About this Event
Event Description
Lakeisha Mathews is the Director of the Career and Internship Center at the University of Baltimore.
During this Fireside Chat, she will talk about the importance of using LinkedIn for your business needs, networking and connecting with others to accelerate and support your business growth.
This event is a collaboration between E-Club and the Center for Entrepreneurship.
About the Presenter
Lakeisha Mathews, Ed.D, is Director of the Career and Internship Center at the University of Baltimore and is also the owner of Right Resumes & Career Coaching, a career development business focused on providing professional documents, career coaching and training for mid-level and mid-management professionals in a variety of industries. Her areas of expertise include proactive career engagement, career development, career services, and DEIBA.
Dr. Mathews holds several industry certifications including Certified Career Coach, Certified Resume Writer, Global and Career Development Facilitator, and Executive Career Coach among other designations. She is also a Certified Salary Negotiation Specialist and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Specialist. She holds an Ed.D. in Higher Education Leadership & Innovation from Wilmington University, a M.S. in Human Resource Development from Towson University and a B.A. in Communication from the University of Maryland College Park.
Lakeisha is committed to the field of career development and served as President of the National Career Development Association from 2022-2023. Her presidency focused on advocating for access to career development around the world and took her to Taiwan, Canada, Egypt and Italy. Dr. Mathews is also a Past-President of the Maryland Career Development Association and in 2016, Lakeisha co-authored a chapter in the book Find Your Fit, published by the Association of Talent Development.
Dr. Mathews and written numerous blogs and newsletter articles for publications around the world including Canada and Japan. She has been quoted and featured in national publications including the Chronicle of Higher Education. In addition, she wrote the prefaces for two NCDA monographs - Career Coaching: Fundamentals, Applications, and Future Directions and Designing and Implementing Career Interventions.
Lakeisha is a native of Baltimore, MD and seeks to give back to the greater Baltimore community by serving on non-profit boards and supporting workforce programs. Of most importance is Dr. Mathew’s client-centered approach to career coaching. Hearing success stories continue to be the favorite part of her job as a Higher Education Administrator, Educator and Career Coach! She loves spending time with her husband, daughter, Yorkshire Terrier and loved ones. For fun Dr. Mathews participates in a monthly book club, cares for numerous indoor plants, and visits aquariums to admire sharks – her favorite animal!
About the Center for Entrepreneurship
The University of Baltimore’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (CEI) provides direct support and guidance to UB students and alumni who are seeking to start or grow a business. Through a blend of support services, educational programs, research initiatives, and connections to the business community, the CEI empowers entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey. To learn more about how we can help you launch or scale your venture, visit us at www.ubalt.edu/cei.
About the E-Club (Entrepreneurship Club)
The mission of the Entrepreneurship Club (E-Club) is to inspire entrepreneurial thinking, empower students to develop ventures, and create opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration. Through partnerships with the Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (CEI), UBalt faculty, alumni, and external organizations, the club provides students with resources, mentorship, and hands-on experiences that prepare them to lead with innovation, build sustainable ventures, and contribute positively to their communities. Read more about us here.
Hybrid Event Location
Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (CEI), BC 104, Merrick School of Business, University of Baltimore
In-person and virtual participation options available. We encourage in-person attendance.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://ubalt.zoom.us/j/94861296111
Event venue & nearby stays
Merrick School of Business room BC-104, 11 W. Mt. Royal Ave, Baltimore, United States
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