Career Fair with Target, Xcel Energy, Integris, Minneapolis Foundation, and the State of Minnesota
2021-06-12 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Online Event
Whether you are looking for a job or exploring your options on the job market, have you ever thought about having a one-on-one with recruiters from some of the top employers in Minnesota? If so, I’m happy to inform you that Target, Xcel Energy, Integris, Minneapolis Foundations, and the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) will be joining us for a virtual career fair — slated for Saturday, June 12, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. RSVP and have your updated resume handy to chat with professional recruiters.

How Money Works: Take Control of your Finances
2021-05-01 11:00 - 12:00 | Online Event
Conversations about personal finance have never been as culturally relevant as they are today — and we are excited to have Muajtsim Vang join us for a webinar on this very topic that you do not want to miss. Mr. Vang will be unpacking and demystifying personal finances and help you be in control of your finances.
About our Speaker
Mr. Muajtsim Vang has been in the financial industry for 10 years professionally and 20 years in close proximity to the industry watching his father help families with finances in the Twin Cities. Mr. Vang has had firsthand experience of how the knowledge of “How Money Works” can impact one’s life. As his family came from the refugee camps of the Vietnam war to living the American dream, he is looking forward to sharing the knowledge that his family has implemented to help grow our community.

Build Your Brand Workshop
2020-10-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Online Event
Do you struggle to “sell yourself” when speaking with potential employers? Does your LinkedIn profile need a refresh to really highlight your skill sets? Then you need to join us on Saturday, October 10, 2020, from 10 a.m – 11:30 a.m. for a virtual workshop on “building your brand” with Minnesota’s top HR talents!
WeNetworkNow is excited to announce a second collaboration with experienced Human Resources professionals from some of Minnesota’s best-known organizations! This 90-minute workshop will focus on honing your LinkedIn profile, developing a “personal pitch,” and preparing for interviews. A portion of the workshop will be dedicated to personalized coaching – you can ask questions to the individuals responsible for hiring the most competitive talent in the country!

Make your Resume Stand Out Workshop
2020-08-15 09:00 - 11:00 | Online Event
Have you ever wondered how to get your resume to stand out in a sea of applicants? Are you looking to make a career transition? Unsure how to get your resume directly into the hands of recruiters for some of the most competitive jobs in Minnesota and the nation?
Join us for a virtual workshop on how to get your resume noticed! In this workshop, the attendees will get more tailored advice from one of the most experienced recruiters from the top Fortune 500 companies such as Target. WeNetworkNow is thrilled to be joined by experienced Human Resources professionals from Minnesota’s top Fortune 500 companies. They will answer questions, share their experiences, and provide tips on how to stand out in this highly competitive market.
Register ASAP, as spaces are limited to only 40 attendees! This is a rare opportunity to connect with the HR professionals responsible for sourcing some of the best talent in the nation.

The Importance of Grassroots Movement with Mohy Omer
2020-08-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Online Event
We are thrilled to invite you to yet another exciting webinar session. It is an honor to have Mr. Mohy Omer virtually visit WeNetworkNow. He will be presenting on The Importance of Grassroots Movement in the Age of Uncertainties.
About our Speaker, Mohy Omer
Mohy Omer is a Sudanese American who moved to the States after living in the world’s largest refugee camp in Kenya. Mr. Omer has more than 8 years of work experience in the field of international development, US foreign policy , and diplomacy. Currently, he is the Policy Analyst for East and Southern Africa at the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF). Prior to USCIRF, Mr. Omer worked at the National Democratic Institute (NDI) as a program officer for the Middle East and North Africa team. Prior to that, Mr. Omer worked for the United States Institute of Peace (USIP) where he coordinated the Youth Leaders Program. Before joining USIP, Mr. Omer worked for U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp in Fargo, ND as well as in Washington DC. While working for the Senator he concentrated on researching and writing on foreign affairs, national security, and defense issues.
Mr. Omer is also the founder of the Sudan Task Force in Washington DC, an initiative aimed at articulating to the U.S. government and non-governmental actors the importance of greater U.S. involvement in Sudan. Mr. Omer holds a B.S. in Political Science from North Dakota State University and M.A. in International Relations from Syracuse University.

Community Listening Session
2020-06-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Online Event
One of WeNetworkNow’s core values is “Connection” — and we owe it to our members and communities to have meaningful conversations that connect people to one another, especially during these unprecedented times. Thus, we are organizing a “Community Listening” session, slated for Saturday, June 6th, 2020, from 1 – 3 p.m. CDT. Attendees will be encouraged to share their stories as it relates to their personal and professional experiences. These discussions will give us the opportunity to listen, connect, and embrace our diversity.

Lessons Learned in the Humanitarian Field with Violeta Garcia
2020-05-03 13:00 - 14:00 | Online Event
In the spirit of supporting our communities and members, WeNetworkNow is thrilled to have Violeta Chocarro Garcia join us for a webinar on her experience on the “Humanitarian and Development Field.” The webinar is slated for Saturday, May 23rd, 2020 from 1 – 2:30 p.m. CDT.
Ms. Garcia is a Program Manager at the United States Institute of Peace (USIP) – she has many years of experience in the peacekeeping realm – working for renowned International Organizations such as Amnesty International, Search for Common Ground, and DanChurchAid. Ms. Garcia has a BA in Peace Studies and an M.S. in Global Studies from New York University (NYU.)

Striving in a Moment of Crisis with Wisdom Primus
2020-04-25 13:00 - 14:30 | Online Event
In support of our communities and members, WeNetworknow was fortunate to book an NYT #1 bestseller, educator, and motivational speaker for a webinar, slated for 4/25 from 1 – 2:30 p.m. This webinar is geared towards providing us some tips on how to cope and cultivate healthy emotion during these challenging times.
About our Speaker, Wisdom Primus
Mr. Primus was born in Togo (a West African country); he has a strong passion for entrepreneurship. He has built his career as a Professor and a proven Inspirational and Immersion speaker who is dedicated to helping people create a more balanced life they truly deserve.
Mr. Primus is currently providing Leadership Coaching to individuals and organizations to improve their morale, teamwork and communication skills, and ultimately achieve better results.
Mr. Primus is a New York Times & Amazon #1 Best Selling author of the
book “Being Successful While Lying on The Couch! Really?” He has given keynote presentations at different companies’ events, nonprofit organizations, and academic institutions.

Networking Event: Meet & Learn
2020-02-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Stanley’s Northeast Bar, 2500 University Ave NE, minneapolis, MN, 55418, United States
WeNetworkNow is an organization that connects professionals from African descent to opportunities via networking events, workshops, webinars, mentorship, and podcasting.

WeNetworkNow Launch Day
2020-01-04 17:30 - 22:00 | Hello Apartments, 9201 Golden Valley Road, Golden Valley, Washington, MN, 55427, United States

Networking Event: Meet & Learn
2019-12-06 12:00 | Punch Bowl Social, 1691 Park Pl Blvd, St Louis Park,, MN, 55416
