Sunday, October 30, 2011

Agenda for Tuesday, 11/1/11

1. AGENDA FOR TUESDAY, 11/1/11:

0700-0800: OPEN FORUM. We'll begin with introductions as usual, but when the agenda is Open Forum you can go into greater depth (if you choose) on what's happening in your world or any networking needs you have. It's also a great opportunity to delve into topics of general interest. In all the years of weekly BizNet meetings, our Open Forums have always been productive despite not having a scheduled speaker. So grab some coffee, meet some fellow grads, enjoy the discussion, and build your network in the process.

2. UPCOMING TUESDAY PROGRAMS:

11/8/11: TBD/Open Forum

If there's a speaker you'd like to invite for an upcoming Tuesday, or if you'd like to lead a discussion yourself, just let me know (panicciaj@aol.com) and we'll get it onto the schedule.


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Have a good week.

Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
BizNet Coordinator
panicciaj@aol.com

Service Academy BizNet of Denver meets weekly on Tuesdays at 0700, in the Marriott Hotel at the Denver Tech Center. From I-25, exit Belleview east, then turn north onto Syracuse Street. While the Marriott lots are paid parking (approx $2-4), you can park for FREE across the street at Garcia's Restaurant (we have their permission). Look for us in the seating area inside the Marriott's coffee shop. RSVP is not required. Dress is casual. Attendance is open to graduates of the federal service academies (USAFA, USCGA, USMA, USMMA, USNA). Our schedule, roster and other information are posted on the web site at www.academybiznet.org

Sunday, October 23, 2011

Weekly News & Agenda for Tuesday, 10/25/11

1. AGENDA FOR TUESDAY, 10/25/11:

0700-0730: INTRODUCTIONS & ASSISTANCE

We begin with roundtable introductions. Simply give your name, academy/class, and current occupation (or position you're seeking). Then feel free to talk about what's new for you, or any networking needs. We'll do our best to help with referrals, advice, or other networking assistance.

0730-0800: PROGRAM/SPEAKER

Kurt Schlaefer (USAFA '70) will give an update on the auto industry, including topics such as diminishing value, the pros and cons of CARFAX in today's market, and how to protect yourself in vehicle transations. Kurt is a vehicle broker with Centennial Leasing & Sales.

2. UPCOMING TUESDAY PROGRAMS:

11/1/11: TBD/Open Forum

If there's a speaker you'd like to invite for an upcoming Tuesday, or if you'd like to lead a discussion yourself, just let me know (panicciaj@aol.com) and we'll get it onto the schedule.

3. SERVICE ACADEMY CAREER CONFERENCE - NOV 17-18 (San Antonio, TX)

More than 60 employers are expected at the next SACC event, on November 17-18 in San Antonio. Register by November 4. Go to www.sacc-jobfair.com and follow the links to the San Antonio SACC. Information is now posted on the 2012 conferences as well.

4. ARTICLE: How to Use LinkedIn to Jump Start Your Job Search

If you're conducting a job search, or maybe just working on your personal brand, it makes sense to consider all weapons in your arsenal. Here's a recent article on how to leverage LinkedIn:
http://smartblogs.com/socialmedia/2011/09/19/how-to-use-linkedin-to-jump-start-your-job-search/


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Have a good week.

Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
BizNet Coordinator
panicciaj@aol.com

Service Academy BizNet of Denver meets weekly on Tuesdays at 0700, in the Marriott Hotel at the Denver Tech Center. From I-25, exit Belleview east, then turn north onto Syracuse Street. While the Marriott lots are paid parking (approx $2-4), you can park for FREE across the street at Garcia's Restaurant (we have their permission). Look for us in the seating area inside the Marriott's coffee shop. RSVP is not required. Dress is casual. Attendance is open to graduates of the federal service academies (USAFA, USCGA, USMA, USMMA, USNA). Our schedule, roster and other information are posted on the web site at www.academybiznet.org

Sunday, October 16, 2011

Agenda for Tuesday, 10/18/11

1. AGENDA FOR TUESDAY, 10/18/11:

0700-0730: INTRODUCTIONS & ASSISTANCE

During the first portion of the meeting we'll go around the room for informal introductions, with special emphasis on advice and referrals for those seeking networking assistance.

