This document provides the schedule of events for the 7th Annual Women's Entrepreneurial Summit on March 21, 2015 at Drury University. The day-long event will feature presentations from several local business owners and professionals on topics related to partnerships, social media, and mixing friendship and business. A networking breakfast and lunch will be provided along with opportunities to visit exhibitor booths. The goal is to empower and support female entrepreneurs.
The University Club of Orlando is a private club founded in 1926 that has experienced declining membership and revenues in recent years. It is located in downtown Orlando and focuses on philanthropic activities like educational scholarships. While the club was traditionally only for white males, it now has a more diverse membership since changing laws in the 1990s prohibited exclusionary practices. The club aims to provide meaningful connections and opportunities for professional and career success through networking and events. However, it faces challenges in adapting to societal trends toward less rigid traditions and a more casual environment.
Final version of organizational profile Mariah Fisher
Young Girls United is a non-profit organization located in Philadelphia that aims to help girls ages 12-18 build self-esteem and become role models. It provides monthly inspirational speakers and encourages community service. The organization is seeking to expand its social media presence and advertising to become better known and grow. It has hired me, a public relations associate, to help spread the word about Young Girls United through events, press releases, and other outreach.
Katie Massey outlines her personal and business goals for 2015-2018 as a real estate agent with Max Broock Realators. Her goals are to create her own brand and grow her business through online and offline marketing, referrals, and prospecting. She aims to develop trusting relationships with clients and help people achieve their goals through a positive home buying or selling experience. Massey also wants to prioritize spending quality time with her family, friends, and children over this period.
The document summarizes Excellence in Giving's philanthropic advisory services for high-net-worth individuals and families. It outlines their process which includes discovery of clients' philanthropic passions and values, evaluation of nonprofits, participation in grant-making, and celebration of impacts. It then describes their basic "Giving Advisor" service which provides meetings, evaluations, experience of impacts, and grant administration for $25,000-50,000 annually. It also outlines an enhanced "Full-Service Philanthropy Advisor" service for $50,000-90,000 which adds family meetings, next generation training, gift optimization, and special projects.
The document discusses the importance of establishing a "culture of philanthropy" within an organization in order to consistently meet fundraising goals. It states that this culture means every individual, from janitors to board presidents, understands their role in fundraising and treats donors, clients, and community members with care. It also provides characteristics of organizations that have successfully established this culture, including boards that take responsibility for fundraising and CEOs that communicate the importance of philanthropy.
The 6th Annual Women's Entrepreneurial Summit was held on February 8, 2014 at Drury University's O'Reilly Family Event Center. The full-day event featured keynote speakers and breakout sessions on topics related to entrepreneurship and business. Over 200 attendees heard from local business owners and resource providers on topics such as managing family businesses, harnessing change, and accessing local support resources. The event was presented by the Edward Jones Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Drury University.
This document provides the schedule of events for the 7th Annual Women's Entrepreneurial Summit on March 21, 2015 at Drury University. The day-long event will feature presentations from several local business owners and professionals on topics related to partnerships, social media, and mixing friendship and business. A networking breakfast and lunch will be provided along with opportunities to visit exhibitor booths. The goal is to empower and support female entrepreneurs.
The University Club of Orlando is a private club founded in 1926 that has experienced declining membership and revenues in recent years. It is located in downtown Orlando and focuses on philanthropic activities like educational scholarships. While the club was traditionally only for white males, it now has a more diverse membership since changing laws in the 1990s prohibited exclusionary practices. The club aims to provide meaningful connections and opportunities for professional and career success through networking and events. However, it faces challenges in adapting to societal trends toward less rigid traditions and a more casual environment.
Final version of organizational profile Mariah Fisher
Young Girls United is a non-profit organization located in Philadelphia that aims to help girls ages 12-18 build self-esteem and become role models. It provides monthly inspirational speakers and encourages community service. The organization is seeking to expand its social media presence and advertising to become better known and grow. It has hired me, a public relations associate, to help spread the word about Young Girls United through events, press releases, and other outreach.
Katie Massey outlines her personal and business goals for 2015-2018 as a real estate agent with Max Broock Realators. Her goals are to create her own brand and grow her business through online and offline marketing, referrals, and prospecting. She aims to develop trusting relationships with clients and help people achieve their goals through a positive home buying or selling experience. Massey also wants to prioritize spending quality time with her family, friends, and children over this period.
