Speed Networking: What's the Job? A Hilarious Networking Icebreaker

Brief Abstract

Join us for a fun and interactive networking game to liven up your conference experience! In this activity, each participant will get a nametag and create a silly, cryptic, or obscure job description. Your mission is to circulate around the room, strike up conversations, and see if you can guess people's real professions based on their creative clues. We'll reward correct guesses and celebrate the most outlandish job descriptions. This fast-paced game is a great way to break the ice, make new connections, and add some laughter to your day! No networking experience required - just bring your pep and puzzle-solving skills. The game lasts 30 minutes and will be followed by additional time for open networking. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to turn strangers into new contacts and friends!

Presenters

Lead Presenter: Allison Rief, University of Arizona Global Campus

Dr. Allison Rief is an Associate Professor and Department Chair in the School of General Studies at the University of Arizona Global Campus. Allison earned a Doctorate of Education with a specialization in Teacher Education in Multicultural Societies from the University of Southern California, a Master of Education from the University of California Los Angeles, and a Bachelor of Arts in Literatures in English at the University of California San Diego. Dr. Rief began her career as an elementary and preschool teacher. She maintains a National Board Certification and was awarded the Teacher of the Year for both the Los Angeles Unified School District and Los Angeles County. Within higher education, she has had experience launching new programs and revising existing programs, developing courses, providing professional development, and working with collaborative teams across the university. Currently, Dr. Rief is a member of the Change Advisory Group, Student Conduct and Community Standards Committee, Forbes Center for Women’s Leadership, and oversees the partnership with No Excuses University schools. Beyond the programs she leads, she also serves on Doctoral committees and teaches the Doctoral In-Residence.

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