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January 31, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Free

Tech Career Discovery Series

Join us for a casual panel discussion with area tech professionals.

Are you considering a career change? Are you a student interested in tech? Do you simply want to learn about emerging hot jobs?

Hear tech professionals’ career stories and consider if a digital career path might be right for you.

What you can expect

In this month’s event, we’ll be talking about the IT career track. You’ll hear from IT professionals at all different levels of their careers: entry-level, mid-career, and senior professionals.

Enjoy light refreshments and be our guest for this free community event.

Space is limited and pre-registration is requested. Walk-ins are welcome as space allows.

Panelists for this event:

  • Wendy Jacobson, Director of IT at Cherry Republic
  • Sophia Masotti-Jordan, IT Specialist at Cambium Analytica
  • Doug Nemetz, Desktop Deployment Coordinator (and former intern) at Safety Net, Inc.

Who should attend:

Anyone interested in learning about how to enter and prepare for a tech career. Anyone who wants to further advance in their current tech career.

You will learn:

  • What is it like to work in a “tech job”
  • How to have a tech career and live anywhere – including right here in Northern Michigan!
  • What are the in-demand and critical skills for successful tech careers
  • How to get started and pursue your tech career path

About the Career Discovery Series:

This series of events features local tech experts working in various specialties (coding, cybersecurity, data analytics and artificial intelligence). Through in-person panel discussions, the panelists will share their experiences and career journeys, as well as answer your questions.

This event is hosted by 20Fathoms and funded with support through the Michigan Industry Cluster Approach (MICA) Grant Program.

About us:

20Fathoms is the home of technology and entrepreneurship in Northern Michigan. We remove barriers and accelerate career growth through tech career training, talent acquisition, and the advancement of regional strategic initiatives. We also catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship through startup incubation services, business workshops, community partnership, and a vibrant coworking space.

Details

Date:
January 31, 2023
Time:
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Cost:
Free
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Website:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tech-career-discovery-series-tickets-504970529447

Venue

20Fathoms
10850 E. Traverse Hwy, Ste. 4400
Traverse City, MI 49684 United States
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