The document summarizes Excellence in Giving's philanthropic advisory services for high-net-worth individuals and families. It outlines their process which includes discovery of clients' philanthropic passions and values, evaluation of nonprofits, participation in grant-making, and celebration of impacts. It then describes their basic "Giving Advisor" service which provides meetings, evaluations, experience of impacts, and grant administration for $25,000-50,000 annually. It also outlines an enhanced "Full-Service Philanthropy Advisor" service for $50,000-90,000 which adds family meetings, next generation training, gift optimization, and special projects.
The document discusses the importance of establishing a "culture of philanthropy" within an organization in order to consistently meet fundraising goals. It states that this culture means every individual, from janitors to board presidents, understands their role in fundraising and treats donors, clients, and community members with care. It also provides characteristics of organizations that have successfully established this culture, including boards that take responsibility for fundraising and CEOs that communicate the importance of philanthropy.
The 6th Annual Women's Entrepreneurial Summit was held on February 8, 2014 at Drury University's O'Reilly Family Event Center. The full-day event featured keynote speakers and breakout sessions on topics related to entrepreneurship and business. Over 200 attendees heard from local business owners and resource providers on topics such as managing family businesses, harnessing change, and accessing local support resources. The event was presented by the Edward Jones Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Drury University.
The Intersection of Faith and Economics: How Are We Living Our Lives?The Workforce Show
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Inviting Visitors and Generating Referrals is core to any BNI Chapter. This presentation explains with the help of a live example how we can leverage LinkedIn for BNI.
Camille Reed created a personal brand exploration document to outline her goals of pursuing a career in digital marketing for Live Nation. She grew up in Detroit and is currently studying digital marketing at Full Sail University. Her goals are to secure an entry-level marketing position at Live Nation immediately after graduation in 2021 and work her way up to Acting Chief Marketing Officer by 2041. She outlines her skills, experience, education, and professional development activities to showcase how she will achieve these career goals in digital marketing for the music and entertainment industry.
The document discusses Sean Murray's term project on the First Tee of Miami. It provides background on the First Tee's work with Special Olympics and junior golf leagues. It also describes the author's history of involvement through his university golf team and helping with Special Olympics. Fundraising efforts like an annual donation goal and events are mentioned, as well as limited marketing through word of mouth. Basic donor tracking through a website is discussed. The profile of Mike Stern, a head golf professional and long-time coach with the First Tee, is also included.
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We’re all looking to meet our “special someone(s)”— that audience segment who believes in our advocacy goals and is willing to take action on our behalf.
Yet, with the rise of social media and technology, there are more ways than ever to connect with your audiences online. Here is how to build a content strategy and meet people where they are:
-- Own Who You Are
-- Dress For Success
-- Make Every Interaction Count
Bob Carter discusses the importance of creating a culture of philanthropy, particularly in Brazil. He argues that while US and Canadian fundraising practices are advanced, charities there have been slow to innovate, and they can learn from countries like Brazil. The key difference between the US and Brazil is that fundraising is viewed as an integral part of achieving community impact in the US, through a culture of philanthropy developed over centuries. For Latin America to strengthen philanthropy, fundraising must be seen as a natural part of community life through culture building within organizations and society.
Kelly Ruffer has been an enthusiastic and involved member of the Hospitality and Tourism Management Club at Grand Valley State University for her entire undergraduate career. She has held leadership positions on the executive boards for several HTM clubs, including serving as co-president for the Professional Convention Management Association. Ruffer believes she is qualified for the Hospitality and Tourism Management Clubs Scholarship based on her passion and commitment to the clubs, leadership experience, and being among the first members of some clubs during their founding at GVSU. If selected for the scholarship, she would use the funds to help pay off student loans in order to begin her career working at the JW Marriott hotel in Houston.
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The Career Champions program run by the Mansfield Learning Partnership allows businesses to pledge support for young people's employability skills. By becoming a Career Champion, businesses commit to activities like work experience, master classes, or mentoring. This benefits both young people by developing their skills and confidence, and businesses by raising their community profile and finding local talent. Nearly 50 businesses have already pledged support through activities like master classes, work experience, and sponsoring students to career events. The Career Champions program has been successful in bridging the gap between local schools and businesses.
