Pyramid Club | 1735 Market Street | Philadelphia | Directions

  6:00 P.M.

Did you know an estimated 70 percent of all jobs are found through networking? That means it’s a more effective method of finding new employment than all others combined. Networking is also important for career development to help keep you connected with colleagues and to stay on top with what’s happening in your industry.

But the process of networking is changing dramatically.

It’s getting powercharged online where platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter are connecting people and opening doors like never before.  Recruiters and HR professionals now use social networking to find ideal job candidates. Companies are posting job openings on these sites.

Which platforms will work for your purposes? How do you present yourself? What are the best practices for each of the different sites? How can you find and get in touch with recruiters through social networking? Our two presenters Margit Detweiler and Deni Kasrel will offer insights and advice on how to leverage the power of social networking for your job search and career development. 

About out Speakers:

Margit Detweiler is an editorial director and online media strategist. With a unique blend of creative, editorial, business and technical skills, she’s created world-class multimedia publications, products and sites.

Margit started her online life in 1999, spending seven years at AOL where she developed world-class channels for AOL City Guide, Living, Diet and Health. After AOL, Margit worked as the Executive Editor for EverydayHealth.com, then Editorial Director for RealSimple.com.  Through her decade of online experience, she’s developed a strong, hands-on understanding of original online content, video, blogs, design, navigation, usability and social media.

She now runs her own consulting company, gyrate media, which advises media business on digital content strategy, creative development and best practices. She’s currently working with Johnson and Johnson.

Deni Kasrel is a seasoned strategic marketing and communications professional. She has worked as a journalist for traditional media outlets, contributing to numerous publications including The Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia Business Journal and Philadelphia City Paper. She segued into the world of the web and new media by working for an Internet start-up and then moved on to the University of Pennsylvania, where she was the Director of Web & Publishing Services in the Office of University Communications. While at Penn, Deni oversaw the development of several major web projects (including the redesign of main Penn web site) as well as the University’s engagement in several social media sites. She remains active as a freelance writer and authors her own blog: The Communications Strategist.

Deni is currently using social networking sites for job search purposes and will share her personal stories as part of this presentation.

Deni is an alumnae of the both the College of Arts and Sciences and Wharton School at the University Of Pennsylvania.

Tickets Include hors d'oeurves and soft drinks. 
Cash Bar will be available.

Cost:  

$38.00 for members and members' guests - per person

$50.00 for non-members

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