Upcoming networking opportunities and events you should know about
- Tuesday, May 12, Soho Publishing presents Naked Biz Growth, a full day social media seminar series sponsored by Spreenkler from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Bucketworks, 1340 N. 6th St., Milwaukee. The event will feature a keynote presentation by Brian Kalma, vice president of user experience and web strategy at ZAPPOS (zappos.com). The seminar is designed to guide growing businesses, marketing, PR, and advertising professionals, corporate and personal branders through the social media landscape. The cost to attend is $55 and will include lunch and six additional presentations from local social media professionals.
- Wednesday, May 13, Manpower Professional presents a Webinar presentation from 11 a.m. to 12 noon, entitled ‘How IT professionals use social media in the workplace.’ Learn tips from presenter George Krautzel, co-founder and president of Toolbox.com, which provides guidance and leadership for an innovative online IT community of over 1.4 million global members. To register for the webinar visit www.manpowerprofessional.com/webinar.
- Tuesday, May 19, YP Impact Networking After 5 from 6-9 p.m. at Habaneros Mexican Kitchen, 369 N. Mayfair Road, Wauwatosa. Complimentary appetizers, cash bar and tequila cantina. Network and socialize with other local area young professionals. Email YP at contact@ypimpact with questions or visit www.ypimpact.org for more information.
- Thursday, May 28, Milwaukee-based Group II, Phelps Research Services, the Big Shoes Network, and Brookdale Senior Living presents “How to get a HOT job in a COLD market.” The class is dedicated to educating candidates on how to better utilize their time and resources to find a fulfilling job that meets their specific skill set. Corporate/agency recruiters in the Milwaukee area, Kevin Schulhof, Brooke Stoll, and Michael Phelps, share recruiting and resume myths, and present solid tactics and strategies on interviewing and also show how LinkedIn can help people get their dream job faster. Register before Friday, May 8 to take advantage of early bird discount code. Register at http://hotjobcoldmarket.eventbrite.com