Marki Lemons-Ryhal provides social media education and social media training resources to help organizations train their staff. This will increase sales and reduce their spending on traditional marketing while leveraging the cost effective tool of social media and inbound marketing. All social media courses address any recent changes and new tools as they occur in real time.
If you would like to learn more about how you could book social media speaker Marki Lemons-Ryhal, click the following link: http://about.me/MarkiLemons .
The document summarizes a resource development meeting to discuss goals and objectives for collaborative fundraising efforts. The goals are to raise more funds, respect donors, promote organizational unity, effectively communicate with donors, strategically plan solicitations, and exhibit Christian ethics. It provides policies around affiliate fundraising territories and donor relationships. It also outlines strategies for identifying and cultivating major donors, including gathering background information on donors and keeping fundraising efforts organized through various phases.
A Strategic Communications Campaign_BFKS_MorrisseyOlivia Morrissey
This document provides an overview and introduction for a strategic communications campaign created by Olivia Morrissey for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia. The campaign aimed to increase fundraising, awareness and participation for the organization's annual Bowl For Kids' Sake event in order to help stabilize its funding. Morrissey conducted research among Bigs and staff to understand motivations and barriers for event involvement. She then developed goals, strategies and tactics to encourage participation through targeted messaging using various communication channels. Evaluation after implementation would assess if the campaign met its objectives of gaining more match and staff involvement in BFKS 2015.
Aidan Ryan is pursuing a career in sports marketing and provides his personal brand exploration document which outlines his background, skills, goals, and plan to improve his professional development and online presence in order to become a sports marketer or content creator for the New York Mets. He compares himself to two competitors in his field and details his strategy to promote his personal brand through attendance at marketing conferences and participation in running events.
Jesse Parada is exploring their personal brand as they study Sports Marketing and Media. Their goal is to market soccer in the US and Europe in a fun, interesting, and innovative way while treating everyone equally. They want to gain experience in advertising, marketing, and promotions roles related to sports. Parada outlines their credentials, skills, short term goals of interning, mid term goals of networking, and long term goal of working on a World Cup marketing campaign.
Eric Encarnacion is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Sports Marketing and Media and a Master's degree in Sports Management. He has a passion for sports from a young age and wants to work for a professional sports franchise. His personal brand focuses on caring for athletes as people to help them become their best. Some of his goals include working for the Houston Dynamo or Texans after graduation and transitioning to a front office role within 5 years with his Master's degree. He outlines his skills, competition in his field, and plan to network with professionals in the industry.
Eleni Finefeuiaki has created a personal brand exploration document that outlines her background and experience, as well as her goals for working as a marketing strategist in the sports industry. She identifies potential job titles, such as marketing specialist and media manager. Eleni also provides details on her target audiences who work in sports organizations, and outlines outreach plans to connect with them. Goals, skills, credentials, and a professional development plan are included to support her brand positioning as a marketing strategist focused on authenticity, diversity, and creativity.
This powerpoint depicts the path that I am striving to achieve after receiving both my Bachelors in Sports Marketing and Media and my Masters in Sports Management. Through hardwork and commitment, I will make these goals a reality.
Personal Brand Exploration * Patrick koiyanPatrickKoiyan
This document provides an overview of Patrick Koiyan's personal brand exploration project. Some key points:
- Patrick was born and raised in Liberia and immigrated to the US at age 13. He now lives in the US with his two daughters.
- His goals are to get an internship or entry-level position at Creative Artist Agency and eventually become a top sports agent there.
- He is completing his sports marketing and media degree from Full Sail University and developing skills in areas like negotiation, active listening and CRM software.
- Patrick aims to help upcoming stars by motivating them and making their dreams come true as a sports agent.
The Intersection of Faith and Economics: How Are We Living Our Lives?The Workforce Show
The Reverend Brian Hamilton co-pastor of Westminster Presbyterian church shares his feelings about the state of our economy and how it reflects the values of our country
Conversation with a pastor of a small liberal church in Washington, DC on how he interprets the bible's teaching on wealth, capitalism and individual responsibility.
Inviting Visitors and Generating Referrals is core to any BNI Chapter. This presentation explains with the help of a live example how we can leverage LinkedIn for BNI.
Camille Reed created a personal brand exploration document to outline her goals of pursuing a career in digital marketing for Live Nation. She grew up in Detroit and is currently studying digital marketing at Full Sail University. Her goals are to secure an entry-level marketing position at Live Nation immediately after graduation in 2021 and work her way up to Acting Chief Marketing Officer by 2041. She outlines her skills, experience, education, and professional development activities to showcase how she will achieve these career goals in digital marketing for the music and entertainment industry.
