Event Recap: LVWMC x UNLV Talent Exchange

The Las Vegas Women’s Marketing Collective (LVWMC), a curated leadership community for women shaping the future of marketing and communications in Las Vegas, partnered with the UNLV Lee Business School for its first ever talent exchange event. This speed-networking event introduced students seeking internships and entry-level jobs to Las Vegas businesses looking for quality candidates for immediate and future positions.

The LVWMC x UNLV Talent Exchange took place at The Collective on April 16 and welcomed Las Vegas employers and students for multiple rounds of 3-minute speed networking sessions. Upon arrival, students were offered professional headshots taken by photographer Judy Bendezu before kicking off conversations with employers to flex their networking skills.

This event was developed to give UNLV students the opportunity to network and create meaningful connections outside of the classroom. While students may experience anxiety when networking with professionals, the event was designed to give students the chance to hone their elevator pitches while becoming more comfortable talking about themselves and asking potential employers questions during interviews.

Participating employers included Audacy, Blis, Bluberi Gaming, Club Ride Commuter Services, Ellis Island Casino & Hotel, Ericka Aviles Consulting, Illumin, KLAS-TV 8 News Now, Lamar Advertising, Modena Digital Consulting, Pavilion Payments, Spiegelworld, and Third House North. The event was sponsored by MassMedia Marketing + Advertising + PR, as well as KTNV Channel 13 News.

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