Agenda

Opening Remarks and Introduction

Sabrina Oshelski, Business Development Officer, Limestone FCU, and Tony Haller, Director, Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce

Key Note Presentation

Fred Pierce III, Dean of Enrollment Management and Communication, at Lake Superior State University

Intern Presentation

Samantha Lee, Laker Success Coordinator (LSSU Alumni and former Limestone FCU Intern)

Career Panel:

Attendees will hear from several industry experts on their business, and internships and career opportunities during the panel portion of the event. Attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions prior to the event. These questions will drive the panelist group discussions. Questions can be submitted using the button below or in the registration.

Submit Questions Here

Panel Group 1
Becky Mills, Director of Human Resources, Cloverland
Jennifer C. Watson, Chief Executive Officer, Limestone Federal Credit Union

Panel Group 2
Amy Scott-Kronemeyer, Superintendent and HR Director, Sault Area Public Schools
Joe Nolan, Executive Director, Chippewa, Luce, Mackinac Community Action
Tom McKee, Superintendent, Rudyard Area Schools

Panel Group 3
LeighAnn Ryckeghem, Operations Project Manager, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Scott Nagy, Director of Engineering, Precision Edge Surgical Products

Panel Group 4
Amber Mack, CPA and Partner, Anderson, Tackman and Company, PLC
Kristin Collins, Finance Director and Treasurer, City of Sault Ste. Marie
Nicholas Kibble, AAMS® and CPFA®, LPL Financial

Panel Group 5
Nicole Oliver, Vice President of Nursing, MyMichigan Medical Center
Laura Aikens, Director of Nursing, Superior Health Support Systems

Panel Group 6
Ed Miller, Fire Chief, City of Sault Ste. Marie
Jason Smith, Great Lakes Fisheries Assessment Biologist, Bay Mills
Trooper Mariuzza, Michigan State Police

Entrepreneurship Presentation

Ron Kurnik, Owner of Superior Coffee Roasting Company

Business After 5 (networking event):

The Business After 5 is a networking event to conclude Career Pathways. Students and businesses can use this time to expand on their questions, discuss career goals, and network.

 

Businesses Attending

• Anderson, Tackman and Company, PLC
• Bay Mills
• City of Sault Ste. Marie
• Cloverland Electric Cooperative
• Fire Department of Sault Ste. Marie
• 4Front Credit Union
• InvestUP
• Limestone FCU
• LPL Financial
• Chippewa, Luce, and Mackinac Community Action
• Michigan State Police
• MyMichigan Medical Center
• Precision Edge Surgical Products
• Rudyard Area Schools
• Sault Area Public Schools
• Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce
• Soo Coop Credit Union
• Superior Health Support Systems
• U.P. Engineers and Architects
• Upper Peninsula Michigan Works!
• U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
• USDA Rural Development

What To Expect?

Career Pathways is an event where students can explore local career paths, learn from industry experts, expand their professional networks, and gain valuable insights into employer needs and internship programs. The event will feature a distinguished panel of 14 industry experts who will share valuable insights on career development, emerging trends, and professional growth. See the list of panelist’s businesses attending below.

Professional Pathways Table

As part of the event, we will have a Professional Pathways Table where students can collect information to build a personalized folder of career and internship resources. These resources are being provided by participating businesses.

Business After 5 (networking event)

To conclude our Career Pathways program, we’re excited to invite you to a unique networking event, styled similarly to a “Business After 5” gathering. This informal setting is designed to connect students with local businesses in a relaxed atmosphere, encouraging meaningful conversations and connections.

Unlike traditional career fairs, this event focuses on building relationships rather than just job searching. Enjoy complimentary food and drinks while you mingle with professionals from various industries. Bring your questions and curiosity—this is a great opportunity to learn about different career paths, gain insights, and expand your professional network in a friendly environment. Food and beverages will be catered by The Wicked Sister and Bird’s Eye Outfitters, and sponsored by InvestUP. Beer and wine will be sponsored by U.P. Engineers and Architects. This portion of the event will be held in the Art Center lobby.

Register and Submit Questions

At no-cost, students (college and high school seniors) can register and submit anonymous questions that will help drive the conversation during the event using the registration links listed at the bottom of the page.

If you have already registered and would like to submit additional questions, you can do so by clicking the button below.

Date, Time, Location, and Parking

Date:

October 29, 2024

Time:

5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Location:

Lake Superior State University’s Art Center building. Located at 650 Circle Dr, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783

Campus map: lssu.edu/campus-map/

Parking:

The Art Center in Lot K (Lot K is located in front of the Art Center building – see campus map for directions).