The document discusses Sean Murray's term project on the First Tee of Miami. It provides background on the First Tee's work with Special Olympics and junior golf leagues. It also describes the author's history of involvement through his university golf team and helping with Special Olympics. Fundraising efforts like an annual donation goal and events are mentioned, as well as limited marketing through word of mouth. Basic donor tracking through a website is discussed. The profile of Mike Stern, a head golf professional and long-time coach with the First Tee, is also included.
Equip and encourage your members to invite their friendsCausely
Marketing is a tricky thing for churches. You don't want people to feel marketed to, but at the same time you want to grow your church. We explain how you can increase your members by building a community through friend to friend referrals.
In my public relations case studies and campaigns course I worked with a group to create a public relations plan for CPE to improve their internal relations.
We’re all looking to meet our “special someone(s)”— that audience segment who believes in our advocacy goals and is willing to take action on our behalf.
Yet, with the rise of social media and technology, there are more ways than ever to connect with your audiences online. Here is how to build a content strategy and meet people where they are:
-- Own Who You Are
-- Dress For Success
-- Make Every Interaction Count
Bob Carter discusses the importance of creating a culture of philanthropy, particularly in Brazil. He argues that while US and Canadian fundraising practices are advanced, charities there have been slow to innovate, and they can learn from countries like Brazil. The key difference between the US and Brazil is that fundraising is viewed as an integral part of achieving community impact in the US, through a culture of philanthropy developed over centuries. For Latin America to strengthen philanthropy, fundraising must be seen as a natural part of community life through culture building within organizations and society.
Kelly Ruffer has been an enthusiastic and involved member of the Hospitality and Tourism Management Club at Grand Valley State University for her entire undergraduate career. She has held leadership positions on the executive boards for several HTM clubs, including serving as co-president for the Professional Convention Management Association. Ruffer believes she is qualified for the Hospitality and Tourism Management Clubs Scholarship based on her passion and commitment to the clubs, leadership experience, and being among the first members of some clubs during their founding at GVSU. If selected for the scholarship, she would use the funds to help pay off student loans in order to begin her career working at the JW Marriott hotel in Houston.
Major Donor Stewardship – Strategies That Build Lasting Relationships With Yo...Bloomerang
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Valerie Harris will focus on what is required when you commit to attracting and maintaining major donors, understanding how major donors think, and how to optimize your communications for this important donor segment.
The Career Champions program run by the Mansfield Learning Partnership allows businesses to pledge support for young people's employability skills. By becoming a Career Champion, businesses commit to activities like work experience, master classes, or mentoring. This benefits both young people by developing their skills and confidence, and businesses by raising their community profile and finding local talent. Nearly 50 businesses have already pledged support through activities like master classes, work experience, and sponsoring students to career events. The Career Champions program has been successful in bridging the gap between local schools and businesses.
Marki Lemons-Ryhal provides social media education and social media training resources to help organizations train their staff. This will increase sales and reduce their spending on traditional marketing while leveraging the cost effective tool of social media and inbound marketing. All social media courses address any recent changes and new tools as they occur in real time.
If you would like to learn more about how you could book social media speaker Marki Lemons-Ryhal, click the following link: http://about.me/MarkiLemons .
The document summarizes a resource development meeting to discuss goals and objectives for collaborative fundraising efforts. The goals are to raise more funds, respect donors, promote organizational unity, effectively communicate with donors, strategically plan solicitations, and exhibit Christian ethics. It provides policies around affiliate fundraising territories and donor relationships. It also outlines strategies for identifying and cultivating major donors, including gathering background information on donors and keeping fundraising efforts organized through various phases.
A Strategic Communications Campaign_BFKS_MorrisseyOlivia Morrissey
This document provides an overview and introduction for a strategic communications campaign created by Olivia Morrissey for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia. The campaign aimed to increase fundraising, awareness and participation for the organization's annual Bowl For Kids' Sake event in order to help stabilize its funding. Morrissey conducted research among Bigs and staff to understand motivations and barriers for event involvement. She then developed goals, strategies and tactics to encourage participation through targeted messaging using various communication channels. Evaluation after implementation would assess if the campaign met its objectives of gaining more match and staff involvement in BFKS 2015.
