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March 21 – 5:00 to 7:00 pm – U.S. Bank Plaza
Join us for a unique event designed to bridge the gap between nontraditional tech talent and tech companies! MnTech Jumpstart is a community initiative to support the pursuit of careers in tech and provide job seekers with valuable insights and networking opportunities.
At the event, job seekers will receive valuable insights from industry professionals through a career panel discussion and have the opportunity to network with potential employers.
Employers will have access to a diverse pool of talented and motivated individuals seeking entry-level positions in tech and an opportunity to showcase their company’s brand and mission, connect with top talent, build their pipeline of future hires, and increase their brand recognition in the tech community.
For Job Seekers:
- Gain insights from industry professionals through a career panel discussion
- Topics include resume building, interviewing techniques, strategies for staying engaged in a competitive job market, technical assessments, networking tips, and building a strong LinkedIn presence
- Network with employer partners, local tech training programs, and panelists from local tech-driven companies
- Connect with potential employers and make meaningful connections
For Employers:
- Support rising tech talent and connect with motivated individuals seeking entry-level positions
- Showcase your company’s brand and mission to a diverse pool of job seekers
- Build a pipeline of future hires by establishing meaningful connections with talented individuals from the local tech community
Panelists
Nicole Roberts (moderator)
Sr. Managing Consultant
Beacon Hill Staffing
Dave Swenson
VP and Senior Group Application Manager
U.S. Bank
Dee Hampton
Community Outreach Manager
York Solutions – Barriers to Entry
Michael Erickson
Chief Technology Officer
Clinician Nexus
Kayla Heinz
Principal HR Business Partner
CHS, Inc.
Siri Preston
UX Design Instructor
Prime Digital Academy
Carey Paulson
University Relations Recruiter
Travelers
Nicole Roberts (moderator)
Sr. Managing Consultant
Beacon Hill Staffing
Dave Swenson
VP and Senior Group Application Manager
U.S. Bank
Dee Hampton
Community Outreach Manager
York Solutions – Barriers to Entry
Michael Erickson
Chief Technology Officer
Clinician Nexus
Kayla Heinz
Principal HR Business Partner
CHS, Inc.
Siri Preston
UX Design Instructor
Prime Digital Academy
Carey Paulson
University Relations Recruiter
Travelers