March meeting–Information Technology Education and Training

Topic: Information Technology Education and Training – Preparation for Career Opportunities and Growth:  Are IT Educators and Trainers developing the skills that IT Recruiters and Businesses need to be successful?

Date: Tuesday, Mar. 15, Networking 5:15 pm – Program – 6:00pm to 7:00 pm

Location: Virginia Commonwealth University, Snead Hall 301 West Main Street, Richmond VA

Presented By: Virginia Credit Union

Program Description

In this economy, competition for jobs is fierce; employers are looking for candidates that can contribute immediately to the business and job seekers are looking for any advantage to make them a more valuable candidate.  Join AITP as we explore the question:  “Are IT Educators and Trainers developing the skills that IT Recruiters and Businesses need to be successful.  Learn from hiring managers what they are looking for and the corresponding opportunities created by IT Educators and Trainers.  We will explore how IT educators and trainers stay in synch with business and IT needs.

Seats are limited, so register now, and you won’t forget later.

You may also join the AITP LinkedIn group to keep informed about programs and other networking opportunities.

Panel Information

• Ed Gooding – CEO The Merge Computer Group Inc
• Terry Walsh – Delivery Manager, Apex Systems
• Sean Cook – Director of Training, Techhead
• Dirk Burrus – Professor/Program Head, Information Systems Technology, at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
• Maureen Carley — BS/MBA, VCU

Ed Gooding – CEO The Merge Computer Group Inc.

Terry Walsh – Delivery Manager, Apex Systems

Sean Cook – Director of Training, Techhead

Dirk Burrus – Professor/Program Head, Information Systems

Technology, at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College.

Education: Bachelor of Arts, The College of William and Mary, Master of Business Administration, The College of William and Mary, Master of Science in Information Systems, Virginia Commonwealth University. Professional Certifications: Cisco Certified Academy Instructor (CCAI) and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT).

Maureen Carley, BS/MBA – VCU

Currently works in the Information Systems department in the School of Business as a liaison between the business community and the resources of the Department.  As Program Director of the “Fast Track” Executive MS-IS (FTEMS) program and Associate Director of the Information Systems Research Institute (ISRI), Maureen works with businesses across the board looking to hire undergraduate student workers / interns, recent graduates for full time positions, faculty and PhD students to assist with research needs, as well as interfacing with high level industry leaders (such as Scott McKay and Ed Gooding) to participate as mentors, guest lecturers, course advisors in VCU’s FTEMS program.

Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP)

The Association of Information Technology Professionals ( www.aitp.org ) was founded in 1951 to provide learning and growth opportunities to data processing managers and staff through networking, chapter activities, conferences, seminars, special interest groups, and several other benefits. Today, AITP offers industry leadership and opportunities for professional development and personal growth to its 7,000 professional and student members in 140 professional and 250 student chapters.

The Richmond Chapter ( www.aitprich.org ) provides the local presence and meeting forum to deliver the most tangible benefits associated with AITP. Meetings take place on the second Tuesday of each month (except December).

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