St. Hubert job and networking ministry: connecting people with the world of work
The Saint Hubert Job and Networking Ministry was founded in 2003 to respond to a need for the community to educate others and provide opportunities for networking. All networking events and workshops are non-denominational, meaning that you do not need to be a member of the church or even a Christian to attend. I spoke with Bob Podgorski, manager of facilities at Harper College and coordinator of the St. Hubert job ministry, for details about the upcoming events. Bob mentioned that the goal is helping others learn new skills for the competitive job market and connect the community to potential employers. Every event is FREE to attend, making them a good opportunity for anyone who is concerned about the cost of networking. He estimates that between 140-180 people attend each event, and that about 55 events per year will be hosted in different locations throughout Chicago.
Upon attending an event, you will have the opportunity to register to view a job board which regularly has 20-25 new postings per week. Jobs are posted by employers as large as Fortune 500 down to entrepreneurial startups. I have obtained a list of upcoming events in the Chicago through July 09 and have posted them with permission below. I will publish a review of event on May 27th, “The Dynamic Job Search”, for the benefit of everyone interested in attending.
Bob can be reached by calling 847-925-6005 if you have any questions. The website for St. Hubert’s is http://www.sainthubert.org/ and you can follow the link below to see the frequently updated Jobs and Networking page directly:
http://www.sainthubert.org/Parish_Organizations/Jobs%20and%20Networking%20Ministry/jobs_and_networking_ministry.htm
SAINT HUBERT JOB AND NETWORKING MINISTRY
Upcoming Event List – (As of 5/26/09)
Events are non-denominational, free and open to all occupations. Bring your handbills or resumes and Network into your next position. Learn the fundamentals of careering and get the depth of knowledge provided through seminars and career topics offered. Refreshments are available.
FOR THE NEWCOMER***; If you are new to Networking and/or the job search, join us at St. Hubert, 6:00pm, prior to our regular meetings (on the second Monday of the month only). We’ll offer a one hour program on how to use a networking meeting effectively, the tools you’ll need such as; The Elevator Speech; How to do a Handbill, and how to generate the contacts you need.
- May 27, 2009 (Wednesday) – “The Dynamic Job Search” – 7:00pm to 9:15pm, St. Hubert Ministry Center, 729 Grand Canyon, Hoffman Estates, IL We will be joined by Peter Cahill, Training manager and Director who will present his approach to an enthusiastic and energized job search. This is a real winner and uplifting presentation – don’t miss it. Formal Networking follows the presentation.
- May 30, 2009 – “Consulting as a Career Option” – 9:00am to 12 Noon, St. Isidore Church, 432 Army Trail Road, Bloomingdale, IL. Join us as Bob Podgorski talks about starting and running a profitable consulting business. He’ll cover start up, customer development, keys to business success and the pit-fall to be aware of. Informal Networking will follow until Noon.
- June 6, 2009 – “Resume Review” – 9:00am to 11:00am, St. Raymond’s Church, 301 S. I-oka, (Elmhurst road at the ‘S’ curve) Mount Prospect, IL. Bring your resume for a personal evaluation by one of six HR, Search, or career counselors who will be on hand to give you their thoughts and suggestions. Bring a friend – This is for all occupations and levels.
- June 8, 2009*** – “Taking Care of You, in a Job Search” – 7:00pm to 9:15pm. St. Hubert Ministry Center, 729 Grand Canyon, Hoffman Estates. We are pleased to bring you Elene Cafasso, an executive and personal coach will provide us the opportunity to understand how we can stay alert, in shape and positively active as we search for that next job opportunity. Our health is as important as our attitude – join us for an important topic we all need to pay attention to.
- June 13, 2009 – “Employment Opportunities in Not-For-Profit Sector” – Our Lady of the Wayside Church, 432 W. Park, Arlington Heights, IL. Join us for a Panel discussion on Employment Opportunities in the Not-For-Profit sector. We will be joined by a Search Representative and several Not-For-Profit executives who will talk about what qualities are sought after and how to connect with the Not-For-Profit sector. 9:00am to Noon.
- June 20, 2009 – “A Career Over Age 50” – St. Matthew’s Church, 1001 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg, IL. We will feature a panel of individuals who successfully transitioned into new career paths after age 50 and even after age 60. Join us as we explore how these individuals made their transitions and re-invented themselves for their encore careers. 9:00am to Noon.
- June 22, 2009 – “Ten Things That Will Make Yourself More Marketable” – St. Hubert Ministry Center, 729 Grand Canyon, Hoffman Estates, IL. 7:00pm to 9:15pm. Our Coordinator Bob Podgorski will present a seminar on ten things that can make you more marketable and valuable to an employer in todays environment. Times change and so to do the needs of employers. Business shifts require new or different talents. Learn what the current ten top talents are, sought after by employers.
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