Networking for Personal and Job Search Success
Feb. 18 | 6:30 to 8 p.m., MT | Online (Zoom) | Free
Networking isn’t just for when you’re job hunting — it’s a lifelong skill for building trust, curiosity and opportunity.
In this interactive session, you’ll learn how to cultivate collaborative opportunities and tap into the energy of connection to enrich your communities. You’ll leave with practical tools to grow your network authentically and strengthen relationships that support personal growth, as well as career advancement.
James Tomasson, BA'00 (he/him)
Career Development Specialist, UCalgary
James brings more than 15 years of experience in higher education, spanning teaching, curriculum design and professional training across arts, medicine and business. He previously spent six years at UCalgary’s Haskayne School of Business as a career advisor, supporting student development, employer engagement and job-readiness initiatives. Trained as a sociologist, his work is shaped by a deep interest in learning, resilience and navigating change in evolving labour markets.