Finding the right opportunity is about more than submitting a strong resume—it's about navigating every stage of the hiring process with confidence and purpose. Join the Statewide NextGen Committee for a two-part Recruitment Strategy Webinar designed to provide an insider's perspective on today's hiring landscape. Building on the resume foundations covered in the first segment, this program focuses on what happens after you click "submit," helping you confidently navigate every stage of the hiring process.
Whether you're seeking your first accounting role, exploring a career transition, or preparing for your next leadership opportunity, you'll leave with practical strategies to strengthen your job search, interview with confidence, and stand out in today's competitive market.
Part 1 | 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Recruitment Strategy & Resume Insights
Presented by Nikki De Castro
Columbia University
Nikki will share practical insights on resume strategy, including how to effectively position your experience,
highlight your accomplishments, and tailor your resume to stand out in today's competitive job market. With 11
years of combined professional and academic experience, including prior roles in audit and advisory at Big 4,
she brings a strategic perspective on career development and recruitment. Attendees will leave with actionable
strategies to strengthen their resumes and approach their job search with greater confidence
Part 2 | 4:31 PM – 5:00 PM
Navigating the Hiring Process: From Job Search Strategy to Interview Success
Presented by Andrea Caviness
Vice President, People and Culture, International House
Andrea will share an insider's perspective on what recruiters and hiring managers are looking for throughout the hiring process. Drawing on more than a decade of experience in talent acquisition, human resources, and organizational leadership, she'll provide practical guidance to help attendees prepare for interviews, position themselves strategically, and confidently pursue their next career opportunity.
Nikki De Castro
Columbia University
Nikki de Castro is Senior Associate Director of Career Education and Student Engagement at Columbia
Business School’s Career Management Center. She supports the design and delivery of career education and
professional development programs, while also providing individualized career advising for MBA students.
Nikki holds a Master of Science in Education from Fordham University, a Master of Science in Accounting from
the University of Connecticut, and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Fordham University’s Gabelli
School of Business
Andrea Caviness
Vice President, People and Culture, International House
Andrea Caviness brings more than 10 years of experience in human resources, talent acquisition, people strategy, and organizational culture. She has guided professionals at every career stage through job searches, interviews, and career transitions while leading HR strategy for International House in New York City.
Whether you're entering the workforce, pursuing your next career opportunity, or looking to sharpen your interviewing skills, this two-part webinar will provide the knowledge, strategies, and confidence you need to successfully navigate today's hiring landscape.