March 25, 2011
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Young Professionals of Los Angeles Organize a Career Fair for AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian School

On March 12, 2011, the AGBU Young Professionals of Los Angeles (YPLA) invited more than 40 professionals from fields such as interior design, neuroscience, finance, and civil service to AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian School in Canoga Park, California to share their industry insights with high school students, as well as mentors and mentees of the AGBU Generation Next Mentorship Program. This collaboration between YPLA, AGBU Generation Next, and the school strengthened the young professionals' involvement in the lives of young members of the AGBU family.

The student participants were given a unique opportunity to interact and engage in discussions with professionals during the Career Fair. Prior to the Career Fair, an assembly was held at Agajanian Auditorium. Keynote speaker Joe El Rady highlighted his path from Hollywood to his current professional endeavor as the managing member of a private investment fund. His message on the importance of choosing a career that they are passionate about resonated with the students.

Career Day organizer and YPLA publicist Aleen L. Khanjian provided a sentimental message to the students. "Career Day is very special to me. I was a 14-year-old high school freshman when I met my Career Day mentor. I not only attended the same schools he went to, but I also worked for him until I was 25. Although it seems scary, it's also very special, knowing that the relationships you forge today can change the entire course of your life."

By meeting and engaging with the various presenters, the students had the unique opportunity to learn about networking, internships, and choosing college majors. They also had firsthand exposure to real-life achievements that Armenians have attained in their professional capacities.

"Career Day has become a staple event of the YPs for the past two years," said AGBU YPLA chairman Yeghig L. Keshishian. "It is the very embodiment of what we, as an organization, seek to foster – namely, the enrichment of our Armenian community on both a cultural as well as a professional level."

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