Aidan Ryan is pursuing a career in sports marketing and provides his personal brand exploration document which outlines his background, skills, goals, and plan to improve his professional development and online presence in order to become a sports marketer or content creator for the New York Mets. He compares himself to two competitors in his field and details his strategy to promote his personal brand through attendance at marketing conferences and participation in running events.
Jesse Parada is exploring their personal brand as they study Sports Marketing and Media. Their goal is to market soccer in the US and Europe in a fun, interesting, and innovative way while treating everyone equally. They want to gain experience in advertising, marketing, and promotions roles related to sports. Parada outlines their credentials, skills, short term goals of interning, mid term goals of networking, and long term goal of working on a World Cup marketing campaign.
Eric Encarnacion is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Sports Marketing and Media and a Master's degree in Sports Management. He has a passion for sports from a young age and wants to work for a professional sports franchise. His personal brand focuses on caring for athletes as people to help them become their best. Some of his goals include working for the Houston Dynamo or Texans after graduation and transitioning to a front office role within 5 years with his Master's degree. He outlines his skills, competition in his field, and plan to network with professionals in the industry.
Eleni Finefeuiaki has created a personal brand exploration document that outlines her background and experience, as well as her goals for working as a marketing strategist in the sports industry. She identifies potential job titles, such as marketing specialist and media manager. Eleni also provides details on her target audiences who work in sports organizations, and outlines outreach plans to connect with them. Goals, skills, credentials, and a professional development plan are included to support her brand positioning as a marketing strategist focused on authenticity, diversity, and creativity.
This powerpoint depicts the path that I am striving to achieve after receiving both my Bachelors in Sports Marketing and Media and my Masters in Sports Management. Through hardwork and commitment, I will make these goals a reality.
Personal Brand Exploration * Patrick koiyanPatrickKoiyan
This document provides an overview of Patrick Koiyan's personal brand exploration project. Some key points:
- Patrick was born and raised in Liberia and immigrated to the US at age 13. He now lives in the US with his two daughters.
- His goals are to get an internship or entry-level position at Creative Artist Agency and eventually become a top sports agent there.
- He is completing his sports marketing and media degree from Full Sail University and developing skills in areas like negotiation, active listening and CRM software.
- Patrick aims to help upcoming stars by motivating them and making their dreams come true as a sports agent.
Destiny Reynolds is pursuing a degree in music business at Full Sail University with the goal of owning a highly respected record label. She has over 10 years of experience in the entertainment industry, having worked as an artist manager, tour coordinator, and project manager. Reynolds aspires to help artists and brands develop their creative talents and achieve their dreams through strategic coaching. Her passion comes from being able to envision dreams that others cannot see and make them a reality.
The presentation provides an insightful look at my goals and professional identity. It emphasizes how crucial it is for me to communicate my goals and aspirations, creating relationships with people who share those interests. I've been inspired to update my LinkedIn profile to reflect the fact that my professional journey began with my academic endeavors.
This document provides details about Kaleb Cantrell's personal brand and career goals. It summarizes his identity as a student at Full Sail University who is hardworking and dedicated. His professional interests include marketing manager, statistician, and general manager. His target audience is teenage males in major cities interested in sports. His career goals are to work in sports marketing for favorite teams and become a VP of sports marketing or general manager. The document provides an analysis of his skills and promises to listen to organizational direction to determine solutions. It includes credentials, brand position, networking plans, and an elevator pitch.
This document provides details about Kaleb Cantrell's personal brand and career goals. It summarizes his identity as a student at Full Sail University who is hardworking and dedicated. His professional interests include marketing manager, statistician, and general manager. His target audience is teenage males in major cities interested in sports. His career goals are to work in sports marketing for favorite teams and eventually become a general manager. The document provides analysis of his skills and promises to listen to organizational direction to find solutions. It includes credentials, brand position, networking plans, and an elevator pitch.
Larisse Hogans is developing a personal brand to represent herself as a responsible, passionate, and driven professional in sports marketing and public relations. Her brand utilizes symbols of unity and being well-rounded. Her career goals are to earn an MBA, work as a marketing research analyst for 5-10 years, and become a notable sports agent with 3 clients by 2034. She will pursue internships and networking opportunities to gain experience in the sports industry.
