CHAMPS Hosts Employer Showcase - Samford University Athletics

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Samford Athletics hosted the CHAMPS Employer Showcase, sponsored by AlaTrust, on Wednesday, October 21, in the Regions Community Room at Cooney Hall.

The event brought together student-athletes and employers for an evening of networking, career exploration and professional development.

Executive Associate Director of Athletics for External Affairs Corey Green welcomed attendees and opened the program by outlining the evening's agenda. Employer representatives were then invited to introduce their organizations, share insights about their industries and discuss potential career paths available within their companies.

Director of the Career Development Center Dora Ditchfield also addressed attendees, highlighting the resources and services available through the Career Development Center. She encouraged student athletes to approach the evening with a spirit of curiosity, challenging them to "Be Curious" as they explore opportunities and engaged with employers.

Following the presentations, student-athletes had the opportunity to connect directly with employer representatives, ask questions and learn more about internships, career opportunities and industry trends.

The showcase was designed to:

Connect student-athletes with potential employers and internship opportunities.
Expose student-athletes to a variety of industries and career paths they may not have previously considered.
Build confidence in professional settings through meaningful conversations and networking experiences.

Representatives from the following organizations participated in this year's showcase:

AlaTrust
AmFirst
Chick-fil-A
Coca-Cola Bottling Co. United, Inc.
Cook's Pest Control
Hoar Construction
Orlando Baptist Health
Porsche Track Experience at Barber Motorsports Park
Summit Fire & Security
Wesleyan School of Atlanta

Samford Athletics extends its sincere appreciation to the participating employers for investing their time and expertise in the development of our student athletes.

Events such as the CHAMPS Employer Showcase reflect Samford Athletics' commitment to preparing student-athletes for success in life after graduation by equipping them with the skills, connections and experiences necessary to thrive in their professional careers.
For more information about CHAMPS or upcoming professional development opportunities, please contact JeNorri Armstead, M.E. Eberhardt, David Moore or Christa Urban.

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