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SUMMARY:Tech Talent Connect — Powered by Miami Tech Works
DESCRIPTION:Tech Talent Connect — Powered by Miami Tech Works is a two-part recruiting experience designed to prepare early-career talent for today’s workforce while connecting them with employers and community partners across South Florida hiring for tech and tech-related roles. \n​The experience begins with a Virtual Career Prep Day (Part 1) focused on interview readiness and professional development\, followed by an in-person Talent Match & Networking Day (Part 2) featuring a fireside conversation with industry leaders\, a Talent & Opportunity Showcase\, networking opportunities\, and structured Talent Match Sessions with employers and community partners. \n​Together\, these experiences help participants strengthen career readiness\, expand their professional networks\, and access internship and employment opportunities across South Florida. \n​ \n​🔹 Registration Includes Both Experiences \n​Registration for Tech Talent Connect includes access to: \n​🗓️ September 10 | Virtual Career Prep Day (Part 1) \n​Designed exclusively for early-career talent\, this interactive workshop series helps participants strengthen their interview\, communication\, and professional skills before meeting employers and community partners at Talent Match & Networking Day. \n​🗓️ September 15 | In-Person Talent Match & Networking Day (Part 2) \n​An opportunity to connect with employers\, hear from industry leaders\, participate in networking activities\, and engage in Talent Match Sessions. \n​Registered participants will receive the Zoom link for the Virtual Career Prep Day via email prior to the session. \n​ \n​🔹 Program Agenda — September 10 | Virtual Career Prep Day \n​2:15 PM – 2:30 PM Welcome & Program Overview \n​2:30 PM – 3:00 PM Mastering Behavioral Interviews: Tell STAR Stories That Land Offers \n​3:00 PM – 3:30 PM Technical Interview Mastery: Talk Through Projects Like a Pro \n​3:30 PM – 4:00 PM Answering Culture Fit Questions: Techniques That Work \n​4:00 PM Closing & Next Steps \n​ \n​🔹 Program Agenda — September 15 | Talent Match & Networking Day \n​The day begins with a dedicated experience for early-career talent\, featuring Opening Remarks and a Fireside Chat focused on what employers look for when evaluating job-ready candidates and how participants can effectively translate their skills\, credentials\, and academic experience into workforce opportunities. \n​Beginning at 11:00 AM\, employers and community partners join the program for the Impact in Action: Talent & Opportunity Showcase\, followed by Lunch & Networking and structured Talent Match Sessions designed to foster meaningful connections and career opportunities. \n​9:30 AM – 10:00 AM Registration & Networking \n​10:00 AM – 10:10 AM Opening Remarks \n​10:10 AM – 10:55 AM Fireside Chat: From Credentials to Careers \n​11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Impact in Action: Talent & Opportunity Showcase \n​12:00 PM – 12:30 PM Lunch & Networking \n​12:30 PM – 4:00 PM Talent Match Sessions \n​4:00 PM Closing & Final Networking \n​Suggested dress code: Business Professional \n​ \n​Talent Match Sessions \n​These are intentional\, interview-style conversations between employers and community partners who are hiring or recruiting talent and pre-identified job-ready talent. By attending the event\, participants may be selected for one-on-one conversations that provide an opportunity to showcase their skills and position themselves for current or future roles. \n​Regardless of participation in a session\, attendees will leave with meaningful connections\, clearer hiring expectations\, and practical preparation to support their next career step.
URL:https://refreshmiami.com/event/tech-talent-connect-powered-by-miami-tech-works/
LOCATION:Chapman Conference Center-3210\, 254 NE 4th St bldg 3\, Miami\, FL\, 33132\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Miami Tech Works":MAILTO:miamitechworks@mdc.edu
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SUMMARY:Future Workforce Development 2025 — Powered by Miami Tech Works
DESCRIPTION:​With Future Workforce Development 2025 (FWD 2025) — Powered by Miami Tech Works\, the Miami Tech Talent Coalition gathers to showcase the strides made over the last two years and to discuss the workforce trends and initiatives that will drive the local tech talent pipeline into the future. \n​Join leading tech employers\, academic institutions\, training providers\, community-based organizations\, and talent as we celebrate\, reflect\, and imagine the possibilities for a future where the Miami ecosystem has a thriving\, sustainable\, inclusive tech talent pipeline ushering in a new era of economic growth and big tech in the region. \n​Hear from coalition chairs\, leading educators\, and critical employers. Learn from the experiences of early talent and recent graduates Participate actively in creating the next generation of initiatives that will make an impact on our local tech ecosystem. \n​​More About The Miami Tech Talent Coalition: \n​​The Miami Tech Talent Coalition is powered by Miami Tech Works\, a $10 million grant awarded by the Good Jobs Challenge initiative from the Economic Development Administration. We are proud to have the support of esteemed founding organizations\, including Miami-Dade County\, City of Miami\, Miami-Dade Beacon Council\, Refresh Miami\, Miami Dade College\, Florida International University\, OIC of South Florida\, Florida Memorial University\, and CareerSource South Florida. \n​​PARKING INFORMATION:\n​Free Parking (requires a short walk) – parking available in the MDC parking garage \n​​​Parking garage is in building 7\, located at \n​​​500 NE 2nd Ave\, Miami\, FL 33130 (entrances on 5th and 6th street) \n​​​If you are parking in building 7 you must let the parking attendant know you are going to the Miami Tech Talent Coalition meeting. \n​​​Walking Directions from Garage: Upon exit on 2nd Ave. from garage\, follow signs to NE 4th Street and turn left towards building 3 (pictured below).
URL:https://refreshmiami.com/event/future-workforce-development-2025-powered-by-miami-tech-works/
LOCATION:Chapman Conference Center-3210\, 254 NE 4th St bldg 3\, Miami\, FL\, 33132\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Miami Tech Works":MAILTO:miamitechworks@mdc.edu
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