BAARC - Bay Area Advertising Relief Committee

If you're interested in leveling up your career experience this year - look no further than our fantastic Mentor program powered by American Marketing Association (AMA) San Francisco Chapter sfBIG & Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)! The program brings both mentors and mentees together once per month to work together on various topics of growth and development. The program also offers monthly Fireside Chats to learn more about various industry opportunities as well as monthly open office hours to bring any questions to our mentor panel as you work on your goals. If you or anyone in your network is interested in becoming a Mentee or Mentor, please use this link to find out more! https://lnkd.in/g8aAiE3j

Save the date! BAARC's annual Holiday Luncheon will be on December 6th! Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gmg-uUGa

See you all there on Sep 12! Get tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gTXxT7hb.

Reminder to join us in the East Bay this Thursday for our Marketing Social Hour! 👋 See you at the Beer Baron Bar and Kitchen in Oakland. Cheers! Get tickets here: https://bit.ly/46C8T9R.

The next fantastic member we want to shout out as part of our BAARC Board Member Spotlight Series is Ben Bodipo-Memba! Q: Why did you decide to get involved with BAARC? A: I loved the idea of being involved with an organization that was committed to making a difference within our industry. Many people have helped me along my professional journey; this was a "no brainer" opportunity to give back. Q: Why is the Bay Area professional community special to you? A: It is a very tightknit community. There is a lot of overlap within it with many of us crossing paths professionally...a definite extended family feel. Q: Being part of the DEI committee at BAARC, what's been the most impactful moment thus far? A: I appreciate BAARC's commitment to DEI, with the emphasis on inclusion, letting people from underrepresented communities understand that there IS an opportunity in the marketing & advertising field. Proud of BAARC's work in mentorship too. Q: If you could share any type of advice, what would it be for your younger self? A: Do not be afraid to ask for help, reach out to your community, or connect with a mentor. You'd be surprised how many people are willing to help. #BAARC #networking #mentorship #helpinghands #givingback #volunteering #bayarea #nonprofit

Get tickets to sfBIG's next event here: https://lnkd.in/gnGPAYfH

We will see you there!

As part of our BAARC Board Member Spotlight Series, we're excited to interview Mansi Jain! You can view the full spotlight here https://lnkd.in/gJcHsBtv. Q: Why did you decide to join BAARC? A: I am part of COOP, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering students for better careers. Joining BAARC was a natural step for me to further our mission. Our belief at COOP is that every student deserves a pathway to success. When I was introduced to BAARC, I was thrilled to discover potential avenues and connections that could benefit both COOP and our students. Q: Any top level information on COOP and how people can get involved? A: Every semester, during Spring and Fall, we actively promote COOP as a free course for students to enroll in. Interested individuals can apply through our Google Forms. While we can't guarantee employment, we provide exceptional opportunities for growth and development. Our organization is constantly evolving, and we anticipate doubling our student numbers soon. If interested in learning more, please reach out to me! Q: If you could share any type of advice, what would it be for your younger self?  A: My advice would be to remain resilient and never give up. Life is unpredictable, presenting new doors and challenges. Stay prepared, and energized, and always give your best effort!

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