Ashley Givens
Campus Recruiting Manager (Belk, Inc.)
Amplify Your Voice. Build Connections. Sync Opportunities.
The event will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, networking, engaging group activities and more – all designed to help underrepresented students navigate their college and career journey with the confidence and resources to thrive.
Event Highlights
- Keynote speaker Dr. Toby Jenkins, author of The Hip-Hop Mindset
- Keynote speaker Ashley Young, mental health advocate and counselor
- Keynote speaker Dave Tucker, recruiter with The Walt Disney Company
- Industry panel discussion with executives from Delta, Macy's, Belk, the Atlanta Hawks, 23 XI Racing and Five & Below
- Mentorship sessions
Apply to Attend
This free event is limited to 75 HRSM students. The event will kick off on the afternoon of Feb. 22 with the full-day agenda taking place on Friday, Feb. 23. If you would like to attend, please fill out the application form below. Applicants will be notified if they are confirmed to attend no later than Feb. 15.
Keynote Speakers
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Dave Tucker
Recruiter, The Walt Disney Company
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Dr. Toby Jenkins
Professor of Higher Education and Associate Provost for Faculty Development, University of South Carolina
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Ashley Young
Owner and Lead Therapist, Everyday Wellness, LLC
Guest Speakers
John Thomas
Financial Advisor (Morgan Stanley)
Taylor Collins
Employee Engagement Strategist (Delta Air Lines)
Mave Fleming Jr.
Talent Acquisition Director (Macy's)
Kara Harmon
Director of Communications (Special Olympics of South Carolina)
Fred Ravenell
Vice President of Guest Experience and Guest Engagement (Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena)
Nikita Smith
Human Resources Director (23 XI Racing)
Kreig Robinson
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Programs Director (23 XI Racing)
Carla Vaca Pinacho
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Project Coordinator (Miles Partnership)
Symposium Schedule
Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 3:30 p.m. | KEYNOTE: Disney Networking Presentation Dave Tucker (Recruiter) |
HRSM Welcome Center |
| 4:30 p.m. | Networking Mixer | Corner Suite |
| 7 p.m. | USC vs. Alabama Women's Basketball Game | Colonial Life Arena |
Friday, Feb. 23, 2024
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30 a.m. | Networking Breakfast Featuring Women in Sport and Entertainment Management |
Conference Center, 8th Floor Close-Hipp |
| 9:10 a.m. | Opening Remarks Dr. Erica Lake (Interim Assistant Dean and Director of Corporate Engagement) |
Lumpkin Auditorium |
| 9:15 a.m. | Welcome Dr. Michael Sagas (Dean) |
Lumpkin Auditorium |
| 9:20 a.m. | Networking Session Featuring National Society of Minorities in Hospitality |
Lumpkin Auditorium |
| 9:40 a.m. | Shine a Light on Me Industry Panel Navigating Corporate America
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Lumpkin Auditorium |
| 10:30 a.m. | Student Panel Discussion Moderated by HRSM UnderREPRESENTED
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Lumpkin Auditorium |
| 11 a.m. | KEYNOTE: The Hip Hop Mindset Dr. Toby Jenkins (Professor of Higher Education and Associate Provost for Faculty Development) |
Lumpkin Auditorium |
| 12:10 p.m. | Affinity Group Lunch
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Eastview / Westview |
| 1:10 p.m. | KEYNOTE: Strategies for Managing Your Mental Health Ashley Young (Counselor / Therapist) |
Corner Suite |
| 2:20 p.m. | Industry Mentorship Breakout Session
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Corner Suite |
| 3:10 p.m. | Reflection and Wrap Up | Corner Suite |