed., NCC, LCMHCA - Wake Tech wellness counselor
  • Ashley Bailey, MS, CRC, LCMHCA - North Carolina Central University counselor
  • Thu Washington, LCMHCS, NCC - Washington and Company senior consultant
  • Lyndon Robinson, Ed.D., LCMHC - North Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Service counselor-in-charge
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View Brand recording

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Creating a Resume and Digital Brand that Makes an Impact

Recruitment professionals discuss how to make your resume stand out. From the format to the content, they enlighten you on strategies to get you in the door and impact your chances of getting hired for the job you want. You also learn various methods to build and market your digital footprint.

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