It’s the month of International Women’s Day! Recently, one of my colleagues unfamiliar with this day said, “They only get a day?” This made me chuckle. We do deserve more than a day, which is why we commemorate Women’s History Month as well–an opportunity to celebrate the courage of women throughout history who have paved… Read more »
The events of 2020 and 2021 launched a movement toward racial consciousness across the nation, raising awareness of the widespread issues of injustice and racism impacting Black Americans today. As we commemorate Black History Month in 2022, we at Advent are taking a moment to reflect on how far we’ve come and how much farther… Read more »
In January of 2002, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers was playing in theaters and How You Remind Me by Nickelback was the number one song in America. Nokia cell phones were the top-selling mobile phone, and the first Apple iPod was barely a few months old. In Edina, Minnesota, Mary Younggren had… Read more »
We asked our Senior Recruiter some common questions about job searching so you don’t have to! Here’s what he said–watch the video or read the summary below: Q: What are 3 tips for interviewing? Some things to keep in mind are: Always go in looking presentable–first impressions matter! Know background information on job and the… Read more »
While progress has been made, many agencies and organizations–especially those in marketing and creative spaces–are struggling with diversity hiring and retention. In an open discussion on this important topic, an expert panel of diverse leaders in marketing, creative and media weighed in on questions to open the conversation and improve diversity in the industry. These panelists include Twila Dang,… Read more »
Marketing & Creative hiring managers and HR leaders: Are you attracting and developing a sustainable network of diverse candidates in the Twin Cities? While progress is being made, many agencies and organizations continue to struggle with diversity hiring and retention, especially in marketing and creative spaces. Join us over your lunch hour on November 17th… Read more »
Writing a resume can be tedious and confusing, so let’s make the process a little less painful and lot clearer! After all, resumes are a key factor in searching for a job and having one that is well-written and formatted will go a long way. Informed by experts in the field, here’s a checklist for… Read more »
Congratulations to Souphak Kienitz on being selected as the American Staffing Association (ASA) 2022 National Staffing Employee of the Year AND the 2022 National Staffing Employee All-Star for the Office-Clerical and Administrative category. Our team at Advent is overjoyed with this richly deserved recognition of Souphak Kienitz! Advent nominated Souphak for the ASA National Staffing… Read more »
A big shout out and CONGRATS from our whole team to Advent Talent Group owner and president, Mary Younggren, on her appointment as the 2022 President-Elect of the Minnesota Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO). Mary was selected for a NAWBO Achieve! Established Woman Award in 2017 and has served on… Read more »
Dear friends and partners, Next week marks the end of Pride Month, where we celebrate the colorful and diverse LGBTQ+ community and remember the work that is still to be done in addressing the inequality that faces the community. We remember that many LGBTQ+ folks continue to face discrimination, hate, and issues in the workplace,… Read more »
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