IWD Event: Challenging Workplace Norms for Better Roles & Opportunities

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March 5, 2021
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01:30 PM
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March 5, 2021
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02:30 PM
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NU Cafe
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Add to Calendar 2021-03-05 13:30:00 2021-03-05 14:30:00 IWD Event: Challenging Workplace Norms for Better Roles & Opportunities In honour of International Women's Day, we are hosting a panel of female talent leaders from adidas, RBC, AIG, IBM, and Facebook to discuss how we can manage and overcome gender-based hurdles in our career. NU Cafe Nipissing University test@test.ca America/Toronto public

In honour of International Women's Day, we are hosting a panel of female talent leaders from adidas, RBC, AIG, IBM, and Facebook to discuss how we can manage and overcome gender-based hurdles in our career.

We aim to celebrate the achievements of women & female identifying people and create an inclusive workplace for all. So, please join us to learn more about how we can #ChooseToChallenge workplace norms and build an environment where women can thrive.

What you will learn at this event:

  • tips for women to manage early-career transitions for long-term career success
  • how to manage gender-based hurdles in the workplace
  • how to be an ally and mentor/sponsor

Speakers:

  • Bridget King, Talent Acquisition Manager, Early Professional Hiring (IBM)
  • Vicki Ng, Senior Manager, North America Future Talent Acquisition (adidas)
  • Kelly Pereira, Senior Vice President, Talent Strategy & Solutions (RBC)
  • Elaine Rocha, Chief of Staff to President (AIG)

Moderator:

  • Wahab Owolabi, Diversity Business Partner (Facebook)