Personal Brand Exploration - Sharon Moody SharonMoody7
This document outlines Sharon Moody's personal brand exploration project for becoming a sports marketing and media manager. She has over 12 years of experience as a supervisor and manager. Her goals are to be hired by the WWE, MLB, or NBA within 3 months of graduation and build her professional network on LinkedIn and followers on Instagram. She will focus on using social media, attending industry events, and networking with contacts to promote herself and develop skills needed for a career in sports marketing.
Ramon Velazquez wants to work in the sports industry on the East Coast, particularly in sports broadcasting, management, marketing, coaching or as an agent. He aims to develop his personal brand through creating engaging content, building social media presence, and attending industry events. Ramon recognizes the need to continuously learn and improve his skills in areas like photography, social media management, and public speaking in order to compete effectively and reach his career goals within the competitive sports media field.
Aariana Umaña has created a personal brand exploration document outlining her background, skills, goals and plan to work in the entertainment industry. She was born in New York but moved to Florida to pursue better opportunities. Her goal is to help clients and organizations reach their full potential through fun and exciting strategies as she has a history of optimism. In the short term, she aims to get an entry level job in entertainment and build her network to over 500 connections. Her long term goal is to be a CEO of her own business. She will attend industry events, use social media for digital marketing and continue developing her skills through education and mentoring.
Janaya Urrutia created a personal brand exploration document to become a successful broadcaster in sports/entertainment. She has experience in the airline and entertainment industries which helped her develop creativity, open-mindedness, and ambition. Her goals are to connect with industry professionals, complete her bachelor's degree, grow her network and skills, and become financially independent by being her own boss and mentoring others in the field. She outlines her experience, skills, competitors, and plan to market herself through events, organizations, and digital content to build her brand.
Uriah Golding is a sports marketing student who created a personal brand focused on becoming an event coordinator. He attends Full Sail University and hopes to graduate in 2020 with a degree in sports marketing. His goals are to gain experience through internships and eventually work for NBC Sports in California managing events. He analyzes his skills and compares himself to competitors on LinkedIn to improve his personal brand and online presence.
Winter Noelle provides coaching, mentoring, and digital marketing services to new entrepreneurs to help them curate, create, and cultivate growing businesses aligned with joy. Her services aim to save clients time in executing their vision and growing their business in a customized way. She is currently pursuing an Entertainment Business degree with an expected graduation date of 2024 and seeks to gain experience in ecommerce and product development through mentorship. Her goals are to continue starting, growing, and selling businesses while teaching entrepreneurship through her organization ICCON Youth Society.
Personal Brand Exploration Chante' MoorechanteMoore
Chante' Moore is a student studying entertainment business who wants to help artists achieve their dreams through career management and event planning. She has experience volunteering in her community and helping her sister launch a successful YouTube channel. Moore's short term goal is to get an entry-level event planning position at Interscope Records after graduation. Her long term aspiration is to lead an artist management division at Interscope and sign highly successful artists. Moore believes her passion for helping others follow their dreams will help her excel in the entertainment industry.
In the intricate tapestry of life, connections serve as the vibrant threads that weave together opportunities, experiences, and growth. Whether in personal or professional spheres, the ability to forge meaningful connections opens doors to a multitude of possibilities, propelling individuals toward success and fulfillment.
Eirini is an HR professional with strong passion for technology and semiconductors industry in particular. She started her career as a software recruiter in 2012, and developed an interest for business development, talent enablement and innovation which later got her setting up the concept of Software Community Management in ASML, and to Developer Relations today. She holds a bachelor degree in Lifelong Learning and an MBA specialised in Strategic Human Resources Management. She is a world citizen, having grown up in Greece, she studied and kickstarted her career in The Netherlands and can currently be found in Santa Clara, CA.
We recently hosted the much-anticipated Community Skill Builders Workshop during our June online meeting. This event was a culmination of six months of listening to your feedback and crafting solutions to better support your PMI journey. Here’s a look back at what happened and the exciting developments that emerged from our collaborative efforts.
A Gathering of Minds
We were thrilled to see a diverse group of attendees, including local certified PMI trainers and both new and experienced members eager to contribute their perspectives. The workshop was structured into three dynamic discussion sessions, each led by our dedicated membership advocates.
