ALPFA UW- Seattle

This past week, ALPFA UW had the privilege of hosting a professional development session with RSM, where we dove deep into the topic of Imposter Syndrome and its impact on personal and professional growth. We covered some valuable insights, including what imposter syndrome is and how to overcome that self-doubt. A sincere thank you to Bryn Siegel Anita Sindelar, CPA and Cynthia Behnen CPA for leading this informative and impactful discussion. The session served as a powerful reminder that overcoming Imposter Syndrome is essential for fostering growth, both personally and professionally.

The Regional Student Symposium is your opportunity to get career-ready with exclusive workshops, networking, and connections to future employers. Whether prepping for interviews at our Annual Convention or looking to sharpen your skills, this event will give you a competitive edge. ??? Save the date! ?? South Orange Village, NJ – March 22, 2025 ?? Seattle, WA – March 29, 2025 ?? Dallas, TX – April 5, 2025 ?? Atlanta, GA – April 12, 2025 ?? Student Premium Members attend for FREE! Don’t miss out—register today by logging into your ALPFA Membership Portal:https://lnkd.in/eMEpYKn7 Once logged in, look for the "RSS" tile in your profile, where you'll find a link to register for the event.

Great to be a part of such an amazing event! Thank you to all those involved and a special thank you to Daniel Calderon and Ismael for joining our panel and sharing their unique insights????

This past week ALPFA UW had the privilege of hearing from Jose S. on the power of personal branding. Through his engaging presentation, we learned how sharing our personal stories can be a game-changer in both professional and creative spaces. Jose also shared his unique journey as a DJ and the critical role branding has played in his success. A huge thank you to Jose for making this collaboration possible and inspiring us with your valuable insights!?

This past week, ALPFA UW and First Generation Business Leaders had the privilege of hosting a fireside chat with José Manuel Vasquez, founder and CEO of Growing Contigo. José shared his remarkable journey of overcoming cultural and socioeconomic barriers as a first-generation student and professional. He opened up about the challenges he faced and how these obstacles ultimately became powerful life lessons that shaped his success.?? The event featured a moderated Q&A ??, where José, alongside his colleague Daisy, offered invaluable insights on entrepreneurship, perseverance, and leadership. Together, they shared their experiences of navigating the unique hurdles of being first-generation professionals, building a successful business, and empowering communities along the way ??. We are deeply grateful to everyone who joined us for this inspiring and enriching conversation. We look forward to seeing you all at our final social event of the quarter on December 5th! ??

A huge thank you to our incredible panelists Carla Aldaba, Melissa Rolland Bartilotti, Cynthia Vargas Hernández, and Maria Uribe, MBA, SHRM-SCP who took the time to join us this past week and share their experiences with our members! We deeply appreciate you taking the time to discuss the challenges and opportunities you've encountered and how embracing your unique perspectives has empowered you to make a meaningful impact in the workplace. Through a facilitated Q&A session, members learned more about how we can leverage our own identities to thrive in the workplace. A special thank you to SHRM at UW for collaborating with us on this amazing panel and making this opportunity possible!

This past Thursday ALPFA UW had the incredible opportunity to meet with KPMG for a session on the importance of building strong relationships and finding a sense of belonging, especially for those in underrepresented groups in the workplace. The conversation was both eye-opening and inspiring as we discussed how creating inclusive and supportive environments is crucial for personal and professional growth. We’re so grateful for this opportunity to learn from Brandon La, CPA and Lucia Arduino as they shared their experiences within the workforce. A special thank you to Molly Holmes Jacobs for providing us with more insight into KPMG as a whole. Thank you to everyone involved for sharing their stories and connecting with our members!

This past week, ALPFA UW had the opportunity to visit the Microsoft campus in Redmond, Washington, where students got to tour corporate buildings and network with professionals. In addition to a personal tour, members heard from Stephanie Ferguson and Gabriela Olmos-Hill about diversity, imposter syndrome, and life at Microsoft. A special thank you to Edward Dapello and Microsoft's SOMOS group for making this happen and creating such a unique opportunity.

This past week we had the honor of having professionals from Deloitte of Seattle come in and talk to our members. Thank you to Abigail Barr, Brandon Blas, and Taylor Cherry for sharing very insightful tips on how to create a good resume. Through their presentation members were able to learn how to enhance their own resumes as we enter intern season. A special thank you to all of our speakers and everyone who joined us!

Hello, #alpfamila, this past week we had the privilege of hearing from our amazing professionals at EY Seattle as they shared helpful tips to ace any virtual interview. Thanks to Alicia Massey for connecting us with such amazing speakers. Thank you to Adan Morales, Bryan Lopez-Vargas, Ahlam Nur, and Derek Lutt, CPA for coming in and speaking to our members. Through their presentation members gained insight into the interview process at EY and how to succeed. Thank you again to all our professionals who joined us!