My experience, in brief:
I am a higher education professional with 16 years of experience. I enjoy creating and delivering dynamic presentations, helping students forge their own path, utilizing technology, strategizing and creating.
I have a bachelor's degree in public relations and a master's in education, with a focus on marketing in higher education. Across the years of my experience I have worked in a vareity of functions in higher education - registrar, academic adviser and career counselor. The latter has proven to be the most professionally satisfying, and that is especially true in my current role which provides a combination of student counseling, technology utilization and creative thinking. My title is Assistant Director for Social Media and Innovation at University Career Services, UNC Chapel Hill.
What others have said:
When I think of Gary, two words come to mind: go-getter and innovator. - Kelly Giles, UNC alum
He always has good ideas and is thinking big picture. Gary never comes with problems, he always comes with solutions. - Ross Wade, Professional Colleague
I'm inspired by his talents in staying on the cutting edge of technology and career counseling. Consider inviting him to your conference....your members and clients will appreciate his insights and use of technology. - Amy Losordo, NCCDA Board Member"
Sample past speaking engagements:
- NCCDA Fall 2010 Conference - "Tell me your story," co-presented with Ross Wade
- Fall 2010 and Spring 2010 Business Communication at UNC - "Social Media and Your Career"
- NCCA Spring 2010 Conference - "I am a career counselor because..."
- NCACE Spring 2010 Conference - "The power of storytelling," co-presented with Ross Wade
- NCCDA Fall 2009 Conference - Keynote: "Social Media and Career Development"