Key Takeaways and Future Directions
The insights and feedback gathered from these discussions were invaluable. Here are some of the key takeaways and the steps we are taking to address them:
• Enhanced Resource Accessibility: We are working on a new, user-friendly resource page that will make it easier for members to access training materials and real-world application guides.
• Structured Mentorship Program: Plans are underway to launch a mentorship program that will connect members with experienced professionals for guidance and support.
• Increased Networking Opportunities: Expect to see more frequent and varied networking events, both virtual and in-person, to help you build connections and foster a sense of community.
Moving Forward
We are committed to turning your feedback into actionable solutions that enhance your PMI journey. This workshop was just the beginning. By actively participating and sharing your experiences, you have helped shape the future of our Chapter’s offerings.
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the success of the Community Skill Builders Workshop. Your engagement and enthusiasm are what make our Chapter strong and vibrant. Stay tuned for updates on the new initiatives and opportunities to get involved. Together, we are building a community that supports and empowers each other on our PMI journeys.
Stay connected, stay engaged, and let’s continue to grow together!
About PMI Silver Spring Chapter
We are a branch of the Project Management Institute. We offer a platform for project management professionals in Silver Spring, MD, and the DC/Baltimore metro area. Monthly meetings facilitate networking, knowledge sharing, and professional development. For more, visit pmissc.org.
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Joyce M Sullivan, Founder & CEO of SocMediaFin, Inc. shares her "Five Questions - The Story of You", "Reflections - What Matters to You?" and "The Three Circle Exercise" to guide those evaluating what their next move may be in their careers.
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This webinar is an in-depth review of the interview process. Preparation is a key element to acing an interview. Learn the best approaches from the initial phone screen to the face-to-face meeting with the hiring manager. You will hear great answers to several standard questions, including the dreaded “Tell Me About Yourself”.
Success is often not achievable without facing and overcoming obstacles along the way. To reach our goals and achieve success, it is important to understand and resolve the obstacles that come in our way.
In this article, we will discuss the various obstacles that hinder success, strategies to overcome them, and examples of individuals who have successfully surmounted their obstacles.
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2. Since 2019 Kiara has been studying
Entertainment Business at Full Sail
University with the aim to work for a
Sports Management Agency. Kiara
found her love for sports when her
mom introduced her to the game of
basketball at the young age of five. At
the age of seven, Kiara was
introduced to the piano and slowly
found her love for music. She is a
member of Black Student Union,
Sports Business Leadership
Association, and Pride organization.
Kiara works for the New Orleans
Hippies as a defensive coordinator,
which is a professional women’s
football team.
WHO IS KIARA?
3. My Future in the
Sports & Entertainment Industry
ATHLETE
MANAGEMENT
EVENT PLANNING
COORDINATOR
PUBLIC RELATIONS
MANAGER
I approach my work differently than others because
I am a hero and a caregiver. As a hero I want to
inspire for the people around me to overcome
challenges and that the rewards are much greater
who you put in handwork and discipline. As a
caregiver I will put their needs and wants before
mine, while making them feel safe, supported, and
recognized in their pursuits.
4. My Future Audience
Norma Robles-Gonzalez,
Human Resources Director
at Hilton
Recruiting and Hiring
Managers at Selective
Sports Group
Prospective High
School & NCAA College
Athletes
The demographics for
Hilton recruiters in the
Houston area are mostly
women in their 40s to
50s. Their education
would include Bachelor
degrees from different
universities majoring in
Business Management.
Their interest includes
bettering their education
and knowledge to
provide a better work
experience.
The demographics for
SSG recruiters in the
Houston area are mostly
men in their 40s to 50s.
Their education would
include Master degrees
from different
universities majoring in
Sports Management.
Their interest includes
professional sport teams,
sport publications, high
school and college
athletes.
The demographics for
prospective high school
and college athletes in
the Houston area are
men and women ranging
from the age of 18 to 25.
Their education would
High School Diplomas
and some college. Their
interest includes
professional sport teams,
colleges, endorsements,
and training
development.
5. My Career Goals
Immediately Following
After Graduation
5 to 10 Years After
Graduation
15 to 20 Years After
Graduation
After graduation my main
career goal is to continue to
grow my personal brand by
developing content and
networking on my social
media platforms. I want to
grow my Linkedin
connections and have at least
100 connections and I want to
grow my Twitter following
and have at least 1,500
followers by December 2020.
