Monday, August 17

10:00 am - 11:30 am     Mastering the Use of LindedIn and Other Social Networks to Maximize Your Career Development

Learn how to use LinkedIn and other social networks to optimize your career opportunities. Ken Greenberg, a LinkedIn expert, has successfully used LinkedIn since its founding and will reveal common and lesser known ways to use it and other social networking sites to get a job as well as expand your career.

Presenter: Ken Greenberg has more than 20 years of combined product development, sales, marketing and management experience. He recently became the head of product development at Dynamic Logic, the leader in digital ad effectiveness measurement, a position he would not have gotten without the use of Linkedin.

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm       Get All the Information You Need to Start Your Own Business

Hear all about the pros and cons of starting your own business as well as get valuable tips.

 Presenter:  Geri Kavanah, NYS Small Business Development Center

Tuesday, August 18

10:00 am – 11:00 am    Options for Health Insurance

An overview of private and public health insurance options available to unemployed and under-employed New Yorkers, including who is eligible, how to apply, and what costs to expect.

Presenter:  Elizabeth Jois, NYLAG, Attorney at Connect to Care

11:30 am - 11:45 am     Connect to Care Overview

Learn what services are available at Connect to Care

Presenter:  Jill Schreibman, LCSW, Connect to Care Social Worker

12:30 pm – 2:00 pm      Getting Organized and Moving Forward!

What is stopping you from moving ahead?  How do you get back on track? After the dust settles how do you start a job search and stick with it?

Presenter:  Ginny Ruder, MS is a Career Counselor who has been helping adults and college grads focus on their skills and interests and then guiding them through the process of making a change. She is a professional member of NCDA, works through Westchester Community College and Rockland County Guidance Center, and has her own private practice GR Career Planning.

Wednesday, August 19*

9:30 am - 10:30 am       Point and Click – Information on “Green” Certification

It is estimated that there will be a demand for over 5,000,000 Sustainable Building Professionals in the next several years. As a Leader in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP) you can place yourself at a distinct advantage for one of many sustainable building opportunities. The new industry standard for Green Dream Jobs is the LEED Credit Rating System The American Economic Recovery & Reinvestment Act includes billions for green construction, development, and building retrofitting. The LEED Training Programs are applicable to numerous fields as our society retools our workforce to meet this huge demand.

Presenter:  Pat Chiappetta, Vice President Sales, Point and Click Learning, a Westchester Training and Consulting Organization. Pat has been in the industry for over 24 years and has held numerous Sales and Management Positions. Point and Click Learning has been in business for over 14 years and specializes in IT Professional, Desktop Applications, Project Management and Professional Development Courses. They have recently expanded to deliver Green Associate, LEED AP and Solar Training.  Point & Click Learning is a proud member of the U S Green Building Council.

11:00 am – 12:30 pm    Finding JOBS Online to Defining YOU Online.  A Look at How Web 2.0 has Revolutionized Career Management and the Job Search Process.

Have you goggled yourself lately? If not, chances are somebody else has. With 86% of recruiters using goggle to find out about potential candidates, and 44% of those being rejected because of “digital dirt”, professionals cannot afford to ignore the web and impact of social networking on career management today.

In this workshop, participants will lean:  1. Why engaging in Social Media is an imperative for career management and job search efforts today 2. Where you are going to get the greatest ROI, and 3. How to establish a manageable Social Media strategy

Presenter: For over 15 years, career coach and LinkedIn expert Donna Sweidan has helped job seekers and career changers identify the tools and knowledge they need to navigate the demands of the job market.  As the founder of Careerfolk, LLC, a full-service career management company, she specializes in highly-personalized career coaching, providing an holistic approach that prepares her clients to know, brand and market themselves for today’s highly competitive landscape. From a comprehensive assessment to a full portfolio of job search documents including bio, resume and cover letters, as well as a comprehensive audit of one's online presence, Donna helps her clients understand and embrace Career Management 2.0.  www.careerfolk.com and www.linkedin.com/in/donnasweidan<http://www.linkedin.com/in/donnasweidan>

1:45 pm - 2:45 pm         Ask The Recruiter

Learn the secrets of what happens when you send your resume to a recruiter and more.

Presenter: Jeff Kapelus, CPA,  President, Capstone Staffing Solutions.Jeff has been in the professional recruiting and staffing industry for over 17 years, serving in executive capacities at national and regional search firms before founding Capstone in 2001. Capstone has since grown to become a well-regarded niche resource of retained executive search, contingency recruiting and interim staffing solutions in the specialty areas of accounting, audit, finance and tax professionals.

*7:30 pm – 9:00 pm      Regional Discussion Group at Temple Beth El, Chappaqua

Facilitated by Jill Schreibman, LCSW, Connect to Care Social Worker

Thursday, August 20

10:30 am - 12:00 pm     If You’re the Expert, Shouldn’t EVERYBODY Know?

Presenter:  Judith Lederman is an energetic marketing expert.  Skilled at branding, strategic development and integration of social media, she is a published author and media spokesperson and has appeared on Oprah, Dateline NBC, CNN and CNBC.

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm        Building Resiliency

Just as we can develop our body muscles through exercise, we can develop the “muscles” of our minds and spirit to be more resilient, flexible, optimistic, creative and strong.  Come learn tips for building “Resiliency,” the power to “bounce back.”

Presenter:  Ruth Rosenblum, LCSW, Clinical Social Worker, Connect to Care

2:00 pm  – 4:00 pm       Job Search 101

Introduction to our Connect to Care Career Counseling.

If you haven’t met with our FEGS Career Counselor, this is the first step to begin the process.

Presenter: Sandra Leshaw, FEGS Career Services

Friday, August 21

10:00 am – 11:00 am    Discussion group where you are the expert.

While everyone’s experience of this recession is unique, there are some common themes; such as spending less, the effect of the economy on children, the isolation of looking for a job, and more. Let’s help each other discover ways to address some of the common situations that arise.

Facilitated by Jill Schreibman, the Connect To Care Social Worker

11:30 am – 1:00 pm      *Networking Opportunity for those interested in Self Employment*

Thinking of starting a business or growing your business?  Meet, network and learn from others.  Topics to be covered:  marketing, funding, attracting serious customers, branching out, and anything else on your mind... Bring your business plan.  "Show & Tell" is welcome! If you’re interested in starting a business come to network with others that are doing the same.  Learn, get referrals and schmooze.

Facilitated by Judith Lederman. Judith is an energetic marketing expert.  Skilled at branding, strategic development and integration of social media, she is a published author and media spokesperson and has appeared on Oprah, Dateline NBC, CNN and CNBC.