CTCO 021 | From Soccer to Success: Mark's Journey to EY

CTCO 025 | Mark Carson | Director of Compliance & Logistics

This week's episode is with Mark Carson, who serves as a Director of Compliance & Logistics in the trucking industry. Mark discusses how he arrived at his current role after serving in event planning and hospitality, strategies to apply previous experience to new opportunities, and dispelling myths about the trucking industry. Mark's story and advice serve as a testimonial to embrace the journey and not be afraid to take on a role that has a learning curve at the start. Don't forget to follow us on all our socials: - @classroomtocorneroffice on Instagram - Classroom to Corner Office on Facebook - Classroom to Corner Office on YouTube Be sure to follow, subcribe, and turn on those notifications for all the advice and career changing knowledge!

CTCO 024 | Google Software Engineer Jake Colega

Jake Colega shares how his academic and professional journey led him to working at Google as a Software Engineer. He shares valuable insights on exploring career paths in college, internship experiences, and early career decisions. Additionally, Jake discussed the importance of setting goals and understanding how to navigate the job search, application, and interview process for success. He currently also serves on interview teams for Google, so you don't want to miss his commentary on what hiring committees are REALLY looking for when asking the tough questions. Don't forget to follow us on all our socials: - @classroomtocorneroffice on Instagram - Classroom to Corner Office on Facebook - Classroom to Corner Office on YouTube Be sure to follow, subcribe, and turn on those notifications for all the advice and career changing knowledge!

CTCO 023 | Advertising Agency Chief of Staff

In this episode, Chris interviews Jeff Tice, Chief of Staff at an advertising agency, discussing his career journey from higher education to marketing / advertising. Jeff emphasizes the importance of building relationships, storytelling in marketing, and offers advice for college students, especially first-generation students, on how to find their career paths. Don't forget to follow us on all our socials: - @classroomtocorneroffice on Instagram - Classroom to Corner Office on Facebook - Classroom to Corner Office on YouTube Be sure to follow, subcribe, and turn on those notifications for all the advice and career changing knowledge!

CTCO 022 | The Role of Data in Modern Economics

In this episode of Classroom to Corner Office, Dr. Thomas Weinandy shares his journey from academia to becoming a principal economist at Upside. He discusses the importance of data analysis, empathy in business, and the impact of artificial intelligence on the workforce. Dr. Weinandy emphasizes the need for continuous learning and adapting to new technologies, as well as the significance of storytelling in data presentation. Don't forget to follow us on all our socials: - @classroomtocorneroffice on Instagram - Classroom to Corner Office on Facebook - Classroom to Corner Office on YouTube Be sure to follow, subcribe, and turn on those notifications for all the advice and career changing knowledge!

CTCO 021 | From Soccer to Success: Mark's Journey to EY

In this episode of Classroom to Corner Office, Chris interviews Mark Donnelly, who shares his unique journey from Belfast to a full-time role at EY. Mark discusses his transition from college soccer to the workforce, the importance of teamwork, and the skills he developed through his experiences. He also addresses the challenges faced by international students in securing employment in the U.S., the role of AI in accounting, and offers valuable advice for current college students preparing to enter the job market. Don't forget to follow us on all our socials: - @classroomtocorneroffice on Instagram - Classroom to Corner Office on Facebook - Classroom to Corner Office on YouTube Be sure to follow, subcribe, and turn on those notifications for all the advice and career changing knowledge!