Five to ten years after I’ve
graduated I want to be a
Sports Agent or an Event
Coordinator. I plan on
achieving either one of the
goals by building my personal
brand within a company so
they see my value and worth.
I also want to establish two to
three client relationships that
will flourish once I hit my ten
years into the industry.
Once I’ve been in my industry
for fifteen to twenty years I
will have my own agency. My
agency will offer contract
negotiations, marketing and
brand development,
community relations,
conditioning and training,
financial and legal services,
and post-career planning. I
want to have at 10 agents
servicing at least 30 clients.
6. Skills I Have to
Offer
Skills Required in
My Trade
60%80%
90% 95%
30% 30%
80% 65%
7. MY PROMISE TO YOU
I use my passion and values to provide the best
services and experiences that will always leave
you feeling like you’re on top of the world.
8. My Credentials
ProjectsCertifications
Education
• Negotiations
• Social Media Marketing
• Consulting
• Popular Culture & Me
• Movie Location
• Exploring Big Data
• Entertainment Business B.S. - 2021
• Public Relations - 2020
• Contracting for Creatives - 2020
9. My Future Competition
Alum Terrence Mills
• Terrence holds Bachelor degrees in Entertainment Business, Finance
and Financial Management Services and Business Administration
• Terrence is currently the manager of Royal T Management which
caters to artist and project management and brand development
• Terrence contributes back to his community by volunteering for at-
risk youth, wounded warriors, and giving out gifts during Christmas
• Terrence has a range of skills from artist relations and development
to music production, social media, branding and identity, and
blogging
• Terrence has an active online presence on Facebook and Linkedin,
his pages are consistent with each other
10. My Future Competition
Sports Agent Miya Ball
• Miya holds a Bachelor’s of Education with a concentration in
Business, she also has a Master’s in Sports Management and Policy
• Miya is a sports agent for Creative Artists Agency with her focus
being on football clients
• Miya volunteers for Hands on Atlanta, restoring Greater Atlanta
areas and Habitat for Humanity, repairing old homes
• Miya has a range of skills from customer service, team leadership,
social networking, and research and recruiting
• Miya has an active online presence on Facebook, Linkedin, and
Twitter
11. Where Do I Stand
Against My Competition?
As I continue to learn and gain experience my
footprint in this industry will become even more
distinctive. Determination, motivation, and strength
are all characteristics that I hold dearly and made me
into the person I am today. I fight hard for anything I
want and that translates into my work life. I don’t
waver against competition, it makes me a better
person. Allow me the opportunity to show you how
my skills and experience will translate into everyday
work life that will change the lives of others.
12. Networking
Over the next two years I will attend the Football
Career Conference during the NFL Combine February
27, 2020 in Indianapolis, Basketball Career Conference
July 5, 2020 in Las Vegas, and join the National
Association of Sports Agents and Athlete
Representatives.
Marketing
On a regular basis I plan on producing and publishing
content that pertains to the current happenings in
sports and things that affect all of our lives. To publish
this content I plan on using my blog on my personal
portfolio and my twitter account. I will use this to push
my personal brand to become more known through the
sports industry.
13. Professional Development
Even though I am at the beginning of my
professional career, the development process is the
most critical part into becoming a successful Sports
Agent. As I continue through my degree I plan on
interning with Select Sports Group to develop my
marketing and client service skills. Through this
internship I will learn how to plan and execute
marketing campaigns and assist agents and public
relations staff with projects.
I learn best being on the job and seeing what it takes
to become the best. I want to work under the best
mentors, so my development can lead to helping me
accomplish the goals I set out for myself.
14. My Pitch to You
“As social media continues to advance and take over the
sports industry, I manage student-athletes social media pages
to make them more discoverable to future scouts and
professional sports teams. In fact, I managed two of my clients
recently and their page follows and mentions increased from
monthly to daily.”
-Kiara Douglas
15. References
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Conferences: Sports Management Worldwide. (n.d.). Retrieved from
https://www.sportsmanagementworldwide.com/conferences
Miya Ball. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.linkedin.com/in/miyaball/
Norma Robles-Gonzalez. (n.d.). Retrieved from
https://www.linkedin.com/in/norma-robles-gonzalez-phr-shrm-cp-a78ab943/
Select Sports Group - Join Our Team. (2017, October 25). Retrieved from http://ssgfootball.com/
join-our-team
Terrence Mills. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.linkedin.com/in/royaltmills/