Agenda
Scroll through our agenda to take a quick glance at all the great things we have planned.
Professional Headshots
8:30am – 9:00 am
Check in at Sign-in Table
If you registered to receive a free professional headshot, sign in at the sign-in table. We will be sure to direct you in the right direction. Special thank you to Catalyst Connection and Scott Dietz for providing headshots!
Sign-in & Breakfast
9:00 am – 9:30 am
Main Hall & Dining Room
Be sure to sign in and grab some breakfast before you network with fellow attendees and take your seat! Breakfast is catered by Westmoreland County Community College.
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Provided by Courtney Venick
9:30 am – 9:40 am
Room 2112
Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Investment Board Youth Services Manager Courtney Venick will kick things off and welcome speakers, panelists, partners, and staff to the Experience Works! PLUS Professional Development Day. A few words will additionally be said about the WFWIB and its role in the local area.
The PA CareerLink®: A Brief Panel
Moderated by Shawna Little
9:40 am – 10:00 am
Room 2112
PA CareerLink® Site Administrators Janice Albright, Ted Martin, and Rick O’Domes of the local area’s three PA CareerLink® centers will speak briefly on how this one-stop center can be utilized by all members of the community to find valuable workforce talent and opportunities.
Local Industry Panel
Moderated by Madison Rugh and Caitlyn Slezak
10:00 am – 10:45 am
Room 2112
This panel discussion will feature representatives of key industries from our local area. From these diverse industries, attendees will learn a little bit about each industry, what each industry looks for during the hiring process, their advice for navigating the workforce, and the importance of mentoring.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Presented by Darrell “Coach D” Andrews
11:00 am – 11:45 am
Room 2112
Darrell “Coach D” Andrews will speak on the importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), why it is essential to all organizations, and how organizations and employees can embrace diversity.
Lunch & Open Networking
12:00 pm – 12:45 pm
Dining Room
Grab some lunch and some business cards! This is great opportunity to network with fellow interns and local professionals. Lunch is catered by Westmoreland County Community College.
Breakout Sessions
1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
UTILIZING LINKEDIN
Presented by Michel Conklin
Room 2112
A crash course on how college students and recent graduates can best utilize LinkedIn as a job finding option, self-branding tool, and networking resource.
Interview Preparation
Presented by Diane Metz
Room 2303
From resume development, cover letter creation, salary negotiation, office etiquette, mentorship opportunities, and more. An interview is more than just answering a few questions!
Previous Work Experience Panel
Moderated by Madeline Butina and Christian Stanley
2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
Room 2112
This panel discussion will feature individuals that have previously participated in an internship or work experience program. These four previous participants will share how they utilized their experience to succeed after their participation, their advice for finding fulltime employment, and the importance of mentorships.
Closing Remarks
Provided by Ms. Janet Ward
11:45 am – 12:00 pm
Event Room
Executive Director Janet Ward of the Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Investment Board will conclude the day’s event with a few appreciative words and a message on the impact internship programs have on the community and workforce.
Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Investment Board
Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Investment Board is an equal opportunity employer/program.
Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.