Archive for January, 2009

Space is Limited – REGISTER TODAY (Free)

Join ProLango and our new venue sponsor, Maggiano’s Little Italy, at the 3rd ProLango Career Mixer as we explore “Blacklisted: Tips for getting off the recruiters’ blacklist!”

If you’re in the market for a job chances are, you’ve heard stories about the recruiters’ blacklist and found yourself wondering, “What is the recruiters’ blacklist and how do you get on it?” or “I seem to be on the blacklist, how do I get off?” It’s not urban legend. Come learn how to avoid getting on the blacklist and even more importantly what to do to escape if you’re already on it (presented by Paul Anderson of ProLango Consulting Inc).

Career Mixer: Presented by ProLango Consulting Inc & Maggiano’s Little Italy
Date: Monday, September 21, 2009
Time: 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Location: Maggiano’s Little Italy, Lincoln Center, 10455 NE 8th St, Bellevue, WA 98004
Cost: As ever our event is free, but space is limited so RSVP now!
Other Details: In addition to a no-host bar, Maggiano’s will put out an appetizer buffet (see details below).

Our last career mixer was covered by Q13 News and drew over 300 attendees including job seekers, employed professionals, company representatives, and 3rd party recruiters. Company representatives at the August mixer included: Starbucks, Expedia, Sound Transit, Microsoft, and T-Mobile.

At ProLango, attendee experience is a priority. We’re open to your suggestions, please list 3 companies you would like to see at the September event. While we can’t guarantee they’ll attend, we will invite them. Register by 09/09/2009 and we will invite up to 3 companies or individuals you list to the mixer. Register after September 9th and (time permitting) we will invite those you list and we encourage you to submit your list. If we don’t get to it for September it will be at the top of the list for the next mixer.

We are thrilled to be partnering with Maggiano’s Little Italy. Our event will be held in their spacious banquet facility which includes: 2 no-host bars (dedicated), private access, and an audio system wired directly into the space. In addition a buffet of popular appetizers will be available for $ 5.50 (tax included). Available items include: Italian meatballs, stuffed mushrooms, breaded ravioli, and assorted cheeses.

Special thanks to our venue sponsor:

Interested in sponsorship opportunities?

ProLango Career Mixers is the perfect chance to feature your business in front of hundreds of potential customers. Contact Christine Szekeres at christine@prolango.com or 425.444.0267 for more information.

Space is limited so RSVP NOW!

Whether you’re a job seeker or someone that wants to move up in your career, you’re going to needs lots of connections to get there. Come have fun and build relationships with others in your area.

We don’t restrict our event by industry so you may meet anyone from attorneys to web developers to finance professionals. Chances are a person you may meet at the ProLango Career Mixer has the connections to your next opportunity.

Our last mixer drew 200+ attendees with 15+ companies. This mixer’s highlight will be about LinkedIn and specifically how to get the most out of your profile.

Location: Parlor Billiards & Spirits at Lincoln Center – Downtown Bellevue
Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Here is what’s included in your registration:

• 4 state-of-the-art pool tables reserved specifically for this event – FREE of use (normally $18/hr)
• Happy Hour ALL NIGHT
• 2- $10 discount comedy tickets for future Parlor Live Events
• 20 minute presentation on LinkedIn and how to use it professionally to make strategic connections (presented by Paul Anderson – CEO of ProLango Consulting)
• The chance to network with corporate and 3rd party recruiters and hiring managers
• The chance to network with 300 professionals that can create that next opportunity for you
• Surprise prize – details at the event
• FREE Cake – Courtesy of ProLango
• FREE Validated Parking

Agenda:

6:00 – 6:30 Registration Begins
6:00 – 7:30 Networking and Networking Tips
7:30 – 7:55 LinkedIn Presentation
7:55 – 8:00 Networking Tips and (cake-cutting)
8:00 – 9:00 Networking

Invite and bring your friends – it helps break the ice to meet new folks.

Happy Hour Specials