You simply cannot afford to miss this SDRR Networking event!

HR meets Social Media: A panel of local experts discuss finding jobs, candidates, and branding your business via social networking.

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Rock Bottom Brewery

8980 Villa La Jolla Drive

5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Join us for a great opportunity for fun and casual networking, a cocktail, and a panel of experts on Social Networking who will show us what we need to understand about this media as it relates to HR. Feeling overwhelmed, confused, or just plain lost when it comes to social media, social networking and how to incorporate it into your company’s HR or business strategy? Whether you are already a LinkedIn LION, or you still think a tweet is a talking birdie, you need to hear this panel to get all the pieces to the puzzle.

Register online now at:

San Diego Recruiters Event Registration

Ask a question in advance to the panel on your registration form, and we’ll address it at the event!

Cost:                Includes 1 drink ticket and yummy appetizers

Member:         Online cost through Tues, June 9th:           $18.00    

                        Door Cost on June 10th:                               $20.00

Guests:            Online cost through Tues, June 9th:           $30.00*

                        Door Cost on June 10th:                               $40.00* 

*This event is only open to Human Resource Professionals. Past and future members are welcome to attend as guests of our current members, provided they meet all membership qualifications and guidelines.

 

Meet the Panelists and their topic focus:

Doug Coull: Founder, President and CEO of SmartSearch

Mr. Coull has 27 years experience in the staffing and recruitment industry, including 20 years experience in corporate management in the software development industry, and seven years progressive experience in recruitment and management of recruiters and sales personnel in the technical services industry. Mr. Coull built APS into a multi-million dollar company specializing in the development and deployment of automated staffing systems. 

·              Why are traditional job boards shrinking, and how & why should companies brand themselves and their jobs on social media to attract candidates

·              How can you automate portions of social media marketing, what are the key tools?

·              How to use social media sites to check references and vet out candidates

 Chris Husong: Social Media strategist at Real Voice Media

A Business Consultant at Real Voice Media with more than 20 years of experiences, my gifts of vision and focus, combined with my astute knowledge of business, sales, and Social Media have helped countless business owners close the gap between where they are, to where they want to be. I combine my innovative and practical ideas and entrepreneurial experience with the Consulting, Social networking and Business Consulting resources to provide business owners the tools they need to grow their businesses.

·              Why is networking, both social media and in person, so critical in today’s economy

·              What are the do’s and don’t in social media that HR people must be aware of

·              How to maximize linked in’s networking value and build up your connections

 Morgan Brown: Co-founder of Resume Donkey and marketing expert

Morgan Brown is the co-founder of Resume Donkey, an online resume review and writing platform powered by recruiters across the country.  Passionate about new media, online marketing and building relationships through technology and customer service; Morgan puts social media and online marketing tools to work.  With a strong background in online marketing, Morgan brings nearly 10 years of experience in web development, search optimization and marketing, permission marketing, loyalty program development, online application development and new media marketing.

·              How do you find and search for candidates using social media

·              What impact does social media and viral networking have on the resume and its format

·              What is the key to getting a following on twitter, ie what do you tweet about, etiquette, rules, etc? tips on who to follow?

 Brandon Moreno: HR Consultant, Business Coach/Speaker at Leading Edge Thought, & SDRR VP of Professional membership:

For Brandon Moreno, his work as a distinguished consultant, motivational speaker, and empowerment coach isn’t just a job, it’s a mission. After logging nearly two decades as an exceptional Human Resources, staffing, and organizational development professional, he developed a unique fusion of heart-driven business savvy to take organizations to the next level – guiding people to unleash their powerful inner resources. To his delight, clients from Fortune 500 companies to cultural creatives are embracing his Leading Edge Thought principles and techniques.

·              How HR Consultants and small business can brand themselves using social media to build their business and attract clients

·              What is the value of a Facebook fan page:  how do you build it, what do you do with it, and how do you attract fans?

·              SDRR is building a social media presence and creating awareness for all member jobs. How is this pooled resource an incredible value for our members? (shameless plug)

Janis Whitaker: JP Whitaker & Associates, Interview Coach/Trainer/Speaker/Author

Janis Whitaker is the owner of J P Whitaker & Associates, a results-oriented management training enterprise established in 1991. Janis has been a learning and development professional for over twenty-four years. Janis is a published author, “Interviewing by Example: Finding the right piece of the puzzle” Janis skillfully integrates years of corporate expertise and plentiful consulting experiences into her workshops, bringing her presentations to life. Her subtle humor, personable style, and seasoned professionalism set her apart as a highly sought after presenter. As a highly-qualified specialist, Janis Whitaker’s ultimate goal is to develop strong leaders and communicators in the workplace by enhancing an employee’s personal and professional skills.

·              Using Linked In, Twitter, Facebook, and other social media sites for your own job search

·              Tips on what to say and do once you get the interview so you can get an edge on competition

 

Register online now at:

San Diego Recruiters Event Registration