Posts Tagged ‘Mandatek’

Linked Local Network Presents “Takin’ It to the Links”, a Golf Event to Benefit Habitat for Humanity of Illinois

Tuesday, July 13th, 2010

On August 11th, 2010, the Linked Local Network will hold its first golf outing and silent auction to benefit the Habitat for Humanity of Illinois at Klein Creek Golf Club in Winfield, IL.  Golfers and networkers alike will have a chance to experience why both Chicagoland Golf and Golf Digest have identified Klein Creek as one of the area’s premier public courses, as well as support a terrific cause!

 Golfers can participate in foursomes, twosomes or as individuals. Companies and individuals can also help by being primary sponsors of holes, golf carts, refreshments, or lunch for the event. Items for the silent auction and raffle can be donated as well. Non-playing individuals can attend the Open Networking and Barbeque, which begins at 6 p.m.

This year’s event is sponsored by Mandatek, and such businesses as Hinckley Springs, Ballydoyle, Chicagoland Signs, Morris Graduate School of ManagementChicago Blower  and Citibank have already contributed generously to this event..

For tee time registration go to http://taking2links4habitat.eventbrite.com.  For BBQ only sign-up, http://bbq4habitat.eventbrite.com. Sponsorship information, contact Patty Neuswanger at patty@mandatek.com.  General questions, email:  habitatlinks@mandatek.com

The mission of Habitat for Humanity of Illinois (Habitat Illinois) is to work in partnership with Habitat affiliates, developing communities by building houses with people in need. Habitat is dedicated to eradicating poverty housing. Life in poverty housing crushes dreams. But decent homes transform lives! Renewed hope is built into each new Habitat home.

Linked Local Network provides area LinkedIn members with greatly enhanced opportunities to build their connections, network with a more regional focus, and improve results in all aspects of their lives. Membership on www.linkedin.com is the cornerstone of any serious networking effort with its huge database and ease of use. The most important network that determines your success both professionally and personally is your local network. We welcome all LinkedIn members who are committed to active participation and therefore superior results from their networking efforts.

If you’d like more information on upcoming events presented by Linked Local Network go to www.linkedlocalnetwork.com or contact Michele Rempel at mrempel@mandatek.com ph # 630-888-8571.

Mandatek Co-Sponsoring an Opportunity Seekers Event for Professionals in Transition

Friday, February 5th, 2010

The Linked Local West Suburban Chicago group, in association with Mandatek LLC and the Morris Graduate School of Managament, and sponsored by Pepsi Co., is proud to present the Opportunity Seekers event on February 22nd from 1:00-4:00pm at the Morris Graduate School of Management. This event is for professionals in transition who are looking for a new or different career opportunity.

To RSVP and reserve a ticket: http://opportunityseekers.eventbrite.com.

Attendees will have an opportunity to gain helpful information for their job search. Topics include:

  • How to prepare an effective resume for 2010
  • Continuing education opportunities
  • Using social media to increase visibility
  • Utilizing video for networking and job search
  • Government assistance for start-up business owners
  • Information on how to own a business franchise
  • Tips on working with HR departments to increase your chances of landing a job

Workshop space for some of the topics above are limited; seating will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

Additionally, recruiters will be on site to speak with prospective employees during networking and workshop times.

Event Schedule:

1:00-1:15pm Keynote Speaker**

1:15-1:30pm Networking

1:30-2:30pm Workshops

2:30-3:30pm Workshops

3:30-3:45pm Networking

3:45-4:00pm Endnote Speaker

**Keynote Speaker: Jim Treleaven, PhD, former CEO of Devry Chicago Metro and founder of ViaStrategy Group, LLC.

Speakers:

Kris Fay, SBA and Center for Entrepreneurship at College of DuPage

Michele Rempel, Partner, Social Media Division, Mandatek

Carlos Vale, Director of Morris Graduate School of Management

Julius Rhodes, SPHR, Founder of MPR Group, Providing HR Business Solutions