This year’s Mid-Michigan Talent Connection was held on Sept. 11, and while it is in its 5th year, it’s the first since its rebranding. The networking event used to be called “Pinkslip” but due to the negative connotation it was changed. “We wanted to give it a name that said what it is,” says Amanda Dumond, Director of Talent Initiatives at Prima Civitas.
Dumond says there are a lot of employers, small and large that are struggling with filling positions, and a lot of people looking for jobs. The problem arises when many job seekers can’t get past the electronic systems many companies use for employment. To solve that, Dumond says, “We wanted to have a face to face format that didn’t rely on electronic systems.”
The event offered more than simple networking opportunities. Job seekers learned how to craft a resume, present themselves, follow up after an interview, change their job search strategy and more. The most powerful event, according to Dumond, was the Ask a Recruiter Panel. “There was a lot of back and forth dialogue.”
Another unique aspect was the fact that the event was organized by interns working with the MEDC’s Michigan Shifting Gears program. At the end of the day, many employers were interested in gathering their information.
The event brought in talent from across the state.
Source: Amanda Dumond, Director, Talent Initiatives, Prima Civitas
Author: Allison Monroe, Innovation News Editor
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