Sunday, Oct. 14, 4:45–6 p.m.
Room: Golden Gate C1
Track: Tools & Techniques
Resumes are no longer given that personal attention to detail, but rather classified by the creation of online profiles and the matching of employers “keyword” search terms in order to even be considered. How, then, do you set yourself apart from other applicants? This lively workshop focuses on branding and reputation management through self-reflection and creative, out-of-the-box tactics and techniques.
JacQuaye A. Dockery, MBA, is a public relations consultant and project manager at Prime-Time Performance Prep Academy’99, LLC. She has worked with several companies — for Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Big Brothers Big Sisters, to American Civil Liberties Union and Music Television Networks (MTV).
Christy Neading is a full-time graduate student at Central Michigan University, pursuing a master’s degree in psychology. Her professional experience encompasses the nonprofit sector, having been involved with such organizations as AmeriCorps, local community centers women’s shelters, and youth development programming.
Amanda Pratt is a freelance public relations specialist. Pratt’s professional experience includes positions within the City of Cleveland’s mayor’s office, Bank of America, and NASA.