Meet May’s pdxMindShare Speaker Kim Morrison

Next week, pdxMindShare will host our monthly career-focused workshop & networking event at Trader Vic’s in downtown Portland on May, 21st, and this is one not to miss! Each month, we like to bring in speakers to inspire and educate attendees to help them achieve their career goals, whether it’s to find a new job, secure a promotion or change careers, as well as give everyone a chance to network with area professionals. Kim Morrison, a seasoned hiring manager, will be talking with us next week about what hiring managers are thinking and looking for during your interviews. You can visit the event page here, and while you don’t need to RSVP, you can on our Facebook event page.

If you are interested in learning a little more about Kim, read on!

What Kim wants you to know about her:
Kim has managed several states as a hospital sales professional, manager and sales trainer. She has hired for start-ups, expansions and replacements. She also has MBA’s in Marketing, Healthcare Administration and Business, as well as a Masters of International Management in Marketing and Sustainability. Currently she is a student at CEPE in Advanced Digital Marketing Strategy. At PSU she is a student of Social Innovation.  Kim loves hiking with Scout, Atticus and Boo, three border collie mix rescues who teach about forests, life and having fun. An avid traveler, she is also a team leader for Habitat for Humanity Global Village and has been on team builds in Africa, SE and Central Asia.  Cuba was a highlight trip to learn about the culture and immerse in salsa dancing. An avid gardener and lover of the outdoors, she finds Portland the perfect place to live after growing up in Europe and Colorado.  Favorite phrase is:  “Carpe Diem

What will you be covering in your presentation?
Hiring from the Interviewer/Hiring Manager perspective

Why should Portland professionals attend?
To learn the motives of a hiring professional, to understand the different perspectives and put that knowledge to use in interviews.

What are the top 3 takeaways for attendees?
What counts and make impact in a resume, and interview and beyond

We hope to see you there!