Join small group discussions while enjoying a delicious lunch with employers, exhibitors, presenters, and fellow participants around a topic of interest which will be facilitated by seasoned professionals.  You will be able to select from a wide-range of timely and important issues related to career transition and professional development. This will be an excellent opportunity to network with your colleagues, career transition experts and potential employers.  

IN-PERSON SMALL GROUP TOPICS INCLUDE:

• Mentoring for Career Success with Suzy Streeter - AcademyWomen 

• The Implications of Gender Disparities in Public Service and Related Fields with Dr. Bonnie Stabile - Gender & Policy (GAP) Center at GMU Schar School of Policy & Government

• Demystifying the Application Black Hole with Alex Verhulst - Leidos

• How Business Education Can Facilitate Your Successful Transition with James Bogle and Jamie Saure - USC Marshall School of Business Master of Business for Veterans (USC MBV)

• Veterans in Tech with Angela Scott, Michael Perry, Jeff Luer, Richard Gray, and Sienna Echon - Activision Blizzard King

• An Overview of Deloitte with Leah Jones and Brennan O'Boyle - Deloitte

• Opening Your Job Search Aperture with Michelle Mazanec - Los Alamos National Laboratory

• Transitioning into the Consulting Industry: Life in the Private Sector at Accenture Federal Services (AFS) with Delisa Brownley and Mia Holley - Accenture Federal Services

• Special Non-Competitive Direct-Hire Authorities to Appoint Veterans into Federal Government with Chip Lankert - FEMA

• How to Fearlessly Launch a Revolutionary Clothing Brand in the Modern Fashion World with Haley McClain-Hill - Torch Warriorwear

• You and Your Money: Mindful Financial Planning to Create the Life You Love with Alan Biseniecks - First Command

• A Roadmap and Resources for Aspiring Entrepreneurs with Laura Hatcher - Laura Hatcher Photography

• Be Your Own Boss ... Own Your Own Franchise with Tom Solitario - Dream Realizer

• Writing a Federal Resume with Hope White - Hopeful Speaking and Consulting

• The Senior Executive Service (SES) with Daphne Jefferson - Jefferson Consulting

• Radical Self-Care: Mitigating Stress and Living Your Best Life with Elexa Orrange-Allen - LEAP Coaching and Speaking Consultants

• Cultivating a Growth Mindset with Dr. Cherryann Joseph - Maxwell Leadership Certified Team

VIRTUAL SMALL GROUP TOPICS INCLUDE:

• How Business Education Can Facilitate Your Successful Transition with 
•  Women in Law Enforcement with Nicole Palmer - FBI
•  Pushing Past the Fear: Turn Your Obstacles into a Profitable Business Opportunity with Gwendolen Wilder - Impossible to Possible Women
•  LinkedIn Strategies to Execute a Su