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Our annual Career Edge Webinars take an in-depth look at current industry trends and professional development. These online sessions are ideal if you are looking to become a thought-leader in your field and brush up on your professional skills.
Presenters include CU Denver Business School alumni and local business experts and sessions are always completely free.
March 14th, 2019
Noon MST – 45 minutes
If your relationship with your boss is “just okay” or not okay at all, consider that a healthy, respectful relationship with your manager can improve morale, productivity and ultimately, boost your career. Join us in this session to learn how to build a stronger alliance with your boss.
Dr. Lauren Ramsay is the Chief Strategy and Research Officer at Colorado Department of Higher Education. Trained as an industrial/organizational psychologist, her focus lies in providing science-based support for organizations, using data to understand organizational issues. Dr. Ramsay has broad experience as an academic, university administrator, and scientist-practitioner and has worked extensively with senior leaders in public and private sector organizations.
Emily Copeland (MBA '00) is the Senior Vice President of Human Resources at CoBank. During her 15-year tenure there, Emily has been part of many initiatives to increase the value that HR provides to the business. In her current role, she provides direction to an exceptional HR team that creates value through employee welfare and benefit plans, total compensation strategies, employee relations, training and development programs, succession management, staffing strategies, work-life programs, performance management, and more.
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February 21st, 2019
Noon MST – 45 minutes
Everyone wants to get paid more. Often, that means learning how to win at salary negotiation. Salary negotiation can be very intimidating and stressful, so it pays to be prepared. Join Sue Wyman to learn expert salary negotiation strategies that will help you increase your compensation, further your career and advance at work.
Sue Wyman, Director, Business Career Connections, has 16 years of experience in national Executive Search and ten years of experience in Career and Job Search Coaching. Prior to launching her search practice she worked in sales leadership roles in startup and Fortune 50 organizations and led teams of up to 75. Sue has an Executive MBA from the University of Denver and a Bachelor of Science in Technical Management from Regis University.
Stephanie Filali Moutei graduated in December 2014 from University of Colorado Denver with dual degree in Human Resources and Business Management. She re-established the SHRM Student Chapter on the Auraria Campus in January 2014. She is an HR Generalist for G&A Partners, a PEO with headquarters in Houston, TX and has four years experience in Human Resources.
January 17th, 2019
Noon MST – 45 minutes
What exactly is Emotional Intelligence or EQ, and how could having it (or not) affect your career? Join us to learn how EQ can significantly impact your professional path and how to build your EQ competencies.
Lauren Harris joined CU Boulder in 2013 and serves as the Training and Development Manager. Lauren has a bachelor’s degree in Theatre Arts from Minnesota State University-Moorhead, a Graduate Certificate in Leadership and Management from the University of Colorado Boulder, and a Master of Science in Organization and Management from the University of Colorado Denver. Lauren’s training areas include emotional intelligence, Strengths Finder, conflict, leadership development, and more.
Jonathan Bach is a 2012 graduate from the Global Energy Management (GEM) Program. With past experience working for an independent power producer and an emerging disruptive energy tech company and now with one of the most respected investor owned utilities, Jonathan has a widespread perspective on the key issues facing the energy sector.
November 29th, 2018
Noon MST – 45 minutes
Realizing that you want or need to make a career change can be both exciting and intimidating. Whether you're bored, burned out, uninspired, or simply need to make a career change, there are a number of important steps and considerations that go into a successful plan. Join us to learn the tried and true steps to take and pitfalls to avoid to transform your career into something that is more suited to your values, needs, skills, and interests.
Stephanie Klein is President of Experience Factor, a firm she founded in 2004. She is a Colorado native and graduate of Colorado State University with a master’s degree in Management from Regis University. Stephanie is the past president of the 1,300-member Colorado Human Resource Association as well as the past Chair for the Denver Workforce Investment Board, and a columnist for the Denver Business Journal. She is a frequently sought source for trends and issues related to hiring, recruitment and staffing matters in Colorado.
Gage Chapel is a 2015 graduate from the 11-month MBA Program. He is currently a manager in Hitachi Consulting’s Organization Effectiveness practice where he has worked on both business transformation and change management projects. Additionally, Gage has over 12 years of service as a US Army Officer, having spent time in both the active duty and reserve units.
If your relationship with your boss is “just okay” or not okay at all, consider that a healthy, respectful relationship with your manager can improve morale, productivity and ultimately, boost your career. Join us in this session to learn how to build a stronger alliance with your boss.
Everyone wants to get paid more. Often, that means learning how to win at salary negotiation.
What exactly is Emotional Intelligence or EQ, and how could having it (or not) affect your career? Join us to learn how EQ can significantly impact your professional path and how to build your EQ competencies.
Learn the essential steps to take and pitfalls to avoid to transform your career into something that is more suited to your values, needs, skills, and interests.
Get a snapshot of Denver's economic landscape and the prominent and emerging industry clusters driving our jobs and economy.
The importance of resumes is undeniable. Learn about applicant tracking systems and how to make your resume stand out.
Building a personal brand is essential for online visibility and reputation. Join experts to learn the secrets to standing out online.
Learn about networking best practices, effective follow-up strategies, and how to create a memorable personal impression.
