SUMMARY
Lisa worked as a Corporate Partner Volunteer and Events Fellow at Genesys Works NYC to coordinate and execute a wide variety of skill development and experiential events and activities for underserved youth seeking professional development opportunities and support.
OVERVIEW
Organized 2 in-person and 3 remote weekdays of skills and internship training, classes, and workshops for young professionals
Coordinated and managed 7 summer events, strengthened relationships with corporate partners, and contributed to further opportunities for young professionals
Connected with 82 young professionals and inspired them to continue pursuing their professional and educational path as the program continues
Ensured community safety through effective compliance with COVID protocols for in-person events
Researched and maintained records of professional opportunities eligible for young professionals, to expand opportunities and new strategies for Genesys Works
Performing in-depth research on corporate partners to optimize resources to strengthen those relationships and advance new connections for Genesys Works
Synthesized an internal guidebook for student recruiting
IMPACT
There were 82 participants in their summer program, 79 virtual workshop participants, and 8 corporate partners.
Lisa reflects on her work as a Corporate Volunteer and Events Fellow at Genesys Works NYC and how they are paving the way for underserved youth to achieve their full potential.