Monthly Meeting 05/06/2010

Thu, 05/06/2010 - 6:00pm
Management Forum
Topic: 
Networking
Presented by: 
Facilitated by IEEE-SCV-TMC board member Carl Angotti

At our formal networking session, we will discuss What types of Networking has worked for us in the past. Think about the topic, and share with others during the formal networking session of the meeting at 6:30 PM.

After Dinner Presentation
Topic: 
Secrets of Successful Networking: Professional Networking for Engineering Professionals
Presented by: 
Jeff Richardson, CTO Empowerd Alliances

Professional Networking for Engineering Professionals

This interactive Secrets of Successful Networking workshop will demonstrate a more effective strategy for meeting key individuals that can add value to you and your project.  This workshop will provide you with tools and techniques along with a customizable process that will generate immediate results.  His fun and engaging workshop approach will rejuvenate your perspective on the value of the networking as a tool for solving difficult problems and allow you to create a more effective strategy for accelerated job search or improved project performance.

Workshop Objectives:

  1. Evaluate the impact of new networking principles on your networking activities
  2. Understand key components of an effective networking strategy

 Workshop Content

  •  Creating New Connections

  •  Key Principles for Building an Influential Network

  •  Developing Your Networking Strategic Plan

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What others have said about Jeff's Presentations…“The networking events conducted by Jeff were very innovative allowing all participants to interact with multiple groups of people. His high energy level and quick wit made it very interesting for all participants. We would definitely invite him back at our events and would highly recommend him to other organizations.”

 -Eashwar, Programs Director for PMI Association Silicon Valley

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Jeff Richardson has an unmatched passion for teamwork as demonstrated by his years of consulting/training experience with entrepreneurial startups, high tech companies and outdoor teambuilding.  He has been presenting Secrets of Successful Networking seminars for over 6 years for several thousand professionals while adapting the core message to meet the specific needs of the various organizations.   As an educator, Jeff was one of the lead instructional designer for Stanford’s Advanced Project Management Program, in addition to designing and teaching courses at Boston University, and UC Santa Cruz – Extension as well as corporations like Cisco, Symantec, Intuit, Texas Instruments, Raytheon to name a few.

Mr. Richardson has a BS in Mechanical Engineering and a MS in OD & Change Management. Check out his website at www.EmpoweredAlliances.com.

Time
  • 6:00 PM: Registration & Informal Networking
  • 6:30 PM: Management Forum
  • 7:15 PM: Dinner
  • 7:45 PM: After Dinner Presentation
  • 9:00 PM: Adjourn
Meal
Choices: 
Chicken or Turkey Sandwich
Vegetarian or Tuna Sandwich
Pastrami or Beef Sandwich
Meal includes: 
Salads, Chips, Sodas or Coffee
Place

RAMADA Silicon Valey

Location

RAMADA Silicon Valley
1217 Wildwood Ave
Sunnyvale, CA, 94089
United States
Phone: 408-245-5330
See map: Google Maps

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Cost
  • All charges are paid at the door by check or cash
  • No credit cards
Early bird – IEEE member: 
$10.00
Early bird – Non-member: 
$13.00
Early bird deadline: 
12:00AM 05/05/2010 (PDT)
Standard – IEEE member: 
$13.00
Standard – Non-member: 
$16.00
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