ST JOSEPH'S COLLEGE & PEOPLE'S UNITED PRESENT - RECOVER | REBUILD | REIMAGINE

LAUNCHPAD EVENTS ARE BACK!

Well.... virtually at least.

Join Launchpad Huntington along with our valued sponsors, People’s United Bank and St. Josephs College, for an in-depth virtual panel discussion on the current business environment, jobs outlook and future opportunities. Unemployment is still in record breaking territory but that does not mean opportunities do not exist. Is your business structured to succeed? Are your personal skills up to the task of finding what might be a remote job?
Expert speakers will cover topics such as international trade, digital marketing, emerging regional job opportunities and finance management for sole proprietors and small business.

Keynote speaker
Rosalie Drago is Suffolk County’s first female Commissioner of Labor, Licensing & Consumer Affairs. Commissioner Drago has more than 20 years of New York-based economic and workforce development experience, building and cultivating engaged, flourishing communities. Prior to joining Suffolk County, Commissioner Drago served as Long Island Regional Director for Workforce Development Institute where she partnered with Long Island employers, labor unions, lawmakers, and educators to strengthen communities through the creation of a more skilled workforce.
Past experiences included roles in economic development and marketing for the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, the American Museum of Natural History and the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum as well as consulting roles in the tourism sector.
The Commissioner is uniquely qualified to present her views as to the state of the labor markets, impacts due to Covid-19, and the departments outlook on future opportunities for individuals as well as business owners.

Presenters
John J. Capela is an Assistant Professor of Business at St Joseph's College, teaching courses in Management, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, and International Business.
John is also is the founder of CADE International, providing consulting and training in international business. John has authored "Import/Export Kit for Dummies" (three editions) published by John Wiley & Sons, and the Dictionary of International Business Terms published by Barron's Educational Series, Inc.
In addition, John served as the director of international operations for one of the oldest and largest manufacturers and marketers of medical, surgical, and healthcare products, and directed the startup of manufacturing operations in Puerto Rico and served as its chief operating executive.

Diane Palma and Maria Misko are the Owners and Art Directors at digho, a graphic design company that specializes in business branding and image marketing. With both fine and digital art training, Diane and Maria work collaboratively with clients to create a unique visual story to build a consistent, reliable, and respected message connecting them to their market.

Kelly Smith is the Director of Member Services for the Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce. She enjoys working in her hometown and collaborating with other community members to help the town develop, thrive & flourish by supporting our local businesses.

PLEASE RSVP AT THE FOLLOWING LINK TO GET THE ZOOM DETAILS
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/recover-rebuild-reimagine-tickets-125788523861