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 »
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 »
Puzzling through a myriad of workplace issues this spring? You aren’t alone! Employers are still navigating rapid change in the workplace. During this live employment law webinar, we’ll help put the pieces together to solve the latest and most challenging workplace puzzles facing employers this spring. HR professionals, decision-makers, and leaders who manage employee relations… Read more »
Advent Talent Group believes in the value and power of equity, diversity, inclusion, antiracism, and anti-discrimination. We cherish diversity of thought, perspective, and experience and we recognize the beauty in equity, individualism, and belonging. Furthermore, we believe that activating these values across our organization is the right thing to do for our business, our employees, our… Read more »
Let’s get right to it. Time is running out to do your holiday shopping, especially if you are hoping to do most of it online, but – fear not – you still have more options than a stack of gift cards from the gas station! Advent’s done the leg work for you this year! Read on… Read more »
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