NYCM Search’s David Cone-Gorham will be joining a panel discussion on recommended skill development and career advice geared towards young professionals in the business at the NY Build Expo this coming March 15^th, 2017 at 11:00 AM in the Javitz Center.

Joining David on the panel will be moderator Nick Master, Program Coordinator at the Rockaway Development & Revitalization Corporation, Regina Ford Cahill, Chairperson, Construction Facilities Management & Real Estate Practice Programs at Pratt Institute, Carla Swickerath, Principal at Studio Libeskind, Nada Marie Anid, Dean of Engineering and Computing Sciences at NYIT and Kimberly Brown, Principal at Strata Architects.

The discussion will cover topics such as:

• Covering generally what HR and Recruiters are looking for these days in new applicants
• How students are being prepared for the construction industry,
• What training is available,
• How young professionals can get ahead in the game,
• Career trajectories in construction & real estate development and how early career decisions impact overall growth potential,
• The pros and cons of specialization within the field,
• How to get your head-hunter working for you.

The NY Build Expo takes place March 15^th and 16^th at the Javitz Center, from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM.  Register online at http://newyorkbuildexpo.com/ and visit the website to learn more about other speakers and presenters at the event.