Being in staffing/recruitment/HR for 7 years now I have had the opportunity to expand my network to the point where the majority of my candidates are found through proactive communication. I also enjoy getting to know the professionals in my community along with building future work partnerships. I look to transfer this skill set into a variety of opportunities that I will be looking towards in the near future. Below I have listed the the associations that I have been a part of along with ones that I am currently active.
While this list is by no means short, one rule of thumb I've tried to abide by has been to attend at least 2 networking events a month. This is a standard I will continue to maintain as a member of any organization that chooses me to be a part of their team. That practice has benefited both my personal and professional relationships in a way that extends beyond the daily office work life. The skills that I have developed in working events and being an active association member have allowed me to communicate, network, relationship build, and advocate team growth at the highest level.
Associations
Northland Kansas City Chamber of Commerce - Education Committee - Active
Kansas City REI (Race, Equity, Inclusion) - Organization & Training Course- Active
Monthly "Network After Work" events in KC through SocialHeart - Active
Kansas City Young Professionals Member (KCYP) - Active
1 Million Cups - Kansas City (Program through Kauffman Labs) - Active
Omaha Young Professionals Member (OYP)
Omaha Chamber of Commerce Member
Council Bluffs Young Professionals Member (CBYP)
Emergency Nurses Association Member (ENA)
Nebraska Emergency Service Association Member (NEMSA)