0730-0800: PROGRAM/SPEAKER

Project Sanctuary (rescheduled from 10/4/11). I (Joe) will talk about this nonprofit organization whose mission is to help military families reconnect, especially post-deployment, via 5-day therapeutic retreats in the mountains of Colorado. I recently worked at one of their retreats and will talk about the experience. www.projectsanctuary.us

2. UPCOMING TUESDAY PROGRAMS:

10/25/11: Kurt Schlaefer (USAFA '70) will give us an auto industry update, including topics such as diminishing value, the pros and cons of CARFAX in today's market, and how to protect yourself in vehicle transations.

If there's a speaker you'd like to invite for an upcoming Tuesday, or if you'd like to lead a discussion yourself, just let me know (panicciaj@aol.com) and we'll get it on the schedule.


===================================================

Have a good week.

Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
BizNet Coordinator
panicciaj@aol.com

Service Academy BizNet of Denver meets weekly on Tuesdays at 0700, in the Marriott Hotel at the Denver Tech Center. From I-25, exit Belleview east, then turn north onto Syracuse Street. While the Marriott lots are paid parking (approx $2-4), you can park for FREE across the street at Garcia's Restaurant (we have their permission). Look for us in the seating area inside the Marriott's coffee shop. RSVP is not required. Dress is casual. Attendance is open to graduates of the federal service academies (USAFA, USCGA, USMA, USMMA, USNA). Our schedule, roster and other information are posted on the web site at www.academybiznet.org

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Useful Links

I've published a Google Document titled "Useful Links for Veterans". It's meant to provide assistence to vets in several areas of life:
  1. Family
  2. Jobs / careers / Business
  3. Health
  4. Others
Please help me further define "others."

Here's a link to it:  https://docs.google.com/document/pub?id=19EGWd559tKgYrrhTz9z-Mo2ykPOmhlS_qq2FK3xrjiQ

Several frequent members of BizNet are editors to the listing.  If you have links that can help others, forward them to us for inclusion.  (easiest to just "comment " to this blog)

Friday, October 7, 2011

Agenda for Tuesday, 10/11/11

1. AGENDA FOR TUESDAY, 10/11/11:

0700-0730: INTRODUCTIONS & ASSISTANCE

During the first portion of the meeting we'll go around the room for informal introductions, with special emphasis on advice and referrals for those seeking networking assistance.

0730-0800: PROGRAM/SPEAKER

Chuck Jones (USMA '68) will talk about life as a FEMA Rep. Chuck worked for FEMA for several months this year, in the upper Midwest.

2. UPCOMING TUESDAY PROGRAMS:

10/18/11: (rescheduled from 10/4/11) I (Joe) will talk about my recent experience as a volunteer for Project Sanctuary. Project Sanctuary's mission is to help military families reconnect, especially post-deployment, via 5-day therapeutic retreats in the mountains of Colorado.

If there's a speaker you'd like to invite for an upcoming Tuesday, or if you'd like to lead a discussion yourself, just let me know (panicciaj@aol.com) and we'll get it on the schedule.


===================================================

Have a good week.

Joe Paniccia (USMA '84)
BizNet Coordinator
panicciaj@aol.com

Service Academy BizNet of Denver meets weekly on Tuesdays at 0700, in the Marriott Hotel at the Denver Tech Center. From I-25, exit Belleview east, then turn north onto Syracuse Street. While the Marriott lots are paid parking (approx $2-4), you can park for FREE across the street at Garcia's Restaurant (we have their permission). Look for us in the seating area inside the Marriott's coffee shop. RSVP is not required. Dress is casual. Attendance is open to graduates of the federal service academies (USAFA, USCGA, USMA, USMMA, USNA). Our schedule, roster and other information are posted on the web site at www.academybiznet.org