1. Explore the Opportunities Student Webinar

2. What will be discussed? -Important Websites -Program Microsite -Industry Resources Industry Publications -What to Expect at the Expo Creating a plan

3. What will be discussed? -Career Ambassadors Logistical Questions -Networking Tips Student Project -Packing Tips Attired needed for Tour Education Sessions Reception Expo -Your Questions

4. Learn more about… www.pmafoundation.com www.pma.com

5. Learn more about… www.fpfc.org

6. Program Microsite Your ‘One Stop Shop’ for all things Career Pathways!

7. Program Microsite Your ‘One Stop Shop’ for all things Career Pathways!

9. What to Expect PMA Foundation VIP Reception - An exclusive reception in your honor PMA Foundation, PMA and FPFC Leaders along with FPFC exhibitors are invited to come and meet you. Don’t be shy!

10. What to Expect Trade Show - A festive event where business transactions are taking place

11. How to Prepare…Review Student Project Guidelines Exhibitor List on FPFC Website Cross Reference with Blue Book On-Line Services

12. Student Project

14. Exhibitors at the FPFC Expo

15. Blue Book Online Services

19. Career Ambassadors Upon receipt of your Career Ambassador’s Name and Email Address: Send an Email introducing yourself Ask when would be a good time to contact him/her by phone to talk prior to the event Ask for the best contact number to reach him/her

20. Career Ambassadors Prior to your phone call: -Read his or her bio -Research his or her company -Review the Student Goal Setting Worksheet (found in the microsite documents) -Prepare your own questions

21. Career Ambassadors On your phone call prior to the event: -Ask if he/she is able to… -Meet you at the Student/Career Ambassador Meet & Greet, Monday July 13 th at 4:30 pm? -Attend the VIP Reception, Monday, July 13 th at 5:00 pm? -Sit with you at the FPFC Keynote Breakfast (There will be reserved seating for Students and Career Ambassadors) -If not…plan a date, time, and location for your first meeting

22. Career Ambassadors  Confirm a time and place to meet your Career Ambassador to walk the Expo floor together  Prepare a list of companies that you are interested in visiting  Have a plan before arriving! Walking the Expo Floor

23. Networking Tips -People love to talk about themselves! How and why did you get involved in the produce industry? How long has your company been in business? Tell me about your company’s product(s). Who is your primary customer? What do you love most about what you do?

24. Packing Tips Basic Necessities -Cell phone and charger -Identification -Cash, credit or debit card -Portfolio/Pad-Folio -Copies of your resume -Notepad/Pen -Business Cards (Will be provided on-site) -Copy of the Career Pathways Agenda -Copy of your travel itinerary LEAVE VALUABLES AT HOME!

25. Packing Tips Attire Business casual is appropriate for all events -Industry Tour -Closed toe shoes -Long Pants -Jacket Bring comfortable shoes!

26. What’s next from me… In a couple of weeks, you will receive an email with… Your Career Ambassador’s name and email address A choice of items to select for your Breakfast on Monday, July 13 th. You will be given a deadline to respond with your choice. No later than one week before, you will receive a Final Memo with your Hotel Confirmation #, roommate assignment and last minute reminders.

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