Student 2 Business... thinking long term!
Hey Fanshawe, opportunity is knocking!
The annual Student-2-Business Networking Event was launched in January, 2008 to address local business concerns about access to talent by providing students the opportunity to make connections with the business community that would hopefully lead to more graduates remaining in London.
The London Economic Development Corporation commissioned a Workforce Development Survey to identify the workforce needs of London employers. They learned that half of the responding companies had unfilled positions and 60 per cent had experienced difficulty filling those positions. It became very clear to the LEDC that they needed to bridge the gap between employers and the bourgeoning workforce graduating each year from Fanshawe College and Western.
Business leaders attending September's 2009 economic summit reiterated London's need to act now to help Fanshawe and Western grads learn about London opportunities and help the business community connect with this rich pool of skills and talent.
Connecting with emerging talent and potential employees is increasingly important to local businesses and many companies have been looking at creative and non-traditional ways of attracting talent. Student-2-Business creates a unique advantage where both students and businesses can come together and share ideas and opportunities. Andrew McClenaghan, president and principle owner of Echidna Solutions Corp., a web development company, had this to say about his experience at S2B 2008: “The Student-2-Business event offers a unique opportunity to make connections with exceptionally talented and creative students.” McClenaghan recently hired a student he met at the Student-2-Business Conference.
The third annual S2B takes place Thursday, January 28 at the London Convention Centre from 1 p.m. — 7 p.m. Over 600 students are expected to attend an afternoon of workshops where they learn what London has to offer. Over 250 business and community delegates will join for the keynote presentation, followed by the networking sessions, segregated by industry groups, where students have the chance to make connections. Many jobs in Canada are found by knowing the right people and being in the right place at the right time. Over the last two years, there are examples of students who have found co-op opportunities, mentors, valuable introductions and ultimately jobs. Feedback from businesses indicates they have been impressed with the professionalism of the students and looking forward to attending the 2010 event.
Dave Howlett is the 2010 keynote presenter. Dave is renowned for his ability to teach people how to network and knock down silos.
Registrations for S2B are now open at www.ledc.com/s2b. Students who register by 4 p.m. Friday, December 18 will be entered into a draw to win an iPod Touch. The $10 conference fee includes the full conference, busses to and from the event from Fanshawe, coat check, food and refreshments, one beverage ticket and 50 printed business cards (about 20 per cent of the true cost thanks to the generosity of the sponsors). The cost for business and community reps is $40, including parking, coat check, food and refreshments, one beverage ticket, the keynote presentation and networking.
Next Generation Consulting recently ranked London ninth in Canada as a top Canadian city for young professional to work and live. They looked at 45 measures for all Canadian cities with populations of more than 100,000 people, looking at earning, learning, vitality, around town, after hours, cost of lifestyle and social capital.
Editorial opinions or comments expressed in this online edition of Interrobang newspaper reflect the views of the writer and are not those of the Interrobang or the Fanshawe Student Union. The Interrobang is published weekly by the Fanshawe Student Union at 1001 Fanshawe College Blvd., P.O. Box 7005, London, Ontario, N5Y 5R6 and distributed through the Fanshawe College community. Letters to the editor are welcome. All letters are subject to editing and should be emailed. All letters must be accompanied by contact information. Letters can also be submitted online by clicking here.
The annual Student-2-Business Networking Event was launched in January, 2008 to address local business concerns about access to talent by providing students the opportunity to make connections with the business community that would hopefully lead to more graduates remaining in London.
The London Economic Development Corporation commissioned a Workforce Development Survey to identify the workforce needs of London employers. They learned that half of the responding companies had unfilled positions and 60 per cent had experienced difficulty filling those positions. It became very clear to the LEDC that they needed to bridge the gap between employers and the bourgeoning workforce graduating each year from Fanshawe College and Western.
Business leaders attending September's 2009 economic summit reiterated London's need to act now to help Fanshawe and Western grads learn about London opportunities and help the business community connect with this rich pool of skills and talent.
Connecting with emerging talent and potential employees is increasingly important to local businesses and many companies have been looking at creative and non-traditional ways of attracting talent. Student-2-Business creates a unique advantage where both students and businesses can come together and share ideas and opportunities. Andrew McClenaghan, president and principle owner of Echidna Solutions Corp., a web development company, had this to say about his experience at S2B 2008: “The Student-2-Business event offers a unique opportunity to make connections with exceptionally talented and creative students.” McClenaghan recently hired a student he met at the Student-2-Business Conference.
The third annual S2B takes place Thursday, January 28 at the London Convention Centre from 1 p.m. — 7 p.m. Over 600 students are expected to attend an afternoon of workshops where they learn what London has to offer. Over 250 business and community delegates will join for the keynote presentation, followed by the networking sessions, segregated by industry groups, where students have the chance to make connections. Many jobs in Canada are found by knowing the right people and being in the right place at the right time. Over the last two years, there are examples of students who have found co-op opportunities, mentors, valuable introductions and ultimately jobs. Feedback from businesses indicates they have been impressed with the professionalism of the students and looking forward to attending the 2010 event.
Dave Howlett is the 2010 keynote presenter. Dave is renowned for his ability to teach people how to network and knock down silos.
Registrations for S2B are now open at www.ledc.com/s2b. Students who register by 4 p.m. Friday, December 18 will be entered into a draw to win an iPod Touch. The $10 conference fee includes the full conference, busses to and from the event from Fanshawe, coat check, food and refreshments, one beverage ticket and 50 printed business cards (about 20 per cent of the true cost thanks to the generosity of the sponsors). The cost for business and community reps is $40, including parking, coat check, food and refreshments, one beverage ticket, the keynote presentation and networking.
Next Generation Consulting recently ranked London ninth in Canada as a top Canadian city for young professional to work and live. They looked at 45 measures for all Canadian cities with populations of more than 100,000 people, looking at earning, learning, vitality, around town, after hours, cost of lifestyle and social capital.
Editorial opinions or comments expressed in this online edition of Interrobang newspaper reflect the views of the writer and are not those of the Interrobang or the Fanshawe Student Union. The Interrobang is published weekly by the Fanshawe Student Union at 1001 Fanshawe College Blvd., P.O. Box 7005, London, Ontario, N5Y 5R6 and distributed through the Fanshawe College community. Letters to the editor are welcome. All letters are subject to editing and should be emailed. All letters must be accompanied by contact information. Letters can also be submitted online by clicking here.
