Back in November, I helped organize an event for the Business Connections Learning Community at University of Connecticut where I’m the marketing specialist. The event was for first year students to hear from guest speakers to help with a variety of professional development skills. I was primarily responsible for setting up the event in Eventbrite, tracking registered students, and creating the visual marketing materials. In addition to the first year students gaining access to helpful information from industry professionals, my boss who has been overworked for the last year due to major budget restrictions was able to take a few days off for necessary R&R because of my contributions!

Earlier in 205, I received a message from a graphic designer looking to collaborate since I have a background in social media management. His pitch for a business model didn’t make a ton of sense since he was newly graduated after going back to school for graphic design. After further discussion, I decided the potential partnership was a little bit disorganized for me to get involved in. So what I did, was put him in contact with more experienced graphic designers I was connected with on LinkedIn and explained to him a little bit about what I did to find my own experience.

Fairfield way is the most populous spot on the UConn campus! I’ve hosted an event there before and didn’t need to do much more than advertise that I was handing out products and everyone came lining up!