Career Moves: Behind the Curtain

Career Moves: Inside The Sports Business Industry

This week on Career Moves our hosts Karl Craft, Sunny Santiago and Chris Young interview Rider alumnus Kevin Tedesco. Kevin is a long time leader in operations with Aramark within six major sports and entertainment facilities in the NY and Philadelphia regions and has been active at Philadelphia’s Citizens Bank Park since its opening, acting as the General Manager & Resident District Manager. Since its opening in 2004, Citizens Bank Park has continually ranked in the top of all ballpark surveys. In this episode, Kevin shares his advice for those students who are looking to make a career in the sports business industry and favorite foods to grab while at the ballpark! Tune in to hear Kevin's accessible secrets to success that are applicable to many fields in and out of the sports business industry!

Career Moves: Tips to Hit the Ground Running in the Professional Realm

This week on Career Moves, our hosts Karl Craft, Sugenny Santiago & Chris Young dive into tips to advance in the professional world post graduation. They offer a wide range of expertise, from how to ace an interview, finding a great mentor and how to keep yourself at the top of your game throughout your career. This is one you don't want to miss, packed with lots of helpful advice and personal anecdotes to help you stand out in your career!

Career Moves: Behind the Curtain

Tune in to this episode to hear more about what goes on backstage at the Philadelphia Ballet with established guests, John Whitehead and Taylor Keller. Both guests work in the Fundraising and Marketing Department to help plan events in the Philly community. Our hosts also speak with Megan, a Senior in the AIM program at Rider. She talks about her experience with her internships within the Performing Arts Realm. If you're interested in pursuing Arts Administration, Program and Marketing, and Social Media, this episode is for you!

Career Moves: DEIA In Science

On this episode of Career Moves, your hosts are joined by two inspiring guests, Eric Best and Alexis Burns. Eric Best is a hydrologist and chemist working as the head of DEIA at the United States Geological Survey Center with the Federal Government, also known as USGS. Alexis Burns is a sophomore at Rider majoring in Environmental Science. When she's not in class, she involves herself in clubs and other positions on campus regarding environmental concerns and sustainability. Tune in to hear these insightful guests discuss the importance of education, mentorship, and representation in the STEM community. You can also learn more about USGA and ways to pave your own path in the science world

Career Moves: First Generation Trailblazers

Join our hosts Karl Kraft, Sugenny Santiago, and Chris Young as they navigate the unique trials and tribulations faced by first generation students. Our first guest, Cory Roach, Rider alumni from class of 2013 discusses his inspiring journey as a first generation student in research and higher education. Also joining this podcast is Kyle Howser, one of the STEM coordinators at Rider that works closely with first generation students.