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Taking place on Campus at the IMI Conference Centre from 18:00 to 20:30, this is an opportunity to hear from one of Ireland's foremost authorities in the area of social media and personal branding for career development both on- and off-line. Bob Flynn, MD of iCommunity, is an expert on using LinkedIn and other social media platforms to maximum effect.
Date: 16th May 2013
Time: 18:00 – 20:30
Venue: IMI Conference Centre, Sandyford, Dublin 16
Fee: Complimentary
Registration: Click here to reserve your place before Friday, May 10th
At the IMI Open Evening, Bob will explain why developing your personal brand is essential for the advancement of your career and demystify some of the tools you can use to help you develop this critical asset. Not to be missed!
IMI Programme Directors will also be on-hand to answer any questions you may have about our Short and Graduate Studies programmes. You will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with them to learn more about specific programmes and how they might meet your personal needs.
Our Knowledge Centre and Programme Unit staff will also showcase the unparalleled support and services IMI offers to our Executive Education participants.
About Bob Flynn
Bob Flynn is the Managing Director of iCommunity, a company established in 2009 to deliver social media training programmes to organisations and individuals seeking to leverage the vast array of opportunities offered by social platforms. iCommunity is considered a leading provider in this space and is an 'official LinkedIn EMEA Talent Solutions Partner'.
Bob is an expert in the use of LinkedIn and other social media tools for professionals seeking to enhance their personal profile and regularly delivers training in all aspects of Social Media both in Ireland and internationally. Bob teaches on IMI's Diploma in Marketing Strategy with Digital Marketing
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