This all-day networking event combines social media & technology, along with passionate employment experts and diverse local employers to create a truly empowering conference for career seekers. Attendees will be provided lunch, as well as learning sessions, panel discussions, and a unique opportunity to network with other professionals. In addition, the first 250 registrants will receive a Poken (a social business card) which will allow attendees to share contact information digitally. A happy hour is being held in the onsite Network Lounge, directly after the event.

We have several strategic learning sessions going on throughout the day, covering multiple topics, including "Networking in Real Life," "Career Exploration," and "Outside Your Comfort Zone." Our Q & A oriented panel discussions will cover topics related to Healthcare, Green Energy, Government, and Technology career paths.

Some of the featured speakers: Matt Curtis – Public Affairs & Communications Strategist for Austin Mayor Lee Leffingwell, Anne Pritchard – VP of Strategic Solutions Group, Chris Bailey – Principal, Bailey Hill Media

Some of the 20+ featured employers: Austin Energy, Bazaarvoice, Texas Comptroller, Seton Healthcare, Green Mountain Energy, St. David’s, AMD, Motion Computing

Date: January 29, 2010 – 10:00 am – 6:30 pm

Location: St. Edward’s Professional Education Center –  9420 Research Blvd., Echelon III, Austin, TX 78759

Registration: Registration is $7 online, before January 15th. After January 15th, registration is $10 online and $15 at the door. Price includes lunch and access to the full day of sessions and networking.

Learn more at http://careerconnects.org

For further details, contact:

Bryan Chaney at 512.904.1003 or bchaney@reachingtalent.com