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Career Connection

Insight on Internships and Jobs

June 16 • 12:00 PM

Social Capital: Your Hidden Leadership Advantage

New York City Campus

 3 East 43rd Street, New York, NY 10017

Join us for an inspiring and insightful panel discussion that explores how social capital—your relationships, reputation, and networks—can be one of the most powerful tools in your leadership journey.

Presented by the Berkeley College Career Services Department, this event is part of our ongoing professional development series aimed at equipping students and emerging professionals with real-world strategies for success.

What to Expect:

Social Capital: Your Hidden Leadership Advantage will feature an engaging conversation with accomplished professionals who will share:

  • How authentic connections have shaped their career trajectories
  • Lessons learned about building and sustaining professional relationships
  • Tips for leveraging your network to open doors, earn trust, and lead with impact

Whether you're preparing to enter the workforce or step into your first leadership role, this event will help you understand how social capital influences career advancement and organizational success.

Who Should Attend?

  • College students and recent grads
  • Early-career professionals
  • Aspiring and emerging leaders
  • Anyone looking to strengthen their leadership toolkit through meaningful connections

Panelists

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Madona Wambua
Author, Android Expert & Principal Software Engineer, Capital One
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Karen Palmer
Founder/Principal, Karen Palmer Coaching
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Karen L. Booker, CIT, CCC-A, GLCC
Founder & CEO, Alkebulan Global | Chairperson, USAfrica Business & Trade Network | Vice President, Standup for Women Society, USA
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Dr. Jackeline Mejias-Fuertes
Director / Founder & Chief Disruptor, NJSBDC at Brookdale Community College | J & J Disruptive Enterprise LLC

The event is FREE, but you must register.