Under 40 – How to Grow your Professional Network Remotely and Create and Deliver an Elevator Pitch - All are welcome!

Working remotely has become the new normal, it has shifted the way we interact with our colleagues and community. Without the ability to attend regular in person networking events and benefit from the in-person feedback, young professionals may be looking for advice on maintaining a professional presence virtually as well as seeking opportunities to make new connections.

Join the British Columbia Construction Roundtable on October 29th for our 2020 Under 40 informative webinar interactive networking event on How To Grow Your Professional Network Remotely with Michael Tranmer, and Creating and Delivering an Elevator Pitch with Jesse Unke. You don't have to be Under 40 to attend - all are welcome!

Topics Include:

Grow Your Professional Network Remotely

• How to stay visible while working remotely
• Tips and tricks for maintaining focus while working remote
• The top three things you should be doing to grow your network

Creating and Delivering an Elevator Pitch

• What is an Elevator Pitch?
• Creating your elevator pitch
• Delivering your elevator pitch

Be prepared for a high-energy and interactive presentation! Attendees will participate in rapid-fire small-group breakout sessions, so please be prepared to have your video and microphone on for this webinar.

Speaker Biographies:

Michael Tranmer

Michael Tranmer is the #1 International Bestselling author of satori ananda – awaken to happiness, a transformational memoir about his conscious awakening after hitting rock bottom.

As the Maritime & Coastal Lead in Western Canada for GHD, Michael highly specializes in the field of coastal engineering, where he designs and builds infrastructure along the British Columbia coast.

Michael embodies and speaks on Transcendent Leadership, helping young professional engineers get beyond the Self to serve the Whole. For more information please visit Michael's LinkedIn profile.

Jesse Unke

Jesse is an executive project delivery leader experienced in all areas of infrastructure project leadership overseeing both major projects, as well as smaller capital projects/programs.

As a PMI PMP and RMP, Jesse has an intimate knowledge with project management tools and techniques, with an ability to understand his client’s “why”, work collaboratively leading teams, and implement successful strategic initiatives for multiple project funding partners and stakeholders.

With a background as a P.Eng. in Canada and PE in the United States, LEED AP, ENV SP, and a MMCD CCA, Jesse has the ability to lead projects effectively, incorporate sustainable design and construction principles, interpret and administer contracts, and understand the technical aspects of his projects. His effective written and verbal communication, workshop facilitation, and engaging presentation skills to both technical and non-technical audiences, allow him to serve as a knowledgeable leader and advisor to his clients.

Jesse’s strong business development and relationship-building, marketing, and strategic planning skills allow for effective development of business and partnership opportunities. Jesse is a strong believer in inclusion and diversity in the workplace - incorporating the Builders Code and GBA+ initiatives into his projects and management of his team, and succession planning for the future through formal and informal mentorship of junior staff and support of programs such as the PMI’s Mentorship Program and EGBC’s Member-in-Training program. For more information please visit Jesse's LinkedIn profile.

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