In 2017, the Durham Region Association of Black Professionals and Entrepreneurs (DRABPE) was founded to strengthen local and community partnerships for black owned business networks in the Durham Region. Frederica Black has been a member since its inception, and now sits on the board as Vice President. Frederica is passionate about providing the black community […]
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Last week we explored the first step in hosting a virtual career fair, Plan. This week we will go over the second step. Step 2: Allocate a budget The budget is the dreaded piece in any endeavour, but it may also be the most important piece. Since every upcoming step in hosting your career fair […]
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Welcome to the Showfloor guide on How to Host an Virtual Career Fair! Over the next several weeks, we will be releasing six blogs with detailed steps on how to have a successful virtual career fair. Adjusting to the new online world can be difficult, and like any event, hosting an online career […]
Read more >As a job seeker, navigating a virtual job fair can be extremely nerve racking. Whether you’re meeting someone face-to-face or through a screen, first impressions matter – a lot. It’s easy to feel like the pressure is off when you’re job hunting from home while sitting in your pyjamas. But it’s important to remember that […]
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Virtual events are a great way to connect with friends, colleagues and individuals outside of your social network while staying in the comfort of your own home. Almost any event can be turned virtual, but it takes a lot of planning, coordination and creativity. When it comes to virtual Job Fairs, there are many different […]
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In an attempt to limit social gatherings, the event industry has had to adapt to a COVID-friendly landscape – a virtual environment. Although virtual events were on the rise prior to COVID-19, our new reality has forced them to really take off. Trade shows, expos and job fairs have had to adjust their practices to […]
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Virtual events are on the rise, but with the current COVID-19 situation, promoting them can be challenging! Done are the days of hanging posters on university and college campuses, having a promotional booth in the library, or handing out brochures at a coffee shop. So, how do you let people know about your event and […]
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To stop the spread of COVID-19 in Canada, most non-essential workers are operating out of their homes. Although this social distancing is necessary to slow coronavirus cases, the workforce has taken a hit. Thankfully, unemployment rates for most demographics are beginning to decrease, but youth, students and low-wage workers are still struggling to find employment […]
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So, you and your colleagues are about to participate in your first virtual career fair, but are not totally sure how to set up the perfect slideshow to accompany your virtual booth. Without a flashy banner, 5 enthusiastic reps around your table, and plenty of swag to give out, how are you supposed to attract […]
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With the rise of COVID-19, event organizers are having to reconsider their regular venues and adapt to a new virtual reality. And job fairs are no exception. Although taking your job fair online may sound stressful at first, it doesn’t have to be. Going virtual can add lots of value to an event. Not to […]
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