Employers and industry representatives will share their career journeys, real-life experiences, insider-advice and tips to help you with your future career decisions. Those in attendance are welcome to submit their questions for panelists in advance to cece@ufv.ca; or, time permitting, there will be a short question period at the end of the event.

Join this Zoom Session by clicking the Invite Link:

• https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/66936765659

• Webinar ID: 669 3676 5659
• Passcode: 044935

PLUS, WIN A VIRTUAL LUNCH AND MEAL DELIVERY!

All attendees will be invited to submit their name into a draw to win:

• A virtual lunch with Marnie Wright, Associate VP Human Resources at UFV. Marnie has offered up her expertise in restructuring your resume for results and/or providing some career coaching specific to your future goals.
• A $30 meal delivery gift card to cover your lunch expense

EMPLOYER PANELISTS:

Jessica Wright, Community Manager for Abbotsford / RBC

Jessica is an integrated leader supporting 8+ lines of business within RBC. She oversees 3 retail branch locations in Abbotsford (8 leaders, 70 employees & partners and 40,000 clients). Jessica helps clients thrive and communities prosper through a dedication to provide an exceptional client and employee experience and contribute toward the betterment our communities.

Tara Rozenek, Senior Advisor Human Resources, University of the Fraser Valley

Tara has worked at UFV for 20 years, starting out as a student. Graduated from the Office Careers program (now called Applied Business Technology) in 1996, and more recently earned my Bachelor of General Studies from UFV in 2019.

"Transitioning from a student to an employee has given me a strong sense of loyalty and pride towards UFV. There are endless amounts of opportunities to grow and develop, which I have done over the past 20 years throughout my UFV career. I have always enjoyed coming to work; not only loving the work, which is challenging and exciting – continuously learning, but the people and the culture / work environment are what I truly enjoy. Everyone at UFV is there for the same purpose – to support students, and we are all a team, regardless of your position or department. There isn’t that feeling of hierarchy, where just because an individual has a higher level position, they can’t be approached – everyone feels equal with the same goal. It is truly a positive, inspiring work environment."

Natasha Csiszar, Human Capital Coordinator, MNP

Natasha Csiszar has been employed with MNP as a Human Capital Coordinator since September 2020. She is also a UFV Bachelor of Business Administrative graduate.

Josh Vanderheide, Founder/Owner, Fieldhouse Brewing

Bio soon-to-come.

Lucas Daoust, Employee Services Manager, City of Abbotsford

Lucas Daoust is the Employee Services Manager with the City of Abbotsford. In his current role he oversees recruitment, compensation, recognition, and training and development for the City. He has been in this role with the City for just over a year and a half. Prior to his current role, Lucas worked in the health care and mining sectors. Lucas is a graduate from Thompson Rivers University where he completed a Bachelor's of Business Administration Degree.

Dr. Martha Dow, Director, Community and Social Development Hub

Dr. Dow is an Associate Professor in Social, Cultural and Media Studies, and Director of the Community, Health and Social Innovation Hub at UFV. She has worked with all levels of voernment, the United Nations, and a variety of non-governmental organizations collaborating on projects that emphasize action-oriented research, community collaboration, and evidence-based decision-making. She has worked on a variety of program and policy development projects in relation to public safety, health, education and vulnerable populations and has presented her work internationally. Dr. Dow is a recipient of the UFV Teaching Excellence Award (2016) and most recently, has taken the lead on the creation of the Community, Health and Social Innovation Hub at UFV.

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